Crochet Lily of the Valley Flower Shoulder Bag

Introduction

The Crochet Lily of the Valley Flower Shoulder Bag is an adorable and whimsical accessory that is perfect for adding a touch of charm to any outfit. This unique bag features delicate crochet lily of the valley flowers that give it a sweet and feminine touch. With its lightweight design and comfortable shoulder strap, it is not only stylish but also practical for carrying your essentials with you wherever you go.

Materials

• 5ply milk cotton yarn
• 2.5mm/4mm Hook

Bag Body

Start: Work with two strands of yarn and a 4mm hook, make a slip knot (do not count as a stitch). Chain 41.

Row Instructions

Row 1: Find the second chain from the hook, work one single crochet and then continue with one single crochet in each space for a total of 38 single crochets. In the last stitch of this side, work three single crochets.

Continue: Proceed to the other side of the chain by working one single crochet in each space for another 38 stitches. At the last stitch, do two single crochet increases. Slip stitch to the first space to close this round.

Repeating Rows

Rows 2-36: Chain one (not counted as a stitch) and do one single crochet in each space for every round, totaling 82 single crochets per round. Close each round with a slip stitch and start the next one with a chain one.

Final Row

Row 37: Start with a chain one, then work reverse single crochet in each space to create a different pattern for the last round, totaling 82 reverse single crochets.

Finishing: Cut the yarn and secure it, hiding the tail to finish the bag’s body.

Bag Straps (Make Two)

Working with Four Strands: Take four strands of yarn from one ball and start with a slip knot. Chain two.

Strap Pattern

Work in the half side stitch of the second chain (make it loose) with a single crochet. Continue with this pattern, working a single crochet in each horizontal stitch, till you achieve the desired length for the straps.

Ending Straps: Once you reach the desired length, chain one, cut off three strands and leave one strand for sewing later.

Flower (Make as Many as Desired)

Start: Use a double knot or magic ring and chain one (not counted as a stitch).

Flower Rounds

Round 1: Work six single crochets into the circle. Close the circle by pulling tight and slip stitch to the first space.

Round 2: Work an increase in every stitch (two single crochets in one stitch), for a total of 12 stitches.

Round 3: One single crochet in the first space, then an increase in the next space. Repeat six times for 18 stitches.

Rounds 4-6: One single crochet in each space.

Round 7: One single crochet in the first stitch, then an invisible decrease (working through the half side stitch of each single crochet).

Round 8 (Petals): Start with one single crochet, half double crochet, and then a double crochet all in one stitch. In the next stitch, work a double crochet, half double crochet, and then a single crochet to complete one petal. Repeat this to make six petals.

Flower Stem and Leaves

Stem: With two strands of yarn and a 4mm hook, start with a slip knot and chain four.

Leaves (Make Two): With one strand of yarn and a 2.5mm hook, chain 25. Work a single crochet in the second chain from the hook, followed by a specific sequence of stitches increasing in height, ultimately working a picot stitch at the leaf’s tip.

Final Assembly

Sew straps and attach flowers and leaves to the bag body.