If you're looking for a stylish, functional, and beginner-friendly project, this Crochet Cross-Body Bag Pattern is the perfect pick. Blending fashion with practicality, this pattern guides you step-by-step to create a trendy bag that's ideal for everyday wear, festivals, or travel.
Crochet Cross-Body Bag
Designed to be both durable and lightweight, it’s a fun way to practice shaping techniques, color changes, and construction skills—all while making something you’ll actually use. Whether you're new to crochet or a seasoned maker, this bag is a rewarding project that adds a handmade touch to any outfit.
Materials
- 4mm crochet hook
- Blue yarn
- White yarn
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (or contrasting yarn as markers)
- Two small metal rings
- Two wooden beads (optional)
Instructions
Base of the Bag
Magic Ring
- Begin with a magic ring.
- Work 7 single crochets (sc) into the ring.
- Pull the tail to close the ring tightly.
- Slip stitch into the first sc to join the round.
Increase Rounds
Round 2
- Chain 1.
- Make 2 sc in each stitch around.
- Total stitches: 14
Round 3
- Chain 1.
- 1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 21
For Round 4
- Chain 1.
- 1 sc, 1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 28
Round 5
- Chain 1.
- 3 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 35
Round 6
- Chain 1.
- 2 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 2 sc; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 42
For Round 7
- Chain 1.
- 5 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 49
Round 8
- Chain 1.
- 3 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 3 sc; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 56
Round 9
- Chain 1.
- 7 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 63
For Round 10
- Chain 1.
- 4 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 4 sc; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 70
Round 11
- Chain 1.
- 9 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 77
Round 12
- Chain 1.
- 5 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 5 sc; repeat around.
- Total stitches: 84
Dividing for Panels
Sectioning the Base
- Divide the 84 stitches into 6 equal sections of 14 stitches each.
- Use stitch markers to separate each section.
- Each section will form one panel of the bag.
Creating Side Panels
Working Each Panel
- Begin with one 14-stitch section.
Row 1
- Slip stitch into the first stitch.
- Make 13 half double crochets (hdc) across the section.
Rows 2 to 29
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Slip stitch into the first stitch.
- Work 13 hdc across.
- Repeat for a total of 29 rows per panel.
Repeat for All Panels
- Work the same process for each of the 6 marked sections.
- Alternate colors (blue and white) if desired.
Assembling the Bag
Sewing Panels Together
- Align and sew the edges of each rectangular panel together using a yarn needle.
- Alternate colors for visual appeal if following the original design.
Adding the Drawstring
Creating the Drawstring
- Braid strands of blue and white yarn to desired length.
Inserting the Drawstring
- Use a yarn needle to weave the braided string through the top edge of the bag.
- Insert into every other stitch space around the perimeter.
Optional Beads
- Thread a wooden bead onto each end of the string.
- Knot below each bead to secure.
- Trim any excess yarn.
Creating and Attaching the Strap
Making the Strap
- Braid a long strap using blue and white yarn.
Attaching the Strap
- Sew or tie a metal ring to each top corner of the bag.
- Tie the ends of the braided strap securely to the rings.
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