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Flower Coasters | Crochet Pattern

Hey, Guys! I hope your week is off to a good start. Easter is this Sunday and spring is in full bloom. I know this because of the amount that I have been sneezing.. Nevertheless, the outdoors are finally full of color and that is what inspired these gorgeous flower coasters! These take only a few minutes to make and do not require any fancy stitches. One coaster takes less than 10 minutes and a bundle of 4 would take less than 45. That makes it easy to whip these up in all sorts of color combinations.

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Flower Coasters | Crochet Pattern
Materials Needed:

– Worsted weight #4 yarn in 2 colors (mine are brown and yellow)

– 5 mm crochet hook

– Scissors

– Yarn needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

– Slip Stitch (sl st)

– Double Crochet (dc)

– Treble Crochet (tr)

– Stitch (st)

**note: #’s inside <> indicate total # of stitches in that round.
First Color: Brown

1. Make a magic ring, ch. 2. *ch. 2 does not count as a st. Dc 10 inside ring. Pull tight, sl st into top of first dc of round. <10>

2. Ch. 2. *ch. 2 does not count as a st. Make 2 dc in each st all the way around. Sl st into top of first dc. <20> Fasten off.

Second Color: Yellow

Petals: Attach yarn to the st you last worked, ch. 3. *ch 3 DOES count as st from here on.

In the same st, make 1 dc, 1 tr, and 2 more dc. Sl st into the next 2 st, ch 3 and repeat until end of round. <10 petals total>

Fasten off. Weave in ends

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Underbust Corset

My recent obsession with Victorian fashion truly inspired this piece. I absolutely love all of the corsets, ruffled sleeves, lace, coats, all of it! A part of me hopes that the style makes a come-back in the near future… This specific corset also reminds my husband of a lady pirate. So, to each, their own. This corset is great for many different looks!
The best thing about a corset is it’s ability to fit a lot of sizes because it is adjustable by design. Making the general corset size smaller or larger is simple to do by increasing or decreasing the number of rows that are the same and repeated for the majority of the project, rows 7-94. This pattern makes the corset about 30 inches around, fully closed.
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Materials:
-Worsted Weight #4 Yarn in light brown and a small about in black (or your choice of colors)
-5mm Crochet Hook
-Scissors
-Yarn Needle
Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
Stitch (st)
Slip Stitch (sl st)
Single Crochet (sc)
For decreasing: Single Crochet Two Together (sc 2 tog)
For edging, a picot stitch is used. To do a picot: chain up 3, single crochet in first chain.
** Ch 1. Does not count as st.
<#> represents total number of stitches in that row.
This pattern measures about 30 inches around, fully closed. To increase or decrease the general size, add more rows or reduce # of rows in #7-94.
1. Ch. 25, one sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. <24>
2. Sc first 2 st together, sc until last two st of row, sc tog. Ch 1, turn.<22>
3. Sc first 2 st together, sc until last two st of row, sc tog. Ch 1, turn. <20>
4. Sc first 2 st together, sc until last two st of row, sc tog. Ch 1, turn.<18>
5. Sc first 2 st together, sc until last two st of row, sc tog. Ch 1, turn.<16>
6. Sc first 2 st together, sc until last two st of row, sc tog. Ch 1, turn.<14>
7-94. Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. <14>
95.Sc 2 in first st, 1 sc in each st until last. 2 sc in last st. Ch 1, turn. <16>
96. Sc 2 in first st, 1 sc in each st until last. 2 sc in last st. Ch 1, turn. <18>
97. Sc 2 in first st, 1 sc in each st until last. 2 sc in last st. Ch 1, turn. <20>
98. Sc 2 in first st, 1 sc in each st until last. 2 sc in last st. Ch 1, turn. <22>
99. Sc 2 in first st, 1 sc in each st until last. 2 sc in last st. Ch 1. <24>
Going around outer edge of work: make 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, picot. Repeat all the way around, sc only on the straight middle edges.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
For tie: Cut string about 2.5 feet. Lay corset flat with both flat ends facing each other. Weave tie in and out between both sides of corset. Attach Tassels to ends if desired.
ENJOY!!


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Crochet Carrot Free Pattern

Continuing on with the spring-themed patterns: crochet carrots! I just gawk over these cute little things, they are just adorable. I know there will be more pieces like this in the near future! They are the perfect addition to spring or Easter decorations or a cute little item to jazz up an Easter basket. Super quick to whip up and simple, too!

 

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Crochet Carrot Pattern

 

Materials Needed:

-Worsted weight #4 yarn in two colors- I chose orange and green

-4 mm crochet hook

-Stuffing

-Scissors

-Yarn needle

-Stitch marker

Optional: jute or string for bow

 

Abbreviations/ Stitches used:

Chain (ch)

Stitch (st)

Slip Stitch (sl st)

Single Crochet (sc)

Treble Crochet (tr)

Decreasing: Single Crochet Two Together (sc 2 tog)

*<#> indicates total # of stitches in row/round

 

Make magic ring, ch. 1.

1.) Sc 5 inside ring. <5> *do not sl st into first sc. Work in a continuous round. To help you see which st was your first of the round, place a st marker in the first st of each row, moving it up as you go.

2.) 1 sc in each st around. <5>

*turn your work inside out

3.) 1 sc in first st, 2 in the next. Repeat until end of round. <7>

4.) 1 sc in each st around. <7>

5.) 1 sc in first st, 2 in the next. Repeat until end of round. <10>

6.) 1 sc in each st around. <10>

7.) 1 sc in first st, 2 in the next. Repeat until end of round. <13>

8.) 1 sc in each st around. <13>

9.) 1 sc in first st, 2 in the next. Repeat until end of round. <19>

10-14.) 1 sc in each st around. <19>

15.) 1 sc in first st, sc 2 tog. Repeat until end of round. <13>

*stuff carrot

16.) sc 2 tog all the way around. 1 sc in last st. <7>

Change color for leaves

  1. Ch 4., make 2 tr in same st.
  2. Make 3 tr in each st around. <21> Sl st to top of first tr to join round.

Fasten off, weave in ends. Optional: Using jute or string, tie a bow tightly around base of leaves.

 

 

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Beachy Crop Top Crochet Pattern

Warmer weather is so close.. and that means so are the cute little bralettes and crop tops that I adore. Here is one that I created last summer:

Bralette size medium :

Ch 16

  1. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 14 st. Make 3 sc in the 15th ch. Make 14 sc around the back side of the ch.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 15 st. Make 3 sc in 16th st. Make 1 sc in the last 15 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 16 st. Make 3 sc in the 17th st. Make 1 sc in the last 16 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 17 st. Make 3 sc in the 18th st. Make 1 sc in the last 17 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 18 st. Make 3 sc in the 19th st. Make 1 sc in the last 18 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 19 st. Make 3 sc in the 20th st. Make 1 sc in the last 19 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 20 st. Make 3 sc in the 21st st. Make 1 sc in the last 20 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 21 st. Make 3 sc in the 22nd st. Make 1 sc in the last 21 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 22 st. Make 3 sc in the 23rd st. Make 1 sc in the last 22 st.
  1. Turn your work, make 1 sc in first 23 st. Ch 3. Skip st #24. Make 1 sc in last 23 st.

Fasten off, weave in ends. Repeat for next cup.

Lay bra cups side by side where sides are touching. Using a yarn needle, sew cups together up to the 10th st. (Or where bra cups start to separate.)

Attach a ch of 40 to each side of the bra cup in the space at the top.

Body band:

For your custom size– make a foundation chain about 10 inches shorter than your regular bra’s band size.

Make 4 extra ch.

Starting in the 5th ch from hook, make 1 tr in each st all the way across.

Ch 4, turn your work. Starting in 2nd st, make 1 tr all the way across.

For edging- turn your work, ch 4. In the second ch from hook, make 3 hdc together (yo, insert hook, pull up a loop, yo, insert hook, pull up a loop, yo, insert hook, pull up a loop, yo, pull through all 7 loops.) Sl st into same ch.

Ch 3, skip a st and sl st into the next st of band.

Repeat all the way across.

Add a ch of 40 to each side of band.

Fasten off/weave in ends.

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Easter Egg Rattle Crochet Pattern

This pattern goes right along with the Easter Egg Bag Pattern from a few days ago. I love all of the spring and Easter-themed items and these eggs are my FAVORITE. I started making them last year when we had 3 new babies in the family who could not partake in the delicious Easter candy but were perfectly suited for a cute little rattle. I have probably made 50 eggs since them. Most with rattle inserts but a few without (just stuffing) so feel free to omit the rattle and just make a cute Easter egg stuffy or decoration. Mix up colors and use that multicolored yarn that you just can’t figure out what to do with.. these eggs LOVE colors.

The pattern is so simple and quick to whip up. If you’d like to purchase an ad-free, printable pattern, you can click here.

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight #4 yarn

• 4 mm crochet hook

• Yarn Needle

• Scissors

• Rattle Insert

• Stuffing/ Poly-fil

Abbreviations Used:

• Chain (ch)

• Stitch (st)

• Single Crochet (sc)

• Slip Stitch (sl st)

-Make a magic ring, ch. 1 (or ch 4 and slip st into the first ch)
1.) Sc 10 inside ring, pull to close. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <10 st>
2.) Sc 2 in each st of round. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <20 st>
3-6.) Sc 1 in each st of round. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <20 st>
7.) Sc 1 into the first 3 st, sc 2 tog. Repeat until the end of round. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <16 st>
8.) Sc 1 into each st until the end of round. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <16 st>
9.)Sc 1 into the first 2 st, sc 2 tog. Repeat until the end of round. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <12 st>
10.) Sc 1 into each st until the end of round. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch 1. <12 st> Stuff egg/ insert rattle if desired.
11.) Sc 2 tog all the way around. Sl st into first sc to join round. Ch. 1. <6 st>
Using a yarn needle & yarn, weave in and out of remaining st to close top of egg. Fasten off, weave in ends.

And that’s it! Please tag me in your photos on Instagram or hashtag #homesweetsimpson!

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Easter Egg Bag Crochet Pattern | Beginner Friendly

Hello, Spring!

Easter is just around the corner and I have been having a ton of fun creating Spring and Easter- themed patterns all week. This Easter Egg Bag is so cute and customizable. I chose the colors yellow, purple, and pink for this bag, but feel free to mix it up with any colors that you like. My bag is slouchy and soft, but if you would like your bag to be more stiff and more like a basket, you can double your yarn or use thicker yarn.

If you would like, you can download the ad-free, printable pattern here.

 

Materials needed:

-WORSTED WEIGHT #4 YARN IN 3 COLORS (LESS THAN ONE SKEIN IN
EACH COLOR). COLORS USED IN THIS PROJECT: YELLOW, PURPLE, AND
PINK.
– 4.5MM CROCHET HOOK
– SCISSORS
– YARN NEEDLE

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

– Stitch (st)
– Half Double Crochet (hdc)
– Treble Crochet (tr)
– Slip Stitch (sl st)
– Chain (ch)

*CH 1, does not count as a st in this pattern. Unless stated otherwise, crochet into the very first st of the row.

 

BODY OF BAG

YELLOW:

Make a magic ring, ch 1. (or ch 4, sl st to join ring, ch 1)

  1. Make 10 hdc inside ring, sl st in first hdc to join round. Ch 1.
  2. Make 2 hdc in each st around. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <20 st>
  3. Make 1 hdc in the first st., 2 hdc in the next. Repeat for rest of the round. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <30 st>
  4. Make 1 hdc in first 2 st., 2 hdc in the next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <40 st>
  5. Make 1 hdc in first 3 st., 2 hdc in next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <50 st>
  6. Make 1 hdc in first 4 st., 2 hdc in next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <60 st>
  7. Make 1 hdc in first 5 st., 2 hdc in next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

 

Change Color to Purple

 

8-13. Make 1 hdc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

 

Change Color to Pink

14-19. Make 1 hdc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

 

Change Color to Yellow

20-25. Make 1 hdc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first hdc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

  1. Make 1 sl st in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sl to join round, ch 3. <70 st>
  2. Make 2 tr in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first tr to join round. <140 st>

 

Fasten off, weave in ends.

 

For strap: Ch. 45.

Starting in 3rd st from hook, make 1 hdc in each st. across. <42 st>

Fasten off. Using a yarn needle and yellow yarn. Attach each side of strap to bag.

Weave in ends.

 

And that’s it, guys! I hope you enjoyed this pattern. Please tag me in your photos on instagram or hashtag #homesweetsimpson.

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Crochet Christmas Gifts that People Actually Want 2021

Finally, temperatures start to fall and with that comes a nice, holly jolly, feeling. The holiday season is upon us! Now is the perfect time to start thinking about Christmas gifts for this year (maybe even a little late for some).

Crochet items are perfect gifts for all of your loved ones. Not only are they cute/useful, but they show your loved ones that you care for them so much that you would spent x amount of time working on that gift for them.

Over the years, I’ve gifted hundreds of crochet items to my friends and family. It took a little trial and error to figure out how to make gifts that people actually will like and I’ve figured out that while the item itself is important, how you personalize that item is what really MAKES the gift.

Some gift personalization examples are: colors, patterns and styles. If someone is in to neutral colors and minimalist designs, a neon colored hat would probably never be worn by that person. That same type of hat might be that persons most-worn item if had earthy colors, instead.

If you know that someone’s home is a farmhouse design style, you could make a throw, pillow, or coasters that really capture and add to that style. Or if someone is obsessed with a certain design like chevron, or if they love a character like Minnie Mouse, you can take that and make any plain item into one personalized just for them.

Really knowing the person that you are gifting to will help you create the best gift possible. Even if you don’t know the person well, or if you just can’t quite decide their preferred style, you can create some items that are suited to a broad range of individuals. Basic items that everyone uses or needs, in colors that flow with anything. White is always my go-to because it works with everything.

Now that you have a general idea of how to make a gift more personal to someone, let’s narrow it down and talk about specific items to crochet for Christmas gifts this year that people will want and actually use, too.

 

The images in this post are a combination of my own and my original patterns and some patterns are other’s in which their patterns are also linked.

Warm Items

Warm items to wear are the most appreciated items, especially in December. They don’t have to be boring either.

1. Hats

Matching mommy & me hats. Character/themed hats. Football team hats.

2. scarves 

Regular scarves with tassels. Infinity scarves. Scarves with pockets. Cowls.

Foundation Scarf Crochet Pattern | Beginner Friendly

3. shawls

Pocket shawls, oversized or poncho.

4. Ear Warmers

Match hats and ear warmers for the whole family. 

Wild West Ear Warmer Headband Crochet Pattern

5. gloves/mittens

Pair with hats, scarves or ear warmers for a set!

6. sweaters

I love a good sweater, and I love them even more when I make my son a matching one!

6. Blankets

Everyone loves a good blanket. Make a decorative throw to match someone’s home décor, a warm bed blanket, or a baby blanket for the little ones. This is typically the most time consuming item.

Baby Items

Don’t we just love to make the baby items? They work up quickly and turn out oh so cute.

7. Car seat blankets

Regular blankets to match the nursery, and also to cover the car seat or stroller.  A holiday themed blanket would be so cute for a baby’s first Christmas!

8. rattles and toys

I made these for little family members recently and they were a hit. I ordered a big pack of rattle inserts from amazon last year and I’ve made so many with them! 

9. Baby clothes

There are endless clothing items that you could make for a baby but a cute sweater or cardigan would be a great Christmas gift!

10. baby shoes

They’re always so cute. Make a pair of baby Uggs, call them Bugs. (That’s a good one and you know it.)

Decorative Items

11. Pillows 

Holiday decorative pillow, themed pillow, or a pretty bed pillow.

12. tea towels

Jewelry and Hair Accessories 

You may not immediately think of jewelry when thinking about crochet items but they definitely are worth trying out!

13. Earrings

These are my favorite earrings, I wear them all of the time. My grandmother’s birthday is a day before mine and last year I made us a matching set!

14. Bracelets and anklets

15. Hair scarf

Hair Scarf Crochet Pattern | Beginner Friendly

16. scrunchies

I have quite a few pals who will get a few this year. But lets be honest, I made more for myself.

Bags

17. drawstring bAG

This was my most-sold item this summer, and for good reason. They are useful and cute. They can be made extremely girly or masculine. The colors are completely up to the individual, as well as the flap cover.

Drawstring Bag with Flap Cover | Crochet Pattern – Advanced Beginner

18. Purses

I know a few people who would love a good over the shoulder bag!

19. makeup/travel toiletry bags

20. glasses case

I would love to see your creations so please tag Home Sweet Simpson on Instagram and Facebook. Until next time, stay safe and happy crocheting!

 

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Foundation Scarf Crochet Pattern | Beginner Friendly

Crochet Scarf Pattern

This scarf is a winter-fashion staple. It works up quickly, this one took less than 2 hours for me. It can be made in any color, or made to be wider/longer as there is no set rule for # of chains or rows. Only 2 stitches are used in the entire project and the rows repeat exactly the same. I’m sure you will love this piece so let’s dive right in to it.

You can continue with the pattern below, or you can download the ad-free, printable pattern here.

If you do not know the stitches used in this pattern, check out the how-to blog post here.

 

Foundation Scarf Crochet Pattern- Beginner Friendly Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

Stitch (st)

Chain (ch)

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Treble Crochet (tr)

Materials Needed:

Worsted Weight #4 Yarn

4.5 mm Crochet Hook

Yarn Needle

Scissors

*Note- scarf can be made as a regular scarf or as an infinity scarf. An infinity scarf can be made in 2 ways: 1. Join to first chain after last foundation chain. 2. Sew ends together after scarf is finished. I’m choosing to sew my ends together after my scarf is finished to complete my infinity scarf. If you choose to join ends of foundation chain, you just need to slip stich to join after each row.

Let’s Begin!

1.Ch 203 *(see notes)

2.Starting in in fourth ch from hook, make 1 tr in each st across <200 st>

3.Ch 1, starting in first st, make 1 hdc in each st across. <200 st>

4.Ch 3, starting in first st, make 1 tr in each st across. <200 st>

5. Repeat #3-4 2 more times.

6. Fasten off, if you need to join ends to make infinity scarf: lay ends right side facing each other, and whip stitch together. Weave in ends.

 

That’s it! Please let me know if you loved this pattern by tagging me in your photos on instagram or using #homesweetsimpson.

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Wild West Ear Warmer Headband Crochet Pattern

In dreaming of cooler weather, I decided to make a few winter accessories today. I didn’t think I would love this ear warmer headband THIS much but I am obsessed! I’m excited to share this pattern with all of you because it’s a quick and simple project that I know you will love.

The stitches uses in this project are simple to do, even though I had to remix the traditional bean stitch and kind of combine it with a puff stitch to get the look I was going for. No worries though, it’s very simple and I explain in the pattern below just how to do it.

 

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Otherwise, let’s dive right into the pattern!

 

Wild West Ear Warmer Headband

 

Abbreviations/Stitches Used-

Chain (ch)

Stitch (st)

Modified Bean Stitch (mbs)

Single Crochet (sc)

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

 

*Modified Bean Stitch: (Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop- 3 times <7 loops on hook>, Yarn over, pull through first 6 loops on hook <2 loops on hook>, Yarn over, pull through last 2 loops.)

 

Materials Needed:

  • Worsted Weight #4 yarn in 4 colors- small amount of each color. (You may use any colors but mine were: cream, light brown, red, and baby blue for the first one and cream, light brown, burgundy, and lavender for the second.)
  • Scissors
  • Yarn Needle
  • 5 mm crochet hook

 

 

 

Pattern:

 

*Color Cream

 

  1. Ch 68
  2. Starting in third ch from hook, make hdc in each st across <66>

 

 

*Switch Color to Light Brown

 

  1. Ch 1. Starting in first st from hook, sc in each st across <66>

 

Switch color to Baby Blue

 

  1. Ch 3. Starting in first st from hook, make a mbs in each st across <66>

 

Switch color to Light Brown

 

  1. Repeat row #3

 

Switch color to Cream

 

  1. Ch 2, Repeat row #2

 

Switch Color to Light Brown

 

  1. Repeat row #3

 

Switch Color to Red

 

  1. Repeat row #4

 

Switch color to Light Brown

 

  1. Repeat row #3

Switch color to Cream

 

  1. Ch 2, Repeat row #2.

 

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Lay both end pieces beside each other overlapping in the middle. Fold one side over the back and the other side over the front making a “c” with both sides. Pictured below.

 

Using a piece of yarn and your yarn needle, stitch them together.

Tie off and weave in any ends and turn your work so that your seam is to the inside.

 

And you’re done!

 

Please tag @homesweetsimpson on instagram or use the #homesweetsimpson hashtag so that I can see your finished products!

Until next time, stay safe and stay happy. Xo, Hannah!

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Drawstring Bag with Flap Cover | Crochet Pattern – Advanced Beginner

I first made one of these drawstring bags many years ago. I think I was about 13 and at that point, every project I made, I was just making up as I went. I’ve made so many of these bags ever since for baby shower gifts, birthday presents and personal use. The other day, I found that old pattern that was written down on the back of a coloring page while I was cleaning out old folders. This pattern is the exact pattern I wrote at 13, the only difference is the added flap on the front.

This project is simple to make. It’s rated advanced beginner because we are working in the round which is tricky for someone just starting out. If you’re new to working in the round, no worries. Check out this post to figure out how to do it!

Completely new to crochet? Learn the basics in the Beginner’s Guide to Crochet.

Learn to do all of the stitches used in this pattern here.

You can get the ad-free, printable pattern here.

Let’s Get Started!

Drawstring Bag with Flap Cover- Crochet
Pattern | Advanced Beginner

Materials needed:

-WORSTED WEIGHT #4 YARN IN 3 COLORS (LESS THAN ONE SKEIN IN
EACH COLOR). COLORS USED IN THIS PROJECT: YELLOW, WHITE, AND
BLUE.
– 4MM CROCHET HOOK
– SCISSORS
– YARN NEEDLE
– BUTTON
– NEEDLE/THREAD TO SEW BUTTON ON

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

– Stitch (st)
– Single Crochet (sc)
– Double Crochet (dc)
– Half Double Crochet (hdc)
– Treble Crochet (tr)
– Slip Stitch (sl st)
– Chain (ch)

*CH 1, does not count as a st in this pattern. Unless stated otherwise, crochet into the very first st of the row.

BODY OF BAG

YELLOW:

Make a magic ring, ch 1. (or ch 4, sl st to join ring, ch 1)

1. Make 10 sc inside ring, sl st in first sc to join round. Ch 1.

2. Make 2 sc in each st around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <20 st>

3. Make 1 sc in the first st., 2 sc in the next. Repeat for rest of the round. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <30 st>

4. Make 1 sc in first 2 st., 2 sc in the next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <40 st>

5. Make 1 sc in first 3 st., 2 sc in next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <50 st>

6. Make 1 sc in first 4 st., 2 sc in next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <60 st>

7. Make 1 sc in first 5 st., 2 sc in next. Repeat for rest of round. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

8-16. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO WHITE

17-19. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO BLUE

20-26. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO WHITE

27-29. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO YELLOW

30-36. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO WHITE

37-39. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO BLUE

40. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

41. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 4. <70 st>

42. Make 1 tr in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first tr to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

43-44. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

CHANGE COLOR TO WHITE

45-46. Make 1 sc in each st. all the way around. Sl st in first sc to join round, ch 1. <70 st>

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

.

FOR STRAPS

Yellow:
Ch. 152

1. Beginning in 3rd ch from hook, make 1 hdc in each st.

Fasten off/weave in ends.

Repeat for next strap.

To attach straps:

Decide which side of the bag that you want to be the front. Lay bag with front side facing you. Take one strap and weave it in and out of treble crochet stitches from right to left on the front and back of bag. Both ends of the strap should be coming out of the left side of the bag. Repeat the opposite way with the next strap. Pull both sides of the straps and bag should pull closed.

Using a yarn needle and yellow yarn:

Take both ends of the strap on each side and attach them to the left and right
corners of the bottom yellow row of the bag.

FOR FLAP COVER:

Yellow
Ch 11
1. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, make 1 sc into first 9 st.
Make 3 sc in next st.
Make 1 sc in next 9 st along back of ch. Ch 1, turn

2. Make 1 sc in first 10 st.
Make 3 sc in next st.
Make 1 sc in last 10 st.
Ch 1, turn.

3. Make 1 sc in first 11 st.
Make 3 sc in next st.
Make 1 sc in last 11 st.
Ch 1, turn.

CHANGE COLOR TO WHITE

5. Make 1 sc in first 13 st.
Make 3 sc in next st.
Make 1 sc in last 13 st.
Ch 1, turn.

6. Make 1 sc in first 14 st.
Make 3 sc in next st.
Make 1 sc in last 14 st.
Ch 1, turn.

CHANGE COLOR TO BLUE

7. Make 1 sc in first 15 st.
Make 3 sc in next st.
Make 1 sc in last 15 st. Ch 1, turn.

8. Make 1 sc in first 16 st.
Ch 4. Skip next st.
Make 1 sc in last 16 st. Ch 1, turn.

9. Make 1 sc in the first 16 st. Make 7 sc inside of ch.
Make 1 sc in last 16 st. Ch 1, turn.

Shell stitch border row:
10. Make 3 dc in first st.
Skip next st.
Sl st in the next st.

Repeat pattern as follows for the rest of the row:
– Skip 1 st.
– Make 5 dc in next st.
– Skip next st.
– Sl st in next st.
*Your last st of row should be sl st.

Fasten off leaving a long tail to attach flap to bag. Attach flap to back of bag by using a yarn needle or by using your hook and sc. Make sure to face the wrong side of flap up when stitching so that the seam is to the inside of bag.

Weave in any ends.

Lay your flap over and decide where to place your button. Using a large
button and a sewing needle with embroidery thread or regular sewing thread,
sew on button securely to the front of bag.