Crochet Bag with Puff Stitch & Stylish Handles
Crocheting this Gorgeous Bag with Puff Stitch and adding Stylish Handles to it is a fantastic way to elevate your handmade creations! The Puff Stitch creates beautiful texture and depth, while the Stylish Handles not only make your piece functional but also add a touch of elegance. With a little creativity and some yarn, you can turn ordinary items into stunning accessories that showcase your unique style and craftsmanship.
Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn (color of your choice)
- Crochet hook suitable for your yarn (typically 4mm–5.5mm)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle for weaving ends
Round 1: Magic Circle Foundation
Start with a magic circle.
Work 16 double crochets (DC) into the circle.
Join with a slip stitch to the first DC.
For Round 2: Increasing the Circle
In the same stitch as the join, work 2 DC.
Next stitch: 2 DC, then 1 DC in the following stitch.
Repeat this sequence all the way around.
Join with a slip stitch to close the round.
Round 3: Expanding the Base
Begin with 2 DC in the same stitch.
Next two stitches: 1 DC in each.
Repeat pattern: 2 DC, 1 DC, 1 DC across the round.
Join with a slip stitch.
Puff Stitch Round
Create a puff stitch by yarning over and pulling through three times in the same stitch.
Pull through all loops on the hook.
Chain 2.
Skip two stitches, then make another puff stitch.
Repeat this puff-chain pattern around.
Join with a slip stitch between puff stitches.
Second Puff Stitch Round
Slip stitch into the gap between puff stitches.
In each gap, make a new puff stitch.
Chain 2 after each puff stitch.
Repeat around and join.
Single Crochet Round
Single crochet into each gap between puff stitches.
Also, single crochet directly into each puff stitch.
Continue around and join.
Base for Bag Body
In the next stitch, work 1 DC, then chain 1.
Skip the next stitch and repeat the pattern: 1 DC, chain 1.
Continue this around and join.
Bag Design Round
In each gap: work 1 SC, 1 HDC, 1 DC, 1 TR.
In the next gap: work 1 TR, 1 DC, 1 HDC, 1 SC.
Alternate this pattern around to form the design.
Continue repeating this round until the bag reaches desired height.
Drawstring
Chain a length long enough to go around the top of the bag.
Weave the chain through the top openings to create a drawstring closure.
Handles
Create desired-length chains for handles.
Attach the handles securely to the top edges of the bag using slip stitches or sewing with a yarn needle.
Ensure both handles are even and firmly secured.