I designed this pouch with a change purse in mind. I was thinking about how my daughter will be going to first grade next school year and she will need a change purse to keep with her for buying lunch, etc... It is sized to hold dollar bills that are folded in half and change. That being said, there are many things you could use this little pouch for besides money. Ive done this pouch in lots of different variations- all solid, 3 colors (using the pattern: color 1, color 2, color 3, color 2, color 1), and in five colors- sometimes ombre and sometimes using 5 colors the look nice together. The possibilities are endless :) Here is an ombre-ish example: Here is the one shown in this tutorial: Materials needed- for the crochet pouch: • U.S. H- 5.00 MM crochet hook • Worsted weight yarn- used here: Vanna's Choice • Tapestry needle for sewing in the ends Materials needed- for the fabric lining & zipper (if desired): • 5" zipper ...