Felting - Clutch Purse (crochet)

This sweet little clutch purse shines with vintage glam and style. Easily crocheted and felted. Clutch measures approx. 10" W x 6" H (25.5 x 15 cm). Shown in Bernat Felting #94420 (English Rose), crochet using 6.5 mm (US K or 10.5) hook.

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IMPORTANT TO KNOW BEFORE FELTING

• Record all the measurements and changes before and after felting. You will be able to adjust the method to produce proper results.
• Always test a sample. Different colored yarns may felt differently.
• Colorfastness can be affected by very hot water.
• Any knit fabric that has been properly felted becomes very dense and matted.

HOW TO FELT

• Using low water level, run a Hot/Cold cycle for 5 to 15 min. Add a pair of old jeans for agitation.
• Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda for a small load. After one cycle, check for size. Repeat if necessary.
• Run through the rinse and dry spin cycle.
• Do not use a clothes dryer.
• Lay felted piece onto a dry towel, away from direct heat or sunlight.
• Shape piece to correct measurements.
• If an edge ripples, baste a thread through the edge and gather in. Remove the thread after the felting is dry.

MEASUREMENTS
Approx 10 ins [25.5 cm] wide x 6 ins [15 cm] high after felting.

MATERIALS
Bernat Felting Wool (75 g / 2.6 oz)
3 balls of #94420 (English Rose).

Size 6.5 mm (U.S. K or 10½) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. Large button or brooch.

GAUGE
10 sc and 12 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].

INSTRUCTIONS
Ch 63.
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 62 sc.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row for 10½ ins [26.5 cm]. Fasten off.

Felt pieces following "How to Felt" instructions. Shape piece to measure approx 12 ins [30.5 cm] by 20 ins [51 cm] and let dry. Cut piece as shown in diagram.
Sew side seams. Fold flap along top fold line and attach button or brooch as shown in picture.