This fun and easy-to-follow guide will help you create a charming pumpkin crochet treat bag perfect for carrying sweets and treats. Whether you're looking for a unique addition to your Halloween decorations or a fun project for the season, this treat bag is both functional and cute.
Crochet Treat Bag
The pattern includes clear instructions for creating the bag’s base, body, top border, handle, and even adding a face with felt for a truly personalized touch. Customize the colors to match your style and have a festive accessory in no time. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, this project is sure to bring some seasonal cheer to your home!
Materials Needed:
- 5 mm crochet hook
- Black felt for the face
- Burnt orange yarn (weight of 4)
- Green or brown yarn for the top part
- Scissors
- Hot glue gun
Base of the Bag:
- Magic Circle: Create a magic circle with the orange yarn.
- Round 1: Chain one, then half double crochet 10 times into the circle. Slip stitch into the first half double crochet to finish the round.
- Round 2: Chain one, then increase into each stitch (2 half double crochets in each stitch). You should have 20 stitches. Slip stitch to finish.
- Round 3: Chain one, then alternate between one half double crochet and an increase. You should have 30 stitches. Slip stitch to finish.
- Round 4: Chain one, then work one half double crochet into the first two stitches, followed by an increase in the third stitch. Repeat around. You should have 40 stitches. Slip stitch to finish.
- Round 5: Chain one, then work one half double crochet into the first three stitches, followed by an increase. Repeat around. You should have 50 stitches. Slip stitch to finish.
Body of the Bag:
- Start the Length: Chain one, then half double crochet in each stitch around.
- Continue: Repeat the previous step for about 13-14 rows to create the length of the bag.
Top Border:
- Change Color: Switch to green or brown yarn.
- First Row: Chain one with the orange yarn, then half double crochet in each stitch around with the new color.
- Additional Rows: Repeat the previous step for one or two more rows.
Handle:
- Create Chain: Chain 42 (adjust length as needed).
- First part of the handle: Half double crochet back down into the chain, starting from the second chain from the hook.
- Attach to Bag: Single crochet into a stitch on the opposite side of the bag.
- Second part of the handle: Turn and single crochet back up the handle to add thickness.
- Attach other side: Sew the handle to the bag using the yarn tail and a crochet hook.
Finishing Touches:
- Cut and Secure Yarn: Cut and secure all loose ends.
- Add Face: Cut out eyes, nose, and mouth from black felt and hot glue them onto the bag.
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