This stylish two-tone crochet handbag pattern is perfect for crafters who want to create a functional accessory with a modern flair. Made using durable t-shirt yarn, the bag boasts a structured base, beautiful ridged body, and smooth handles—all designed for durability and fashion.
Crochet Two-Tone Handbag
The pattern includes easy-to-follow instructions that guide you from the base to the top closure, including unique details like slip stitching for reinforcement and double loops for a sturdy grip. Whether you're making it for daily use, as a gift, or to sell at craft markets, this bag is customizable in color and size, making it a versatile addition to your handmade collection.
Materials Needed
- T-shirt yarn (two colors)
- 17 x 28 in wing
- Keychains
- Two metal rings (for handles)
- Scissors
- 6.0 mm crochet hook
- 7.5 mm crochet hook
Base of the Bag
- Chain 14 using t-shirt yarn.
Ensure the chain measures approximately 11 cm.
- Add one chain for height.
- Leave 2 cm space at both ends.
- Single crochet under each bump for a total of 14.
- Skip the first chain, continue with single crochet, pulling tight for a dense base.
- Continue crocheting until nearly full, leaving 1 cm top/bottom.
- Single crochet all around the base, increasing at the corners.
- Chain one to mark turning point.
- Work three single crochets into both corners.
- Single crochet in each bump and stitch along the edges.
- Add three single crochets in corner holes as you turn.
Continue until you have a sturdy oval-shaped base.
- Cut the yarn and close the round with a seamless join.
- Hide the yarn tail using a smaller hook and weave it in.
Body of the Bag
- Attach new yarn with the base flat and back side down.
- Insert hook through both loops and twist yarn before pulling through.
- Continue the twisted stitch all around without increases.
- At the end of the round, slip stitch to join.
- Begin the second round by inserting into the crossover stitch.
- Pull up the yarn slightly to give height, twist, and pull through.
Continue this pattern for each round until you reach ~20 cm height.
- Check that bag corners align evenly.
- Finish by cutting yarn and hiding the tail securely.
Top Loops and Bag Opening
- Fold bag in half and mark the center point (33 chains per side).
- Chain 38 for the first handle loop.
- Slide chain over the top of the bag.
- Chain one, skip stitches, and chain another 38 for the second loop.
- Chain one and cut yarn.
- Secure the loops by slip stitching them onto the top of the bag.
- Mark ends and center of chains to position evenly.
Slip Stitch Reinforcement
- Insert hook through the loops at the top of the bag.
- Slip stitch all around the opening to reinforce structure.
- Cut yarn and weave in the ends.
- Ensure loops are symmetrical and secure.
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