So, originally I designed this crochet bag pattern for my mother, she loves green and I wanted to make a bag she could use every day or when going to parties. The issue is that I fell in love with this stunning yet simple crochet bag and am thinking about keeping it for myself. Or I might make one in black for myself! What do you think? Make a black crochet bag for myself so I can gift this one to my mother? If you make one I would love it if you shared a picture with me! I love to be inspired by your version of this free crochet bag pattern!
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Pattern info
This super easy bag pattern is made by crocheting a rectangle and then folding the ends and sewing it together. It is super easy and fast to make this crochet bag.
I also made a flap to close the bag with a magnetic button, but that part can be skipped. I used a premade bag strap from a phone case I never used. The reason I didn’t make a crochet strap is because my yarn ran out. I know, I totally lost at yarn chicken! However, I do provide some step-by-step pictures in the pattern on how to make your own crocheted strap and suggestions for length. I also did a search on Hobbii.com and found some alternatives here.
With this free bag pattern you can make this stunning yet simple crochet bag using any yarn and hook size you want. At the end of the pattern, I provide instructions on how to crochet a crochet bag using any yarn weight and hook size.
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Many people enjoy customizing their own bag to match their personal style.
Remember, every crochet bag can reflect your personality.
Use high-quality yarn for your crochet bag to ensure durability.
Don’t forget to accessorize your bag with matching items.
Make your crochet bag stand out with unique design elements.
A crochet bag is both practical and stylish for everyday use
Every crochet bag tells a story — what will yours say?
Consider the size of your bag based on your needs. Make it bigger or smaller by adding or removing stitches and rows. see instructions in the crochet bag pattern on how to adjust for different sizes of yarn and hooks.
When choosing colors, think about how your bag will fit into your wardrobe.
Crafting a unique bag can be a fun crochet project for all ages.
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Pattern notes:
Different styles of a crochet bag can be made depending on the occasion.
This pattern is worked in rows. When a turning chain is noted e.g. ch 1, turn, or ch 2, turn, this does not count as a stitch.
For the hdc stitches I chain 1 before turning, this creates neater edges but makes it important to count your stitches, as to not miss working a stitch.
Gauge: 14hdc x 10 rows = 10cm x 10cm (4″ x 4″)
Terminology US:
ch – chain
hdc – half double crochet
Materials needed:
Yarn: Durable velvet – 1 and a half skein
crochet hook: 4,5 mm
Tapestry needle
Measuring tape
Optional:
Bag strap
thread
sewing needle
Woman holding a handmade mint-green crochet bag with textured stitches and a decorative clasp, styled with a black jumpsuit. The crochet bag is made using the free bag crochet pattern in the article
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Let’s start this crochet bag
Leaving approx. 1 m for sewing, make a slip knot and ch 37.
Row 1: Starting in second chain from hook, hdc in each ch across, (36 sts) ch 1 turn
Row 2-85: hdc in each st across, (36 sts) ch 1, turn
Row 86: hdc in each st, (36 sts) cut your yarn, leaving approx. 1 m of yarn for sewing the bag together.
Measure to be sure the rectangle is long enough (74 cm). Do this by folding the ends like the pictures to make sure all ends line up accordingly. If your ends overlap you need to frog a row or two, if there is space between them you need to add rows until they do line up.
Once your bag is the correct size follow the pictures to sew your ends together. Make sure to line up the hdc rows for a nice and neat look.
Bag strap
If you are making your own bag strap:
With the right side of your bag out, fasten yarn in the corner of the bag.
Row 1: ch 1, in same st make 1 sc, then 3 more sc evenly divided (4 sts) ch 1, turn
Row 2: 1 hdc in each st (4 sts) ch 1, turn
Work row 2 until strap measures 85 cm
Cut your yarn and sew the strap into the corresponding stitches on the opposite end of the bag. fasten your yarn and weave in your ends
Crochet Bag close
Ch 5, begin in second chain from your hook
Row 1: hdc in each ch (4 sts) ch 1, turn
Row 2: hdc in each st (4 sts) ch 1, turn
Row 3: hdc in each st, (4 sts) cut your yarn, leaving a tail long enough to sew it to the bag.
Using a sewing needle and thread, sew the magnetic button onto the piece in one end. Then sew the other end to the bag, see pictures for placement.
When the piece is attached to the bag, measure where the other end of your button will be and sew it onto the bag.
Lastly, take pride in your handmade crochet bag!
To make the crochet bag pattern using any yarn and hook size:
Leaving approx. 1 m for sewing, make a slip knot and Chain any number needed for the foundation chain to measure 27 cm when lightly stretched, then chain one more.
Row 1: Starting in second chain from hook, hdc in each ch across, ch 1 turn
Rows: hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn
Last row: hdc in each st, cut your yarn, leaving approx. 1 m of yarn for sewing the bag together.
Measure to be sure the rectangle is long enough (74 cm). Do this by folding the ends like the pictures to make sure all ends line up accordingly. If your ends overlap you need to frog a row or two, if there is space between them you need to add rows until they do line up.
Once your bag is the correct size follow the pictures to sew your ends together. Make sure to line up the hdc rows for a nice and neat look.
Bag strap
If you are making your own bag strap:
With the right side of your bag out, fasten yarn in the corner of the bag.
Row 1: ch 1, in same st make 1 sc, then the number of sc needed to make the strap approx. 4cm evenly divided, ch 1, turn
Row 2: 1 hdc in each st, ch 1, turn
Work row 2 until strap measures 85 cm
Cut your yarn and sew the strap into the corresponding stitches on the opposite end of the bag. fasten your yarn and weave in your ends
Bag close
Chain any number needed for the foundation chain to measure approx. 4 cm when lightly stretched, then chain one more. Begin in second chain from your hook
Row 1: hdc in each ch, ch 1, turn
Row 2: hdc in each st, ch 1, turn
Work row 2 until it measures 10 cm, cut your yarn, leaving a tail long enough to sew it to the bag.
Using a sewing needle and thread, sew the magnetic button onto the piece in one end. Then sew the other end to the bag, see pictures for placement.
When the piece is attached to the bag, measure where the other end of your button will be and sew it onto the bag.
Millie Anderson
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