This crochet shoulder bag is an easy yet stylish accessory that you can create using three pre-made starburst granny squares. The pattern involves joining the squares, creating a button loop, and crafting a thick, durable strap with the Romanian cord technique.
Crochet Shoulder Bag
Perfect for those who want to repurpose their existing granny squares or try out an innovative way of using them, this bag can be customized with your favorite colors and button choice. Whether you prefer a fixed or adjustable strap, this bag can be tailored to fit your unique style, making it both a practical and fashionable addition to your collection.
Materials
- Three granny squares (any pattern)
- Five-ply milk cotton yarn
- 4mm crochet hook
- Darning needle
- Scissors
- Optional 2cm button
Joining the Granny Squares
- Join the three granny squares together using single crochet stitches in the back loop only.
- Fold the squares into a triangle and join them at the corners to form the bag shape.
Creating the Button Loop
- Chain 10 stitches.
- Attach the chain to one side of the bag.
- Sew the button onto the opposite side of the bag using a sewing needle.
Creating the Strap
- Start with a slip stitch, chain 2.
- Continuously work single crochet stitches while turning the work to create a thick Romanian cord.
- The strap length in the video is 52 inches (132 cm).
Attaching the Strap
- Option 1: Stitch the strap directly to the bag for a fixed strap.
- Option 2: Create an adjustable strap by looping the ends through themselves.
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