Crochet Stylish and Functional Drawstring Bag

Looking to add a touch of homemade charm to your everyday accessory collection? Look no further than the Crochet Stylish and Functional Drawstring Bag! This trendy yet practical bag combines functionality with style, making it the perfect companion for storing your essentials on-the-go. With its unique crocheted design and convenient drawstring closure, this bag is not only fashionable but also versatile. Whether you use it for a day out shopping or a casual coffee date, this bag is sure to make a statement while keeping your belongings safe. So why settle for ordinary when you can carry a piece of handmade sophistication wherever you go?

Materials and Preparation

To crochet a Tulips Drawstring Bag, you'll need the following materials:

Abbreviations and Notes

Before starting, familiarize yourself with these crochet abbreviations:

Pattern Notes

Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the start of each round to keep track. Color changes are indicated in the pattern; ensure to weave in ends as you go to avoid tangling.

Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes

Special Techniques

Tulip stitch: This stitch combines multiple stitches in a sequence to create the appearance of tulips. Detailed instructions for the tulip stitch are provided in the pattern. No gauge swatch is needed for accessories, but achieving the correct gauge ensures a better fit.

Step-by-Step Pattern

Base

Foundation Chain: CH 41.

Round 1: SC in the 2nd CH from hook and in each chain across. (40 SC)

Round 2: CH 1, turn, SC in each ST across. (40 SC)

Rounds 3-5: Repeat Round 2.

Body:

Round 1: CH 1, SC in each ST across. Join with SS to the first SC. (40 SC)

Round 2: CH 1, SC in each ST around. (40 SC)

Round 3: Start tulip pattern:

Tulip Stitch: (SC, HDC, 3 DC in next ST, HDC, SC) in the next ST, SC in next ST

Pattern: SC in next ST, tulip stitch in next ST, SC in next ST around.

Rounds 4-5: Repeat Round 3.

Rounds 6-10: Continue alternating between SC rounds and tulip pattern rounds.

Drawstring Holes:

Round 11: CH 3 (counts as DC), DC in each ST around. Fasten off.

Top Edge:

Round 1: Attach yarn at the top edge, CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SS. (40 SC)

Rounds 2-4: CH 1, SC in each ST around. (40 SC)

Finishing:

Drawstring Casing

Using SC, join yarn with SS, CH 1, SC around the top in BLO (Back Loop Only).

Weave in all ends using a yarn needle.

Thread the drawstring cord or ribbon through the DC spaces at the top edge of the bag.