Make this simple zipped pouch to hold make-up or pencils, or whatever you choose! We’ve used ours as a pretty cosmetic bag, but with the right colours you could make this into a lovely gift for a little girl – either as a school pencil case or a little purse.

This free crochet pattern is ideal for beginners as the crochet is simple and quick.

We’ve made our cosmetic bag in Anchor Magicline which comes in a pretty striping colour scheme which gives a graduated effect without even having to change your yarn. As well as Stripes, you’ll find Magicline comes in Blocks (a blocking effect), Dotty (for speckled effect), Splash (a hazy blend of colours), plus a range of plain colours. 

If you’re new to crochet, don’t miss our free printable beginners’ guide to crochet and our how-tos for lots of tips on getting started.