Crochet Cylinder Clutch Bag: A Perfect Blend of Style and Practicality

The crochet cylinder clutch bag is the perfect accessory to add a touch of charm and style to any outfit. Its unique shape and intricate crochet design make it both elegant and eye-catching. This versatile bag can effortlessly take you from a casual day out to a fancy evening event. With just enough room to fit your essentials like phone, keys, and lipstick, it strikes the perfect balance between practicality and sophistication.

The Finished Bag Dimensions

The finished bag measures about 8" long.

Materials and Yarns Used

• Red Heart Kids Beach
• Red Heart Bonbon Print
• Bright Pink
• White
• 2 1" Buttons

Hooks Used

• G Hook
• F Hook

Instructions to Make the Bag

To make the bag with a G Hook, create two pieces for each side to make it sturdier.

Row 1: Ch2, 6sc in the 2nd st from the hook.

Row 2: 2sc in each st - 12sts.

Row 3: 1sc, 2sc in the next st - 18sts.

Row 4: 1sc in 2, 2sts in the next st - 24sts.

Row 5: 1sc in 3, 2sc in next st - 30sts.

Row 6: 1sc in 4, 2sc in next st - 36sts.

Row 7: 1sc in 5, 2sc in next st - 42sts.

Row 8: 1sc in 6, 2sc in next st - 48sts.

When both pieces are done, work 1sc through both to join.

Row 9: 1sc in the FLO in each st, join & ch1 - 48sts.

Row 10: 1sc in each st, join & ch1 - 48sts.

Rows 11-14: Repeat row 10.

Creating the Opening

Row 15: Work 1sc in each st, do not join, ch1 & turn.

Repeat row 15 until it measures about 6.5 inches.

Join the two sides together with a slip stitch, ch1, and work 1sc in each st around. Repeat rows 11-14 and FO.

Once the bag is complete, sew the other side in place to seal it up.

Note: I meant to put the Bright Pink side on the outside of the bag, but I forgot and by the time I noticed, I was too far into it to change.

Instructions to Make the Flap

With a G Hook, attach yarn to one side of the opening (as shown in the photo below) with a sl st and ch1.

Row 1: Work 1sc across one side of the opening, ch1 & turn.

Row 2: Dec1sc, work 1sc in each st across, decreasing the last 2sts, ch1 & turn.

Repeat row 2 until there are 4sts total.

Making the Button Hole

Ch5, work 1sl st in the last st, ch1 and work 1sc in each ch and FO.

With the same color or a contrasting color, work 1sc around the flap.

Instructions to Make the Handle

Using a G or F Hook, start with:

Row 1: Ch2, work 4sc in the 2nd st from the hook.

Row 2: 2sc in each st - 8sts.

Row 3: 1sc in each st - 8sts.

For the handle on the White Bag, repeat row 3 until it measures about 11 or 12 inches, lightly stuffing it as you work.

For the handle on the Blue & Pink Bag, repeat row 3 until it measures about 6 or 7 inches.