How to Crochet a Beautiful Bag: Step-by-Step Instructions

Crocheting a beautiful bag can be such a fun and rewarding project! The possibilities are endless - from picking out your favorite colors to choosing the perfect stitch pattern, each step is a chance to get creative. Imagine carrying around a one-of-a-kind bag that you made yourself, showing off your craftsmanship and style wherever you go. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, creating a crochet beautiful bag is a delightful way to spend your time and showcase your talents. Get ready to accessorize with a unique touch that reflects your personality and flair!

Materials

• Caron One Pound in Sunflower (Color A) and Brown (Color B)
• 5.5 mm & 4 mm crochet hooks
• Purse Handle
• Button

Abbreviations – US Terminology

• St(s) – Stitch(es)
• Sl st – Slip stitch
• Ch – Chain
• Sc – Single crochet
• Yo – Yarn Over

Specialty Stitches

Bobble:

• Yo, insert hook into the designated st and pull up a loop.
• Yo, draw yarn through 2 loops (2 loops on hook)
• Yo, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yo draw through 2 loops (3 loops on hook)
• Yo, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yo draw through 2 loops (4 loops on hook)
• Yo, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yo draw through 2 loops (5 loops on hook)
• Yo, draw yarn through all 5 loops on hook.

Gauge

13 st x 14 rows

Panel (Make 2)

With Color A and 5.5 mm hook, Ch 30

Row 1: 2 sc in second ch from hook, sc each ch across to last ch, 2 sc last ch, turn (31)

Rows 2-3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc each st to last st, 2 sc last st, turn. (33,35)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *bobble, sc next 2 sts, repeat from * across, turn. (11 bobbles)

Rows 5-7: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc each st across to last st, 2 sc last st, turn. (37,39,41)

Row 8: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *bobble, sc next 2 sts, repeat from * across, turn. (13 bobbles)

Rows 9-11: Ch 1, sc each st across, turn. (41)

Rows 12-31: Repeat rows 8-11 5 times.

Premade Handles Covers

Row 32: sl st next 9 sts, sc, bobble next st, *sc next 2 sts, bobble next st, repeat from * 6 more times, sc next st, leave remaining sts unworked, turn. (8 bobbles)

Rows 33-38: Ch 1, sc each st across, turn. Fasten off when complete. Leave long tail for sewing.

Assembly

With the right sides of the two panels facing each other, sew around the outsides of the bag. Fold handle cover over premade handles & secure to back.

Optional Crochet Strap

With Color A and 4 mm hook, Ch 100

Round 1: hdc in second ch from hook, hdc each st until last ch, 3 hdc in last ch, working underneath the original ch, hdc in each st until last ch, 2 hdc in last ch, fasten off.

Stripe in Color B

Running slip stitch down center spaces made from the completed hdc sts. This will keep your strap from stretching out.

Crochet Button

(Instructions for creating a crochet button can be found in the detailed guide or shown in an accompanying image.)