This page covers: 1405, 1405A, A-PL-1405
Check the code on the back of your box, near the barcode.
Ages: 6 and up · About 30-60 minutes · Easy · Wipe-clean

Watch how it's done:

What's in your kit:

• 1 Plastic Bag Mesh

• 1 Ball of Multicolored Pom Pom Yarn

• 2 Metal D-Rings

• 1 Metal Crochet Needle

• 1 Plastic Needle

• 1 Ball of Sewing Yarn

• 1 Metal Clasp

• 1 Metal Chain Strap

• 1 Artificial Pearl Strap

Before You Begin

• Set up your work area first on a clean, flat surface.
• Lay out everything in the kit so it's all within reach before you begin.
• You will also need a pair of scissors, which is not included in the kit.
• Adult supervision is recommended.
• The kit contains small parts and a sharp crochet needle, so handle the tools carefully.
• Keep the pompom yarn, plastic mesh grid, crochet hook, sewing yarn, needle, D-shaped rings, clasp, pearl handle, and chain strap organized as you work.

Step 1: Prepare the Pompom Yarn

• Take the end of the pompom yarn.
• Cut off the final pompom so you have a loose piece of yarn at the end.
• Start with the largest rectangular section of the plastic mesh, leaving the two side flaps for later.
• Push the loose yarn end through a corner square of the mesh.
• Tie the yarn securely around the edge with a simple knot. 

Step 2: Make the Outer Pompom Border

• Count to the 4th hole along the edge of the mesh.
• Push the metal crochet hook up through that hole.
• Use the hook to grab the pompom yarn.
• Pull the yarn down through the mesh.
• Pull the yarn through the loop you created to lock it in place.
• Pull it tight so the pompoms sit securely against the mesh.
• Count another 4 squares and repeat.
• Continue looping the yarn every 4 squares along the edge.
• When you reach a corner, turn the corner and continue using the same pattern.
• Keep going until the entire outer edge of the large rectangle is covered

Step 3: Fill the Center of the Purse

• Start a new row next to the finished outer row.
• Begin each new row 3 squares over from the previous row.
• Along each row, create a pompom loop every 4 squares.
• Continue down the row until you get as close as possible to the outer border without looping into it.
• Count 3 squares across and begin the next row in the opposite direction.
• Continue working back and forth until the center section is completely covered with pompoms.
• When finished, tie the end of the pompom yarn around the mesh to secure it.
• If the yarn is too short to tie, pull the final two loops through and use some sewing yarn to tie them together securely.
• Cut the remaining yarn beside the final pompom. 

Step 4: Attach the Handle Rings

• Attach the D-shaped handle rings before covering the side flaps with pompoms.
• Thread the sewing yarn through the needle.
• Position one D-shaped ring on each side flap.
• Place each ring about 2 squares from the outside edge of the bag and center it on the flap.
• Sew each ring onto the mesh with a few stitches.
• Tie a knot in the yarn to secure each ring. 

Step 5: Cover the Side Flaps with Pompoms

• Tie the pompom yarn onto one corner of a side flap.
• Work around the outside edge of the flap using the same looping method as before.
• Count every 4 squares as you create each pompom loop.
• After covering the perimeter, add one row of pompoms down the center of the flap.
• Make sure you do not cover the D-shaped handle ring with a pompom.
• Secure the yarn when the flap is finished.
• Repeat the same process on the second side flap. 

Step 6: Sew the Purse Together

• Cut a long piece of sewing yarn.
• Thread it through the eye of the needle.
• Line up one side flap with the main body of the purse.
• Push the needle through the top two matching mesh squares to join the pieces together.
• Tie a knot to secure the starting point.
• Sew down the side by passing the needle through matching squares on both pieces of mesh.
• Pull the yarn tight as you work so the stitches disappear underneath the pompoms.
• Tie a knot when you reach the end.
• Repeat the sewing process until the purse is fully joined together.
• Leave the top of the purse open.

Step 7: Attach the Closing Clasp

• Position one side of the metal clasp inside the purse flap.
• Place the other half of the clasp on the opposite side.
• Check that both pieces line up correctly when the purse is closed.
• Secure the clasp by opening the two side anchors behind the mesh.
• Ask an adult for help if this part is difficult.

Step 8: Add the Handle and Strap

• Find the metal loops you attached earlier.
• Hook the crossbody chain strap onto the metal loops.
• Attach the artificial pearl handle to the same loops.
• Make sure both sides are securely connected.
• Your pompom purse is now ready to wear and show off.

Safety:

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Crochet Needle is Sharp. Do not wrap yarn around neck. Not for children under 4 years.

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