Crochet Striped Shoulder Bag Free Pattern

Crochet Striped Shoulder Bag Free Pattern

This vibrant crochet shoulder bag features a beautiful striped design in shades of pink and red. Perfect for carrying your essentials, this pattern is both stylish and functional. Whether you're heading to the market or going out with friends, this bag will add a pop of color to your outfit!

Materials Needed

• Medium weight cotton yarn in pink and red
• 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with a magic ring: Create a magic ring and chain 2. This will be the center of your bag.
2. Work the first round: Into the magic ring, work 12 double crochets (dc). To do this, yarn over, insert your hook into the ring, yarn over again, pull through (3 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops. Once completed, join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the first dc.
3. Round 2: Chain 2, then work 2 dc in each stitch around. You should have a total of 24 dc at the end of this round. Join with a sl st.
4. Round 3: Chain 2, then *1 dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch* and repeat this pattern around. You will have 36 dc at the end of this round. Join with a sl st.
5. Rounds 4-10: Work even in dc until the piece measures 8 inches from the base. This will create the body of your bag. Make sure to join each round with a sl st.
6. Change to pink yarn: Switch to your pink yarn and work 2 rounds of dc. Remember to join each round with a sl st.
7. Create the striped section: Alternate between red and pink every 2 rounds, creating a total of 4 stripes. This will give your bag a vibrant, eye-catching look.
8. For the top edge: Switch to a shell stitch. To do this, *skip 1 stitch, 5 dc in the next stitch, skip 1 stitch, sl st in the next stitch* and repeat this pattern around the top edge of the bag.
9. Make the strap: Chain 100. Once completed, braid the chain to create a thick strap. This will give your bag added strength and style.
10. Attach the strap: Use sl st to attach the strap to the sides of the bag securely.
11. Finish off: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle to ensure a neat finish.

Congratulations! You have now completed your very own crochet striped shoulder bag. Enjoy using it or gifting it to someone special!