Cutest Crochet Chicken Drawstring Pouch Free Pattern Idea

A Crochet Chicken Drawstring Pouch is a small bag you crochet in the round, then close at the top using two strings, a drawstring. It’s one of the best beginner crochet projects because it uses simple stitches, repeats, and you can finish it quickly.

This pouch style is extra fun because it turns into a cute chicken pouch with little feet and a sweet face. You can use it to store jewelry, cosmetics, small gifts, coins, earbuds, hair accessories, or travel essentials. Make one for yourself or crochet a bunch as adorable handmade gift bags.

Crochet the cutest drawstring pouch with this beginner-friendly step-by-step pattern! Learn how to crochet the base, build the pouch body, add a scallop edge, make cords, and finish a cute chicken pouch for gifts, jewelry, or travel storage.

Materials Needed

Here’s what you’ll need to crochet this drawstring pouch:

• Yarn (main color): Cotton yarn or acrylic yarn (medium/worsted weight works great)
• Yarn (contrast colors):
  • Red yarn (for the scallop “ruffle” round)
  • Yellow yarn (for the feet)
  • Black/other color (optional, for embroidering eyes/mouth)
• Crochet hook: Common sizes 4mm–5mm (use what matches your yarn and gives you a firm fabric)
• Scissors
• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends and sewing details)
• Stitch marker (optional, helpful for counting rounds)
• Drawstring option:
  • Crochet chains (as shown in the tutorial), OR
  • Ribbon/crochet cord

Crochet Abbreviations (Beginner Guide)

These are the abbreviations used in this pouch pattern:

• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet (listed for beginners; not used in the main pouch rounds)
• dc – double crochet
• inc – increase (work 2 stitches in the same stitch)

Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern

Step 1 – Make the Magic Ring (or Starting Chain)

This pouch starts as a circle made with a magic ring.

1. Make a magic ring.
2. Ch 3 (this counts as your first dc).
3. Work 11 dc into the magic ring.
   • With the starting ch-3, you’ll have 12 dc total.
4. Pull the yarn tail to close the ring tightly.
5. Join with sl st into the top of the starting ch-3.

Round 1 total: 12 dc

Beginner tip: If you don’t like magic rings, you can chain 4 and slip stitch into the first chain to form a ring, then crochet into the ring.

Step 2 – Crochet the Base of the Pouch (Increase Rounds)

Now you’ll keep increasing to create a flat circle base.

Round 2

1. Ch 3
2. In the same stitch, work 1 dc (this makes an increase right away).
3. Work 2 dc in each stitch around.
4. Join with sl st into the top of ch-3.

Round 2 total: 24 dc

1. Ch 3
2. Pattern around:
   • 1 dc in the next stitch
   • inc (2 dc) in the next stitch
3. Repeat around until you finish the round.
4. Join with sl st into ch-3.
5. Ch 3
6. Pattern around:
   • 1 dc in next stitch
   • 1 dc in next stitch
   • inc (2 dc) in next stitch
7. Repeat around.
8. Join with sl st.

This base is a nice size for a pouch that holds small items (makeup minis, jewelry, etc.).

Step 3 – Continue Rounds to Build the Pouch Body

Now you stop increasing and build the sides.

1. Ch 3
2. Work dc in each stitch around (no increases).
3. Continue for 9 rounds, a total of plainDCc rounds.

In the tutorial, the creator counts 13 rounds total from the beginning (the base rounds + the body rounds). Count your rounds like this:

• Rounds 1–4 = base
• Then 9 more rounds = body
• Total = 13 rounds

When you finish your last body round, join with a final sl st.

Step 4 – Create the Decorative Stitch Pattern (Scallop Round)

This is the cute ruffle detail near the top, made in red yarn.

1. At the end of the last round, change color to red (pull the red yarn through the joining loop).
2. Ch 1 (counts as an sc in this round).
3. Pattern around (repeat 12 times):
   • sc in the first stitch
   • skip 1 stitch
   • Work 7 dc into the next stitch (this creates a big scallop)
   • skip 1 stitch
4. After the last scallop, join with sl st to the first red stitch.
5. Cut the red yarn and secure with knots as shown in the tutorial.

This scallop round gives the pouch a decorative “collar” that also helps define the character style.

Step 5 – Make the Drawstring Holes

In the video, the drawstring is woven through the gaps between stitches near the top area (just above the scallop edge area when folded). You don’t need a special hole round—just weave through evenly spaced stitches.

Beginner-friendly guideline:

• Weave the cord through every few stitches (the tutorial uses an “over 3 stitches, out 3 stitches” rhythm).

Step 6 – Crochet the Top Edge (Optional Note)

The tutorial finishes after the scallop round and focuses on assembly + drawstrings. If you want a firmer top edge, you can add:

• 1 round of sc around in the main color before adding drawstrings.

But to stay true to the tutorial, you can move on to the feet and strings after the scallops.

Step 7 – Make the Drawstring Cord (Two Strings)

The pouch uses two separate drawstrings, each made of chains.

1. With the main yarn color, make a slip knot.
2. Crochet 100 chains.
3. Fasten off.
4. Make a second string the same way: 100 chains.

Tip: If you want thicker cords, you can:

• Slip stitch back along the chain, or
• Make an i-cord, or
• Use ribbon instead.

Step 8 – Insert the Drawstring and Finish the Pouch

This pouch closes correctly because it uses two strings, woven in opposite directions.

Insert String #1

1. Fold the pouch flat to find the weaving path more easily.
2. Weave the string through the stitches:
   • Bring it out after 3 stitches
   • Then back in after 3 stitches
   • Continue all around.
3. At the end, bring both ends to the same place and tie them together (don’t pull too tight).

Insert String #2

1. Start at the same opening area.
2. Weave it the same way, but in the opposite over/under path so the strings sit on different “tracks.”
3. Tie the ends together.

Now you can close your pouch by pulling both drawstrings outward.

Crochet the Chicken Feet (Super Cute Detail)

The feet are made separately in yellow yarn, then tied onto the pouch.

Foot Pattern

1. Ch 7
2. Work 6 sc starting in the 2nd chain from the hook (so you have 6 sc total).

Now make the “toes” three times:

1. Ch 4
2. Work 3 sc starting in the 2nd chain from the hook
3. Sl st back into the base area to attach

• Repeat: ch 4, 3 sc, sl st attach
• Repeat: ch 4, 3 sc, sl st attach

Fasten off and leave tails for tying.

Make two feet.

Attach the Feet

• Choose the back seam/line as the “back of the chicken.”
• Attach feet on the front bottom area by using the yarn tails and tying secure knots on the inside.

Finishing Touches

To make your crochet pouch look neat and last longer:

• Weave in all ends using a yarn needle (main color, red scallops, yellow feet).
• Tighten and secure knots (especially on the foot attachments).
• Shape the pouch by gently stretching the base circle and smoothing the sides.
• Add embroidered details (optional):
  • Sew eyes and a small mouth using black yarn or embroidery thread.

If you plan to carry heavier items, consider adding a lining (ideas below).

Customization Ideas

Make this crochet drawstring pouch pattern your own with easy upgrades:

• Use different yarn colors
  • Pastel chicken, rainbow pouch, or classic white + red
• Add beads or bows
  • Tie a small bow on the drawstring knot
  • Add beads to the drawstring ends
• Make it larger or smaller
  • For bigger: add one more increase round (base) and/or more body rounds
  • For smaller: stop after fewer body rounds
• Add a fabric lining
  • Great for holding tiny items (earrings, coins)
  • Helps the pouch keep its shape

Creative Uses for a Crochet Drawstring Pouch

This pouch isn’t just cute—it’s useful! Here are practical ways to use it:

• Jewelry pouch (rings, earrings, bracelets)
• Gift bag (perfect for small handmade gifts)
• Coin pouch (add lining if you want it more secure)
• Makeup storage (lip balm, mini powder, hair ties)
• Travel organizer (charging cable, earbuds, SD cards)

Tips for Beginners (And Common Mistakes to Avoid)

• Count your stitches and rounds. The base shape depends on consistent increases.
• Keep your tension steady. A pouch looks best when stitches are even.
• Close the magic ring tightly. If the center hole is loose, your items can slip out.
• Don’t skip the second drawstring. Two strings make the pouch close smoothly from both sides.
• Secure the feet well. Use tight knots and weave in ends so they don’t come off.

Conclusion

This cute crochet drawstring pouch is a fantastic beginner project because it uses simple stitches (mostly double crochet), easy repeating rounds, and quick finishing. The chicken details ruffle edge, tiny feet, and face make it extra special for gifts, storage, or just showing off your crochet skills.