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Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern

Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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

About This Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a structured round bag using raffia yarn, complete with rigilene boning and a sewn fabric lining. Step-by-step photos and instructions guide you through forming the base, creating the side wall, and finishing with hardware and a strap. The finished bag measures about 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter and has a neat, professional finish.

Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Designed for beginners, this pattern uses basic crochet stitches and simple assembly techniques. The instructions include tips for working with raffia, preparing rigilene boning, and finishing details for a polished bag.

Why You'll Love This Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple raffia yarn into a stylish, structured accessory that looks boutique-made. I enjoy the satisfying process of creating the flat, decorative circle base and then transforming it into a three-dimensional bag with rigilene boning. The combination of crochet and sewn lining gives a professional finish that I am proud to gift or sell. I also love sharing practical tips for working with raffia, like steaming and straightening, because they make a big difference in the final look.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this round bag by changing yarn color and strap style.

I often substitute a contrasting color for the shell rounds to create a decorative rim effect.

Want a larger bag? I increase the rounds before adding the rigilene boning and use more boning length to keep the shape.

For a smaller, keychain-sized version I use thinner raffia and a smaller hook while keeping the same increase sequence proportionally.

I like to make my own straps using the I-cord method in the video link, or alternatively attach a leather strap for a different look and durability.

I add embroidered details or a small tassel to the edge for personality and seasonal variations.

If I want a softer bag, I skip the rigilene in the side and add interfacing to the lining instead for light structure.

I sometimes replace the printed fabric lining with a bright patterned cotton to make the interior pop when opened.

I recommend experimenting with metal hardware finishes — brass, antique, or silver — to match your personal style.

I also try combining raffia with a thin cord yarn for a textured, two-tone look that feels unique and handmade.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not straightening the raffia before crocheting leads to uneven texture and difficulty stitching; always straighten or steam your raffia yarn before starting and work with a neat strand. ✗ Failing to secure the rigilene boning with glue will let it unravel or shift inside the casing; wind the raffia tightly and fix the boning every 1 inch with PVA glue. ✗ Skipping the steam-and-shape steps can leave the circle wavy and uneven; steam the circle and side part with an iron and shape with your hands until flat. ✗ Cutting the lining too large or not tucking the edge causes fit issues when sewing; cut the lining to the same diameter, tuck the edge 3-5 mm and sew neatly before attaching to the base.

Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern

Make a beautiful round crochet bag using raffia yarn with clear step-by-step instructions. This pattern guides you through creating the round base, adding rigilene boning for structure, sewing a fabric lining, and assembling the finished bag. Youll learn simple decorative stitches and finishing techniques to create a sturdy, stylish accessory. Perfect for gifting or making a custom statement piece for your wardrobe.

Beginner Friendly 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Round bag with raffia yarn Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Raffia yarn (for example, Ispie) 1 skein, approximately 250 meters
  • 02
    Rigiline boning 5-6 mm, approximately 60 inches (1 1/2 meters) - used for both base and side perimeter
  • 03
    Lining fabric: 2 circles, diameter 6 5/8 inches (17 cm) each
  • 04
    Leather or faux leather valve with button (for closure)
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    Shoulder strap 39-47 inches (100-120 cm) with 2 snap hooks (can be pre-made or crocheted)
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    2 snap hook rings, 20 mm

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size N3 - 3.0 mm
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    Rigiline boning 5-6 mm
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    PVA glue
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    Sewing needle and thread
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    Scissors
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    Iron (for steaming and shaping)
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    Pins (for holding lining)
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    Sewing machine (optional) for lining
  • 09
    Snap hook rings and snap/button hardware
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    Yarn needle for weaving ends

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— Base (circle) :

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Crochet the chain with 3 CH.

Round 1 :

1 row. Crochet 15 DC in the 3rd loop from the hook. Crochet SlSt in the 1st DC. Crochet ECS: pull out the loop on 19/32 inches (1 1/2 cm), scroll the hook towards yourselves, holding the loop on the hook with your finger. Pull the hook under the 1st DC, pull out the loop. There are 2 loops on the hook now. Crochet 2 loops. Or crochet 3 CH. ECS there is the 1st DC of the row.

Round 2 :

2 row. 1Inc*15 = 30, SlSt, ECS. Pull the end through all the stitches of the 1st row from the wrong side. Tighten, strengthen, hide and cut the end of the thread.

Round 3 :

3 row. (1 DC, 1Inc)*15 = 45, SlSt, ECS.

Round 4 :

4 row. (2 DC, 1Inc)*15 = 60, SlSt. ECS with 2 yarn over (imitation TRC, or 4 CH).

Round 5 :

5 row. CH, begin crochet the TRC. Pull the hook on the 2 jumpers of the ECS after the 1st yarn over, then yarn over again, then skip the stitch of the previous row, pull the hook trough the next loop of the previous row, crochet the 1st yarn over, crochet the loop with jumpers, crochet the 2nd yarn over and crochet the last 2 loops.

Round 5 :

Crochet the next element: TRC, in the same loop, where the previous TRC was crocheted. Crochet the yarn over. Make the yarn over, skip the stitch of the previous row. Crochet the yarn over. Crochet 2 loops, crochet the yarn over, crochet 2 loops. CH, DC in the middle of the element. Repeat to the end of the row.

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There are 30 elements in this row. SlSt, ECS.

Round 6 :

6 row. (3 DC, 1 Inc)*21, 5 DC = 110. SlSt, CH.

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Steam the circle with an iron. Stretch the circle, shape with hands.

Preparing :

Preparing the rigilene boning. Take the segment of the rigilene boning, equal to the diameter of the circle + 1-2 inches (3-5cm). Cut in half lengthwise. Wind the straightened raffia yarn around the rigilene boning. Fix with PVA glue every 1 inches (2-3 cm).

Round 7 :

7 row. Crochet in the rigilene boning, (10 SC, 1Inc)*10 = 120. Strengthen the last row. The circle should be flat without waves.

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Steam the circle again. Cut the thread, pull out the end in the loop. Insert the hook under 1st loop, pull the end. Pull the end back. Strengthen the end on the wrong side.

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Diameter of the circle is about 7 inches (18 cm).

— Sewing and Finishing (base) :

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Sew on the valve. Sew on the valve so that the button is 1 3/4 inches (4 1/2 cm) above the edge of the circle. Strengthen the end and fix the seam with PVA glue.

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Sew in the lining. Cut out the circle from fabric of the same diameter. Tuck the edge by 3-5 mm, sew on a sewing machine or by hand.

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Sew the lining to the base by the edge, retreating 3-5 mm. Make a several securing stitches around the perimeter. Strengthen and hide the thread.

— Side part :

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Insert the hook on the back loop and jumper only. Crochet CH. Crochet in the end of the thread in this row.

Round 8 :

8 row. 120 SC on the back loop and jumper only. Bend the row at an angle of 90 degrees.

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Crochet CH: insert the hook under 1st SC, pull the loop. Take out the hook and insert the hook between the legs of the last SC. Pull the loop and crochet 2 loops together.

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Next, crochet the split single stitch. For that, we need to insert the hook between the legs of each stitch, to split the stitch from the face and from the wrong side.

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Recommendation: Pull the working loop to the level of the hook and to the right, so that the canvas will not twisted. Tighten the working loop after crocheting.

Round 9 :

9 row. 120 SC, CH.

Round 10 :

10 row. 120 SC, CH.

Round 11 :

11 row. 120 SC, CH.

Round 12 :

12 row. 120 SC, CH. Steam the side part of the bag with an iron.

Preparing :

Take the segment of the rigilene boning, equal to the perimeter of the side part + 1-2 inches (3-5cm). Cut in half lengthwise. Wind the straightened raffia yarn around rigilene boning. Fix with PVA glue every 1 inch (2-3 cm).

Round 13 :

13 row. Crochet in the rigilene boning. 120 SC. Tighten and straighten the rigilene boning around the perimeter. Steam the side part of the bag with an iron, again.

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Pull the loop under 1st SC, pull out on the wrong side under last SC. Crochet the base trim SlSt in the each loops. Cut the end. Pull the end under 1st SlSt, pull back on the wrong side. Strengthen and hide the end.

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Steam the side part of the bag with an iron again. Then, shape with hands. Similarly, crochet the second part of the bag.

— Assembly :

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Join the 2 parts of the bag with the edges. Leave 5 1/2 inches (14 cm) from the valve. Insert the hook in the loops of the previous row of both parts of the bag. Pull out the loop. Again, insert the hook in the loops of the previous row of both parts of the bag. Pull out the next loop, crochet SlSt. Crochet in the end of the thread. Each time, insert the hook, first in one part, then in the other. Crochet SlSt, leave 5 1/2 inches (14 cm) on the other side of the valve. Strengthen and hide the end of the thread on the wrong side.

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Sew in the lower part of the valve. Strengthen the end of the thread and fix with PVA glue.

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Insert the snap hook rings in the places where the connecting seam ends.

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Fasten the shoulder strap to the snap hook rings. Link to the video, how to crochet the I-cord: https://youtu.be/035NbnktLtU

Assembly Instructions

  • Join the two circular base parts to the side part by inserting the hook into the loops of the previous row of both parts and crocheting SlSt across, leaving 5 1/2 inches (14 cm) free for the valve opening, then strengthen and hide the thread on the wrong side.
  • Sew the lower part of the valve in place so the button sits 1 3/4 inches (4 1/2 cm) above the edge of the circle, then strengthen the seam and fix with PVA glue.
  • Sew the fabric lining into each circular base: cut two lining circles of the same diameter, tuck the edge 3-5 mm and sew the lining to the base by the edge, making several securing stitches around the perimeter.
  • Insert the snap hook rings into the places where the connecting seam ends and fasten the shoulder strap to the snap hook rings securely.
  • Wind and fix rigilene boning inside the base and side perimeter before crocheting the rigilene row to ensure a flat, sturdy shape, securing the boning with PVA glue every 1 inch.

Important Notes

  • 💡Straighten or steam raffia yarn before crocheting to remove kinks and make stitches even for a clean fabric.
  • 💡Secure rigilene boning by winding raffia around it and fixing with PVA glue every 1 inch to prevent unraveling or movement.
  • 💡Steam and shape the circle and side parts with an iron as instructed to ensure a flat, professional-looking base and side.
  • 💡Tuck the lining edge 3-5 mm and sew carefully to avoid bulk around the seam and ensure the lining sits flat within the base.

This round raffia bag pattern helps you make a boutique-quality accessory with simple stitches and clever finishing techniques. The combination of crochet and rigilene boning creates a sturdy, chic silhouette thats perfect for everyday use or gifting. Follow the photos and tips to shape, steam, and finish the bag for a polished result. 🧶✨😊

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures about 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter and about 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) in width when using the recommended raffia and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can substitute other raffia-type yarns, but the finished size and structure will change; match the hook size to the yarn and remember rigilene and lining adjustments may be needed.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is beginner friendly and uses basic stitches like DC, SC and CH, but familiarity with tension control and simple increases will help achieve the correct shape.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters complete this project in 5-7 hours depending on experience and whether they make their own strap or use pre-made hardware.

How do I prepare the rigilene boning?

Cut the rigilene to the required length, slice it lengthwise, then wind straightened raffia around it and fix with PVA glue every 1 inch (2-3 cm) before crocheting it into the piece.