Doll Cradle Purse

I have some 5" dolls and doll clothes patterns but desired to make a cradle purse. After looking awhile for a pattern, I ordered a kit from Mary Maxim. This project worked up easily but the yarn is soft and didn't make as sturdy a cradle/purse base as I would prefer so next time I make one I'll likely use a firmer yarn for the bottom and sides of the cradle. The softer yarn will be fine for the purse top/cradle sides. 

Cradle/Purse open

Cradle/Purse Closed