Crafting Unique Crochet Drawstring Bags and Backpacks

Introduction to Crochet Drawstring Bags and Backpacks

Crochet drawstring bags and backpacks are not only practical but also a fun and creative way to express your personal style. With endless possibilities for colors, patterns, and designs, you can easily customize these accessories to match your unique taste.

Whether you're looking to create a cute mini drawstring bag for your essentials or a spacious backpack for your adventures, crochet offers a versatile and charming option. The beauty of these handmade pieces lies in the love and effort put into each stitch, making them not just accessories, but also meaningful items that you can cherish for a long time. So, grab your hooks, pick your favorite yarn, and let your imagination run wild as you craft your own crochet drawstring bags and backpacks that reflect your personality and creativity!

Materials Needed

K Hook
Stitches Used: sc, hdc, X st, sl st
Yarn Type: WW yarn - 2 strings held together throughout pattern

Important Notes

NOTE 1: ch 1 does NOT count as a stitch. Always work 1 sc in ch 1 space as the 1st stitch.

NOTE 2: You can do this pattern without changing colors; I just listed the changes to show you where to make the changes if desired.

Color A Pattern

Rows 1 to 17

Row 1: ch 4, join to form ring, ch 1, 8 sc in ring, join (8 sts)
Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join (16 sts)
Row 3: ch 1, *1 sc in next st, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (24 sts)
Row 4: ch 1, *1 sc in next 2 sts, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (32 sts)
Row 5: ch 1, *1 sc in next 3 sts, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (40 sts)
Row 6: ch 1, *1 sc in next 4 sts, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (48 sts)
Row 7: ch 1, *1 sc in next 5 sts, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (56 sts)
Row 8: ch 1, *1 sc in next 6 sts, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (64 sts)
Row 9: ch 1, *1 sc in next 7 sts, *2 sc in next st, *Repeat around (72 sts)
Row 10: ch 1, *1 sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st *Repeat around (80 sts)
Row 11-17: ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, join (80 sts)

Color B Pattern

Rows 18 to 22

Row 18: ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, join
Row 19: ch 2, skip first st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 hdc in st just skipped (X st completed) *Repeat around, join
Row 20: Repeat row 18
Row 21: Repeat row 19
Row 22: Repeat row 18

Returning to Color A

Rows 23 to 33

Row 23-28: Repeat row 17
Row 29: ch 1, *1 sc in next 2 sts, ch 2, skip 2 sts, 1 sc in next 2 sts, *Repeat around, join
Row 30: ch 1, *1 sc in each st, 2 sc in ch 2 space, *Repeat around
Row 31-32: ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, join
Row 33: ch 1, [sl st, ch 1] in each st around, join & fasten off

Finishing Touches: Choosing the Right Cords

NOTE: Two options for finishing cords. As you can see from the photo, I made backpacks; however, my next one I'm using the purse cords instead.

Backpack Cord

ch 170, sl st in each st, finish off with a long tail. With the front facing you, weave through the opening on row 30 to center back on both sides. Now, take both ends down to the beginning of row 18, slip one end through to the wrong side, now do the same with the other end, making sure to have maybe 2 or 3 sts in between the 2 cords. Secure firmly together inside the backpack and tuck in tails.

Purse Tie Cords

Make 2. ch 130 leaving long cords. Weave 1 cord through the opening on row 18 and attach ends together. Weave the 2nd cord opposite of the first cord, attach ends together. Gently pull both cords opposite of each other and tie into a lovely bow at the top of the bag, or slip both cords over your shoulder to use as a "BIG" purse.