Crochet Handbag - flycatdiy

Crochet Handbag (with Tutorial)
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I. Materials

Yarn: Beige, dark brown, light brown yarn (medium-weight cotton yarn recommended, e.g., 5-ply milk cotton for structure and durability).

Hook: 3.5mm hook (adjust based on yarn thickness).

Accessories:

Gold zipper (length matching bag width)

Brown faux leather handles

Brown faux leather shoulder strap

Metal strap connectors

Decorative zipper pull

Sewing needle, scissors, stitch markers

Stuffing: Small amount (to add structure).

II. Base

Start: With beige yarn, magic ring 6 sts.

R1: Inc in each st (12 sts).

R2: Sc 1, inc repeat (18 sts).

R3: Sc 2, inc repeat (24 sts).

R4: Sc 3, inc repeat (30 sts).

R5–6: Sc even (30 sts). Base should now form a medium-sized circle.

III. Body

Row 1: Switch to dark brown yarn. Sc in each st around (30 sts).

Row 2: Switch to beige yarn. Begin monogram-inspired pattern:

Work in sets of 3 sts: 1 beige, 1 dark brown, 1 beige. Repeat to end (30 sts).

Row 3: Switch to light brown yarn. Alternate colors to continue the pattern (e.g., use light brown for accent stitches, beige for background).

Repeat: Continue the color pattern, switching yarns as needed, until body reaches desired height. Use stitch markers to track rows.

IV. Top Edge

Round 1: Switch to beige yarn. Sc 1 round to reinforce the opening.

Attach zipper:

Align gold zipper with the top edge.

Sew zipper to the inner side using needle and thread, ensuring smooth movement and secure attachment.

V. Handles & Strap

Handles:

Position faux leather handles on both sides of the bag.

Secure ends with metal connectors, stitching through the bag body and connectors.

Shoulder strap:

Attach one end to the decorative zipper pull.

Connect the other end to the opposite side using a metal connector.

Adjust strap length for comfort and secure all joints.

VI. Finishing

Inspect seams and stitches; reinforce gaps with matching yarn.

Lightly stuff the bag to enhance shape.

Key Terms:

Magic ring

Single crochet (sc)

Increase (inc)

Work even

Faux leather

Pattern Notes:

The colorwork mimics a luxury monogram design (adjustable for personalization).

Use stitch markers to maintain consistent pattern alignment.