This step-by-step crochet pattern guides you through creating a stunning and comfy pair of crochet shorts along with a matching tote bag perfect for beach days, festivals, or lounging in style. The shorts are fully customizable to your waist size and preferred length, featuring stretchy ribbing for the waistband and strategic increases for a flattering fit.
Crochet Shorts & Matching Bag
The coordinating tote bag is equally functional and stylish, designed with sturdy straps and ample room for your essentials. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this pattern combines fashion and function for a trendy handmade set you’ll love to wear.
Materials
- 6 mm crochet hook
- Catrine Dream yarn (in yellow and white or colors of your choice)
- Stitch markers or clips
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Crochet Shorts Pattern
Waistband
- Create a slip knot and chain 7.
- Single crochet into each loop to form a skinny ribbed scarf.
- Continue working rows of single crochet until it wraps snugly around your waist.
- Keep it slightly tight to accommodate stretch over time.
Body
- Add a round of double crochet stitches around the waistband using yellow yarn.
- Crochet one row in white.
- Switch back to yellow and begin shaping by marking increase spots.
Work two double crochets in one loop at each marked spot for a few rows.
- Add clips in four areas to create consistent shaping.
- Continue increasing in these four areas until you reach mid-butt level.
- Stop increasing and crochet evenly until the shorts cover the bottom of your butt.
Connecting the Shorts
- Identify the center front and center back of the piece.
- Chain 7–8 to bridge the gap between both sides of the shorts.
- Attach the chain to the opposite side to create the crotch connection.
Legs
- Crochet around one leg opening, then the other.
- While working over the bridge, insert your hook into the side loops to maintain structure.
Crochet Tote Bag Pattern
Body
- Chain a large loop to begin the bag base.
- Double crochet around the chain to form a circular base.
- Continue working in the round until you reach your desired bag height.
- Once complete, fasten off and attach the bottom if using a separate panel.
Straps
- Chain 5 to start each strap.
- Create straps using the same technique as the waistband (ribbed single crochet).
- Attach straps to the bag by lining up loops and single crocheting them together for durability.
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