Crochet Granny Square Drawstring Bag
Oh, the Crochet Granny Square Drawstring Bag is a charming little creation! With its intricate design and cozy appeal, this bag is perfect for holding your essentials while adding a touch of handmade charm to your outfit. The granny square pattern gives it a vintage and homey feel, making it a delightful accessory for any day out. Whether you're running errands or meeting friends for coffee, this drawstring bag is sure to bring a smile to your face with its unique and crafty flair. So go ahead, grab your yarn and hook, and crochet up your very own Granny Square Drawstring Bag to carry a piece of handmade warmth wherever you go!
Materials Needed
- Yarn – Loopara 5ply combed cotton
- Hook – 3.0mm
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
Step By Step Tutorial
How to Crochet Daisy Granny Squares (Make 2)
- R1 (center): Magic ring, ch 3, 16 dc in ring, sl. Fasten off, weave in ends.
- R2 (petals): Ch, (2 sc, ch 7, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook) 8 times, sl.
- R3: Sl, ch, (sc, sc, hdc, 2 dc, dc inc, 3 dc in 1 st, 3 dc in 1 st, dc inc, 2 dc, hdc, sc) 8 times, sl. Fasten off, weave in ends.
- R4 (granny square): (Working in back of sc from r3 bpsc , ch 5) 8 times, sl.
- R5: Sl, (ch 3, 2 dc, ch), 3 dc in 1 st, ch, [(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch)] 3 times, (3 dc), hdc.
- R6: (Ch 3, 2 dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch) twice, [(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch) twice] 3 times,(3 dc), hdc.
- R7: (Ch 3, dc joining petal, dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch) 3 times, [(dc, dc joining petal, dc, ch 2, dc, dc joining petal, dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch) 3 times] 3 times, (dc, dc joining petal, dc), hdc.
- R8: (Ch 3, 2 dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch), 3 dc in 1 st, dc joining petal, (3 dc in 1 st, ch) twice, [(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch), (3 dc in 1 st, ch), 3 dc in 1 st, dc joining petal, (3 dc in 1 st, ch) twice] 3 times, (3 dc), hdc.
- R9: Ch 3, dc, 23 dc, [(2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc), 23 dc] 3 times, 2 dc, ch 3, sl. Fasten off, weave in ends.
How to Crochet a Ball (Make 2)
- R1: Magic ring, ch, 6 sc in ring, sl, ch.
- R2: 6 sc inc, sl, ch.
- R3: 12 sc, sl, ch.
- R4: 12 sc, sl, ch.
- R5: 6 sc2tog, sl, fasten off (do not close opening).
How to Crochet a Drawstring (Make 2)
- Make 120 double braid needle: Make a slip knot on your hook, hold the working yarn in front, yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook. Continue wrapping and pulling through, repeat until you reach the desired height.
Bag Body Assembly
- First, use stitch markers to mark the seaming positions.
- Pick up all stitches on one side of the flower panel. Crochet one slip stitch. Don't pull the thread too tight when seaming to maintain the bag's shape.
- Pick up all stitches on the other side of the flower panel. Crochet one slip stitch.
- Continue seaming, matching stitches on both sides.
- Seam only three sides, leaving the top of the bag open.
- Once three sides are seamed, crochet 2 rounds of treble crochet at the bag opening, matching stitches.
- Crochet the bag opening edge, matching stitches. Work (single crochet, chain 3) pattern. Repeat to the end.
Drawstring Assembly
- Thread one drawstring cord through the second to last row of double crochet stitches on the bag body. Skip every two posts as you weave.
- Take the other drawstring cord and thread it in the opposite direction. Weave through the same row, skipping two posts at a time.
- Thread one end of each cord through the loop at the other end. Tie a knot to secure. Stitch over the knot several times to prevent unraveling.
- When closing the round opening of the bag, incorporate the drawstring cords. Pull tight to close.
Notes
Crochet Tips:
Before starting your daisy granny square, make sure your magic ring is tight.
Keep consistent tension for even petals, and count your stitches carefully when creating the flower center for a perfect daisy shape.
Make sure your magic ring is tight at the beginning to avoid any holes in the center of your base.
Assembly Tips:
When joining your granny squares, use stitch markers to align them perfectly. Work your seams with consistent tension for a neat finish and professional-looking bag.