This beautiful crochet handbag is made with love from soft, durable T-shirt yarn, making it both stylish and eco-friendly. The thick yarn creates a chunky texture that stands out, and its sturdy handle means you can carry all your essentials without worry.
Crochet Handbag Made Of T-shirt Yarn
Its simplicity is its charm, proving that sometimes less really is more. Whether you're out for a casual stroll or meeting friends, this handbag adds a touch of handmade beauty to any outfit. It's not just a bag; it's a statement of creativity and sustainable fashion.
Materials Needed:
- 2 skeins of Knitting yarn ALTYN (or similar), each skein should be about 100m/330-350g, 7-9 mm thickness
- Crochet hooks: size 6 for the main body and size 4 for finishing
- Magnetic briefcase lock (1 piece)
- Rings 25 mm (2 pieces)
- Carabiners for strap, 20 mm hole size (2 pieces)
- All materials can be purchased at Wildberries or Kaspi store
Pattern Instructions:
Bag Bottom:
Starting the Chain: Start with a long yarn tail (about 50 cm). Create a slipknot and cast on 15 chain loops.
- Row 1: Skip the first loop. Insert the hook into the next loop and make single crochets (sc) until the end of the row (total 13 sc). In the last loop, make an increase by crocheting 3 sc in the same loop.
- Return Side: Turn to crochet on the other side of the chain. Start in the last loop of the chain from the first side, make 3 sc in the same loop, and then proceed with 12 sc. Close the row with a chain loop on the wrong side.
Bag Body:
Row 2: Start with the marked increase. Crochet 13 sc, taking into account the first loop (insert the hook into the middle of the V loop). Increase 2 sc in 1, repeat this 3 times, then 13 sc, and repeat the increase sequence on the other side. Close the circle with 38 stitches total.
- Row 3: Continue as established increasing and alternating between increases and sc as per established pattern (details match the size of the bag 22 cm x 7 cm). On closing, alter the stitch to divide the loop half from the front side, crochet continuing with the first loop of the next row.
Walls:
- Following Rows: Continue to crochet 15 rows of 50 stitches each using sc. After 15 rows, you have completed to the height needed (approximately 18 cm). Finish by hiding the yarn tail inside the bag's last row of stitches.
Flap:
- Starting the Flap: Leave a short tip and cast on 19 chain stitches.
- Flap Rows: Follow the "bun" pattern as detailed — insert the hook into designated stitches, pulling loops through at established counts, repeating the pattern across.
Final Steps:
- Attach the Magnetic Lock and Around Flap: Crochet around the flap per pattern specs, 1 chain loop, crochet 3 sc opposite each petal pattern repeat, closing each row properly.
- Strap: Create a chain of 101 loops, crochet 100 slip stitches (ss) across each row until the strap measures the desired length (110 cm). Attach carabiners to both ends.
- Assembly: Attach rings to the bag, then attach strap. Install the magnetic lock on the bag's flap.
Closing:
Finish off all loose ends, ensuring everything is secure.
Conclusion:
This cross-body bag features a distinctive "bun" pattern that adds texture and detail. Make sure to hide all yarn tails and ensure all additions like the lock and carabiners are securely attached. This stylish and functional accessory is now ready to wear or give as a gift!
