Crochet Cross-Body Bag With Strap

Looking for a stylish accessory to carry your essentials with ease and flair? The Crochet Cross-Body Bag With Strap is a must-have for your collection! This versatile bag combines practicality and trendiness, perfect for a day out or a casual evening. The intricate crochet design gives it a unique charm, while the adjustable strap ensures comfort and convenience. Whether you're running errands or meeting friends for coffee, this bag adds a fun and chic touch to your outfit. Grab your essentials, sling it over your shoulder, and you're ready to take on the day in style!

• 4mm crochet hook
• Blue yarn
• White yarn
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (or contrasting yarn as markers)
• Two small metal rings
• Two wooden beads (optional)

Begin with a magic ring.

Work 7 single crochets (sc) into the ring.

Pull the tail to close the ring tightly.

Slip stitch into the first sc to join the round.

Round 2: Chain 1. Make 2 sc in each stitch around. Total stitches: 14

Round 3: Chain 1. 1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around. Total stitches: 21

Round 4: Chain 1. 1 sc, 1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around. Total stitches: 28

Round 5: Chain 1. 3 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around. Total stitches: 35

Round 6: Chain 1. 2 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 2 sc; repeat around. Total stitches: 42

Round 7: Chain 1. 5 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around. Total stitches: 49

Round 8: Chain 1. 3 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 3 sc; repeat around. Total stitches: 56

Round 9: Chain 1. 7 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around. Total stitches: 63

Round 10: Chain 1. 4 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 4 sc; repeat around. Total stitches: 70

Round 11: Chain 1. 9 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat around. Total stitches: 77

Round 12: Chain 1. 5 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 5 sc; repeat around. Total stitches: 84

Divide the 84 stitches into 6 equal sections of 14 stitches each.

Use stitch markers to separate each section.

Each section will form one panel of the bag.

Working Each Panel

Begin with one 14-stitch section.

Row 1: Slip stitch into the first stitch. Make 13 half double crochets (hdc) across the section.

Rows 2 to 29: Chain 1 and turn. Slip stitch into the first stitch. Work 13 hdc across. Repeat for a total of 29 rows per panel.

Repeat for All Panels: Work the same process for each of the 6 marked sections. Alternate colors (blue and white) if desired.

Align and sew the edges of each rectangular panel together using a yarn needle.

Alternate colors for visual appeal if following the original design.

Creating the Drawstring: Braid strands of blue and white yarn to desired length.

Inserting the Drawstring: Use a yarn needle to weave the braided string through the top edge of the bag. Insert into every other stitch space around the perimeter.

Optional Beads: Thread a wooden bead onto each end of the string. Knot below each bead to secure.

Trim any excess yarn.

Braid a long strap using blue and white yarn.

Sew or tie a metal ring to each top corner of the bag.

Tie the ends of the braided strap securely to the rings.