"Crochet a poppy purse to remember your California vacation, or make a red poppy mini bag for your favorite veteran. This pattern works up quickly in worsted weight yarn and measures approximately 5.5" (excluding handle). This pattern is the first in my California series (hopefully to be an ebook next year). Materials required: Worsted weight yarn - 1.5 oz. yellow, 1 oz green, few yards light yellow Crochet hook size G Yarn needle Nylon cord or purchased handle Skill level: Easy"
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Easy How To Crochet A Bag Step By Step
If you have ever wanted a handmade bag that looks complicated but is actually approachable, this easy crochet bag is the project to try. This step-by-step design turns plush yarn and simple stitches into a sculptural botanical tote with raised leaf details and a sturdy arched handle. It is especially useful for craft fairs because shoppers notice texture immediately, while the construction is simple enough to make in repeatable batches. Beginners can work slowly through each round, use stitch markers, and build confidence without juggling many separate pieces. The finished bag also makes a thoughtful gift, market sample, or cozy everyday accessory. The leaf-inspired texture gives it a boutique look, but the pattern relies on familiar US crochet stitches and counted rounds. If you are searching for how to crochet a bag step by step, this pattern gives you a practical, beginner-friendly roadmap from the foundation to the final handle.
Clarissa Date Bag
The Clarissa Date Bag is a lovely bag to take on date night, to a church meeting, birthday party, or any other special occasions. The Clarissa Date Bag works up quickly with single crochet and single crochet back loop stitches. The bag measures approximately 10 1/2 wide x 12 high (excluding handles) and is crocheted with worsted weight 4 yarn and an H / 5 mm hook. I purchased the 6' black handles at Joann Fabrics.
Stingray Purse or Pal
This cute crochet stingray is a perfect gift project to make for kids of any age!
From the blogger: "After making the Pocket Full of Sunshine and the Pocket Full of Rainbows purses, my daughter (who quickly took them over) requested a stingray purse. Immediately I thought, 'That's a fun idea!' As soon as I finished the purse base, she wanted to have it. She didn't even want to wait for the handle to be added. After our photo shoot with the purse, she requested I remove the handle. This made me think 'This could easily be a cute stuffed animal too!'
Crochet Purse
"I created this cute crochet mini purse with medium worsted yarn and G hook. You can always make this bigger by increasing on the chain count and larger hook. Crochet this purse as a mini purse or larger size. This crochet purse is so wonderful for gifts or for yourself. This cute adorable crochet purse is a great way to look fashionable and carry all your items. I love how this pattern turned out and it will make a nice beach bag too. "
Rainbow Purse and Pouch Free Crochet Pattern
"Make either a mini kiss clasp coin purse, or a drawstring pouch, with this free Rainbow Purse and Pouch crochet pattern! The finished coin purse or pouch measures approximately 2.5” high by 3” wide, with an opening of 2” in diameter. I have used Drops Paris and Rico Essential Cotton Aran/Worsted weight yarn, with a 4.5mm hook. You can use any Aran/Worsted weight yarn, but I would recommend using cotton for sturdiness and durability. Exact gauge isn't too important. Just keep your stitches compact to avoid large gaps in your finished purse."
