Crochet Avenue Circle Bag Pattern For Ladies

Creating a Crochet Avenue Circle Bag involves a straightforward pattern that relies predominantly on simple stitches. This stylish and durable bag can be used for various occasions like a trip to a farmer's market or beach. It's versatile and functional, thanks to strong straps, plus there's an internal phone pocket.

Crochet Avenue Circle Bag

Materials:

1. Main Color (MC): Lion Brand Rewind
2. Contrast Color (CC): Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
3. Tapestry needle
4. Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook for handles
5. Size F (4.0 mm) crochet hook for main circle
6. 14 stitch markers or safety pins

Abbreviations:

• Sc: Single Crochet
• Ch: Chain
• St: Stitch
• Rnd: Round
• MC: Main Color
• CC: Contrast Color
• PM: Place Marker
• SCBLO: Single Crochet Back Loop Only
• Sc3tog: Single Crochet Three Together

Making Process:

Body Of Bag - First And Second Circles:

1. Foundation Round: Choose between the preferred foundation round or alternative.
   • Preferred: Magic ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring. (6)
   • Alternative: Ch 4, sl st to first ch. Ch 1, 6 sc in loop. (6)
2. Rounds 2-14:
   • R2: 2 scblo in each st. (12)
   • R3: Scblo in each st. (12)
   • R4: 2 scblo in each st. (24)
   • R5-7: Repeat R3. (24, 36)
   • R8: [2 scblo in next st, scblo in next 2] 12 times. (48)
   • ... Continue pattern to R14 ending with 84 sts.
3. Continue Pattern: Repeat Rounds 13 and 14 nine more times until Round 32, ending with 192 sts.
4. Final Steps: Sl st in the next stitch and fasten off.

Round Bag Gusset:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 4.
2. Rows 1-154: Follow instructions for increases and straight rows, ending with decreases to return to 3 sc.
3. Do Not Fasten Off.

Gusset Border:

1. Work a sc border around the entire gusset, joining with a sl st to the first sc.

Joining Gusset And Main Circles:

1. Attach the yarn as prescribed based on handedness.
2. Work sc through both layers to join gusset and circles.

Purse Handles and Strap Tabs:

• Handles:
  • Ch 12, join, and continue in spirals till straps measure 24”. Fasten off.
• Strap Tabs:
  • Ch 9, then follow instructions for 10 rows with specific crocheting instructions. Attach tabs over the ends of the straps on the bag.

Interior Pocket:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 30.
2. Rows 1-30: Start with 29 sc, then ch 1, and turn for 29 more sc stitches per row. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Final Assembly:

• Attach the straps and tabs to the circles using whip stitches for secure attachment.
• Pin and sew the interior pocket in the desired location inside one of the bag’s circles.

Finishing Touches:

• Secure all loose ends and remove any remaining stitch markers.
• If desired, reinforce straps with nylon webbing for extra durability.

This project offers creative freedom in terms of color choices, strap materials, and decoration, making it a truly customizable piece.

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