Retro Daisy Granny Square Bag Free Pattern

Introduction

Step back into the vibrant world of the 1970s with this Retro Daisy Granny Square Bag. Perfect for adding a touch of vintage charm to any outfit, this bag is both stylish and functional. With its cheerful daisy motifs and bright colors, this bag will not only hold your essentials but also serve as a delightful accessory that showcases your crafting skills.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in yellow, white, and green
• Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: One granny square measures 4 inches by 4 inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Daisy Granny Square (Make 13)

Follow these steps to create the daisy granny squares:

• Round 1: With yellow yarn, make a magic ring. Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet), then work 11 double crochets (dc) into the ring. Slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the chain 3. You should have a total of 12 dc.
• Round 2: Join white yarn. Chain 3, then work 1 dc in the same stitch. Now, work 2 dc in each stitch around. Slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. You should have 24 dc.
• Round 3: Join green yarn. Chain 3, then work 2 dc in the next stitch. Now, repeat *1 dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch* around. Slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. You should have 36 dc.
• Round 4: Chain 1, work 1 single crochet (sc) in the same stitch. Now, repeat *chain 3, skip 2 stitches, sc in the next stitch* around. Slip stitch to the first sc to close the round.

2. Assembling the Bag

Now that you have your squares, it’s time to assemble the bag:

• Arrange the squares in a 3x3 grid for the front and back panels, and a 1x1 layout for the sides and bottom.
• Using a whip stitch, join the squares together, ensuring that the daisy motifs are aligned properly.

3. Bag Assembly

Once the panels are joined, follow these steps to complete the bag:

• Join the front, back, sides, and bottom panels together using a whip stitch.
• To create a border around the top edge of the bag, switch to green yarn: chain 1, then work 1 sc in each stitch around. Slip stitch to the first sc to finish the border.

4. Straps (Make 2)

For the straps, follow these instructions:

• With green yarn, chain 80.
• Row 1: Work 1 sc in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn your work.
• Row 2: Chain 1, then work 1 sc in each stitch across. Fasten off the yarn.
• Attach the straps securely to the inside of the bag's top edge, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

5. Finishing Touches

To complete your Retro Daisy Granny Square Bag:

• Weave in all loose ends using a yarn needle to keep your work neat.
• Block the bag to shape, ensuring the squares lie flat and the bag maintains its structure.

Your Retro Daisy Granny Square Bag is now complete and ready to bring a splash of nostalgia to your day! Enjoy your new handmade accessory!