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Bag -pouch Crochet Pattern

Bag -pouch Crochet Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Bag -pouch Crochet Pattern

This detailed pattern teaches you how to crochet a compact bag-pouch from cord with step-by-step instructions and photos. You will create two bottom panels, join them, build upright walls with increases, and finish with an I-cord drawstring, handle and tassel. The pattern uses single crochet construction and simple finishing techniques for a polished, wearable result.

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Designed for medium skill level, the pattern includes exact stitch counts, measurements, and hardware placement notes. Follow along for a durable, elegant bag with a neat lining and professional details.

Why You'll Love This Bag -pouch Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple cord into a structured, stylish bag that feels luxurious yet handmade. I enjoy how the I-cord and twisted handle give the bag a refined finish while staying approachable to crochet. The step-by-step photos and clear instructions make assembly satisfying and the hardware details add a professional touch I am proud of. I hope you feel the same delight when you see your finished bag come together.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this bag to suit your style — try different cord colors or a striped effect by alternating two cords every few rows.

If you want a chunkier, more slouchy bag I often switch to a thicker cord and a larger hook; conversely, use thinner cord for a delicate mini pouch perfect for keychains.

I sometimes replace the metal hardware with black matte rings for a modern minimal look or brass for a vintage feel — just make sure the openings fit the cord thickness.

For a softer handle, you can crochet a padded handle by folding a short piece of fabric inside and crocheting around it to hide the seam; it gives extra comfort when carrying heavy items.

I like adding inner pockets to the lining for phone or keys; cut a small fabric pocket and stitch it into the lining before sewing the lining in place for neat organization.

Want a different closure? Add a magnetic snap or zipper to the top edge in place of the I-cord drawstring for a more secure bag — follow the lining placement steps and install the hardware before final sewing.

I often embellish the front with a small crocheted motif or an embroidered monogram to personalize gifts; use contrast yarn and secure firmly before blocking and assembly.

Change the tassel style by using uneven lengths or adding metallic thread for shimmer; you can also make a leather tassel for a mixed-material look that complements metallic hardware.

To vary the size, change the number of foundation chains for the bottom panel and adjust subsequent row counts proportionally; test a small sample to check gauge before committing to a full bag.

I recommend trying different stitch textures for the walls (for example HDC ribbing) if you want more structure or a decorative stitch pattern — just maintain your stitch counts around corners and increases.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not tightening the working loops when crocheting single crochet can result in holes along the edge; pull the working loop to the level of the hook and tighten the loop on the hook to close gaps. ✗ Forgetting to count rows and loops on the bottom panels leads to mismatched edges when joining; count stitches after each row and follow the exact 25 rows guidance to ensure both bottoms match. ✗ Skipping the recommended length for the I-cord or handle will change bag proportions; measure the required lengths (shoulder strap about 39 inches, handle about 16 inches) and make adjustments before finishing tips. ✗ Inserting hardware without securing screws can loosen over time; tighten screws with a small Phillips screwdriver and fix with a drop of superglue or clear nail polish for safety and durability. ✗ Overstuffing the bag lining or not straightening the I-cord before final placement causes uneven edges; straighten and slightly pull the I-cord so the edge lies in even waves before tying and finishing.

Bag -pouch Crochet Pattern

Make a chic, structured pouch-style bag using 3 mm cord and simple single crochet techniques. This pattern guides you step-by-step through the bottom panels, walls, I-cord strap, handle, tassel and final assembly so you can create a professional-looking bag at home. Perfect for gifting or for adding a handmade staple to your accessory collection. Clear photos and practical finishing tips are included to help you every stitch of the way.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Bag -pouch Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Any cord (cotton, polyester, t-shirt) 3 mm, approximately 330 yards / 300 m total (used: polyester cord, navy blue)
  • 02
    Polyester cord navy blue 3 mm - main colour for bag and accessories (approximate 300 m)
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    Additional short lengths of cord for tassel pieces (cut into 16 inch / 40 cm pieces)
  • 04
    Small extra cord for wrapping tassel and finishing knots

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size N4 = 4 mm
  • 02
    2 semi-rings (D-rings)
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    1 snap hook
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    2 holders for handle
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    2 snap hook rings
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    2 tips (end-pieces) for I-cord
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    4 legs (bag feet)
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    Lighter (if crocheting with polyester cord)
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    Scissors
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    4 stitch markers
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    Small Phillips screwdriver
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    Yarn needle for sewing the lining and weaving ends
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    Superglue or colorless nail polish to fix screws

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— Materials and Tools :

Infos :

Any cord (cotton, polyester, t-shirt) 3 mm, 330 yards/300 m (used polyester cord, navy blue). Hook N4 = 4 mm. 2 semi-rings (D-rings). 1 snap hook. 2 holders for handle. 2 snap hook rings. 2 tips (end-pieces). 4 legs (bag feet). Lighter (if crochet with polyester cord). Scissors. 4 markers. Small Phillips screwdriver. Small Phillips screwdriver and superglue or colorless nail polish to fix screws.

— Finished Size and Gauge :

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Finished bag from the specified materials: length - 9 1/2 inches (24 cm), width - 4 inches (10 cm), height - 10 1/2 inches (27 cm). Handle - 16 inches (40 cm), shoulder strap - 39 inches (1 m). Gauge: 8-10 stitches and 8-10 row = 4*4 inches (10*10 cm).

— Abbreviation :

Infos :

MR - magic ring (circle). CH - chain stitch. SlSt - slip stitch. SC - single crochet. Inc - increase (2 SC in 1). Dec - decrease (2 SC together).

— Crochet the bottom(*2) :

Round 1 :

Crochet 11 CH.

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Attention: when crochet SC, pull the working loop to the level of the hook. Then tighten loop on the hook. Then the canvas will be without holes.

Round 2 :

1 row. 10 SC with the 2nd loop from the hook, CH. Turn.

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Insert the hook trough the last SC. Over hook the end of the thread and pull it. Crochet in the end of the thread in the next row.

Round 3 :

2 row. 10 SC, CH. Turn.

Round 4 :

3 row. 10 SC, CH. Turn.

Round 5 :

4 row. 10 SC, CH. Turn.

Round 6-24 :

5-24 rows. 10 SC, CH. Turn.

Round 25 :

25 row. 10 SC, cut the thread, pull in the loop. Hide the end on the wrong side, process it with fire. Hide the end of beginning of the bottom. Process with fire.

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Similarly, crochet the 2nd bottom.

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Insert legs on one of the bottoms. Count 2 SC and 2 row from the corners. Insert the screw between the legs of the SC. Tighten with your fingers, then tighten with a small Phillips screwdriver.

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Fold the bottoms with the wrong sides to each other, legs facing you. Counting 4 rows on the left, insert the hook.

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Leave the end of the thread 78 inches (2 m) long. With the end of this thread we will close this one, and all the subsequent rows.

Round 26 :

Pull the loop, crochet CH. Crochet 19 SC in the each row. Next, crochet 3 SC in 1 on the corner of the bottom, 8 SC, 3 SC in 1, 23 SC, 3 SC in 1, 8 SC, 3 SC in 1, 3 SC.

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Crochet last SC with the end of the thread. Pull the end in the loop, insert hook under 1st loop, pull the thread, tighten back in the last loop. There are 74 loops in this row now.

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Steam the bottom with iron trough the damp cloth, if you crochet with cotton cord.

— Crochet the walls :

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Count 7 loops along the long side from the corners, place markers in the 8th loop. We will make the increases in these places and in the corners of the bottom.

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Insert the hook in the last loop of the previous row on the back loop and jumper only.

Round 1 :

Pull the loop, crochet CH. Next, crochet this row on the back loop and jumper only. 1 row. SC, Inc, 11 SC, Inc, 5 SC, Inc, SC, Inc, 8 SC, Inc, SC, Inc, 5 SC, Inc, 11 SC, Inc, 5 SC, Inc, SC, Inc, 8 SC, Inc, SC, Inc, 3 SC.

Info :

Crochet last SC with the end of the thread. Pull the end in the loop, insert hook under 1st loop, pull the thread, tighten back in the last loop. There are 86 loops in this row now.

Round 2 :

2 row. Insert the hook under the last loop of the previous row. Pull the loop, crochet CH.

Round 2 continued :

Dec, CH, Dec, CH, repeat to the end of the row.

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Skip the last SC of the previous row. Crochet last CH with the end of the thread. Pull the end in the loop, insert hook under 1st loop, pull the thread, tighten back in the last loop. There are 85 loops in this and all subsequent rows.

Round 3-26 :

3 - 26 row. Insert the hook under the last loop of the previous row. Pull the loop, crochet CH. Dec, CH, Dec, CH, repeat to the end of the row. Crochet last CH with the end of the thread. Pull the end in the loop, insert hook under 1st loop, pull the thread, tighten back in the last loop.

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Crochet the base trim. Insert the hook under the last loop of the previous row. Pull the loop. Crochet SlSt in the each loop of the previous row. Cut and pull the end. Insert the hook under 1st SlSt of the row, pull the end, tighten back in the last loop. Tie a knot on the wrong side. Strengthen, hide the ends and process with fire.

— Crochet the I-cord :

Round 1 :

Crochet 2 CH.

Round 2 :

Pull the loop in the 2nd loop of the hook. There are 2 loops on the hook now.

Round 3 :

Hold the the loops with the fingers and pull the hook out of the 2nd loop. Pull the loop, insert the hook into the 2nd loop, and pull another loop. There are 2 loops on the hook now.

Info :

Repeat the steps, until the cord is of the required length, about 39 inches (1 m).

Round last :

Last row crochet with SlSt. Pull the end of the thread, strengthen, hide and process with fire.

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Put the tips on the ends of the I-cord.

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To do this, push the ends of the I-cord inside the tips. Gently push with a screwdriver. When the ends of the I-cord completely fill the space, tighten the screws.

— Crochet the handle :

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Twist the thread clockwise. The end of the thread with front in.

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Pull the loop trough the semi-ring.

Round 1 :

Crochet CH.

Round 2 :

1 row. Crochet 3 SC trough the semi-ring. Crochet in the end of the thread, CH. Turn.

Round 3 :

2 row. Crochet 3 SC on the back loop only, turn, crochet 3 SC on the front loop only. Pull the end in the middle, strengthen and process with fire. Next, crochet in a spiral.

Round 4 :

3 row. 6 SC on the left leg SC only of the previous row.

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After the 3rd row, the left leg SC will be visible parallel to the handle section.

Round 5 :

4 row. 6 SC on the left leg SC only of the previous row.

Round 6 :

5 row, and all subsequent rows: 6 SC on the left leg SC only of the previous row. Crochet to the required length of the handle, about 16 inches (40 cm).

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Connect the edges of the handle.

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Crochet 3 SC through the 2nd semi-rind with handle. Cut the thread, pull in the last loop, strengthen and hide the end.

— Crochet the shoulder strap :

Round 1 :

Make MR. Pull the loop, crochet CH.

Round 2 :

1 row. 6 SC in MR, tighten the ring. Next, crochet in a spiral.

Round 3 :

2 row. 6 SC. Strengthen the end of the thread and process with fire.

Round 4 :

3 row. 6 SC on the left leg SC only of the previous row.

Round 5 :

After the 3rd row, the left leg SC will be visible parallel to the handle section.

Round 6 :

4 row, and all subsequent rows: 6 SC on the left leg SC only of the previous row. Crochet to the required length of the shoulder strap, about 39 inches (1 m).

Round final :

Crochet 3 Dec, SlSt. Cut the end of the thread, strengthen and process with fire.

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Put the holders of the handle. Insert the ends into the holders and gently push inward with scissors. Make sure that the scissors do not break the cord. Tighten the bolts with a small Phillips screwdriver.

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Fix all the screws with a drop of superglue or colorless nail polish.

— Make the tassel :

Round 1 :

Cut the pieces of cord 16 inches (40 cm) long.

Round 2 :

Intercept with a longer cord in the middle. Put a snap hook on the cord, tie a knot. Wrap the bundle with a long cord several times.

Round 3 :

Tie the ends, hide them under the turns. Spread the tassel with hands, cut off the ends exactly. Process with fire.

— Assembly :

Step 1 :

Count from the top of the bag 5 rows. In the 6th row, insert the I-cord. Leave 8 SC in the middle between the ends.

Step 2 :

Insert one of the ends of the I-cord. Then skip 4-5 SC, tighten the cord with a snake. Get to the other side. Straighten the I-cord. Pull up slightly so that the edge lies beautifully in waves. Tie the ends.

Step 3 :

Put a snap hook rings on top of the side parts of the bag. Put on the shoulder strap, then the handle. We hang the tassel on one side.

Step 4 :

Cut the lining to fit the bag. Insert it inside, straighten it with our hands and sewing it on top with hidden stitches.

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Congratulations! Your gorgeous bag is ready.

Assembly Instructions

  • Count from the top of the bag 5 rows and insert the I-cord in the 6th row, leaving 8 SC in the middle between the ends for symmetry.
  • Insert one end of the I-cord, skip 4-5 SC and tension the cord so it forms an even snake-like line to the opposite side, then tie the ends securely.
  • Attach snap hook rings to the top side parts of the bag and connect the shoulder strap and handle to these rings; hang the tassel on one side for decoration.
  • Cut the lining to fit the interior of the bag, insert it, smooth with your hands and sew it in place along the top edge using hidden stitches for a neat finish.
  • Secure all hardware screws with a small Phillips screwdriver and fix them with a drop of superglue or clear nail polish to prevent loosening.
  • Trim and heat-seal any exposed cord ends (process with fire) and hide ends under stitches or inside hardware tips for a professional finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a lighter or heat source carefully to process polyester cord ends; hide ends on the wrong side before sealing and work in a well-ventilated area.
  • 💡Place stitch markers where instructed (for increases and corner points) to ensure correct counts and neat shaping of the walls.
  • 💡When joining the two bottom pieces, leave a long working tail (about 78 inches/2 m) to crochet the walls seamlessly without switching yarns mid-join.
  • 💡If crocheting with cotton cord, steam the bottom through a damp cloth to even and flatten the piece before finishing and attaching hardware.

This stylish cord bag pattern guides you from two simple panel pieces to a finished, lined purse with hardware and a tassel accent. It combines clean single crochet stitchwork with smart finishing techniques to create a lovely everyday bag. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures approximately 9 1/2 inches (24 cm) long, 4 inches (10 cm) wide and 10 1/2 inches (27 cm) tall using the specified 3 mm cord and 4 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights or cords for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different cord types but this will change the final size and structure; adjust hook size accordingly and test gauge so the bag keeps its shape.

What tools and hardware do I need to finish the bag?

You will need D-rings, a snap hook, snap hook rings, handle holders, end tips for the I-cord, bag feet, a small Phillips screwdriver and optionally superglue or clear nail polish to secure screws.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience, complexity of finishing and time spent on lining and hardware placement.