Floral Motif Granny Square Crochet Bag Pattern.
This pattern creates a medium-sized bag with a unique construction: a base of floral motifs surrounded by granny square rounds, forming individual squares, which are then joined together. The top of the bag is worked in rounds of double crochet, and crocheted handles are attached. The pattern uses a combination of textured stitches and color changes.
Skill Level: This pattern is best suited for an intermediate crocheter due to the combination of techniques and construction steps. The required skills are:
- Magic Ring (MR)
- Chain (ch)
- Slip stitch (sl st)
- Double crochet (dc) – The pattern uses UK terminology. This is a US single crochet.
- Half treble crochet (htr) – UK terminology. This is a US half double crochet.
- Treble crochet (tr) – UK terminology. This is a US double crochet.
- Increase (inc) – Working multiple stitches in one stitch.
- Working in the front loop only (FLO)
- Working in the back loop only (BLO)
- Working in the round
- Joining rounds with a slip stitch
- Changing colors
- Joining squares (slip stitching)
- Sewing (attaching handles)
- Creating petals
Sizing: Measures approximately 30.5cm (12 inches) x 25cm (9.8 inches), excluding handles.
Materials:
- Yarn: Cygnet Cotton DK (or similar DK weight yarn)
- Yarn A – Vanilla Cream (2156): 200g
- Yarn B – Frosty Blue (5033): 50g
- Yarn C – Peach Sorbet (6724): 50g
- Yarn D – Blush (3275): 50g
- Yarn E – Pistachio (6849): 50g
- Hook: 4mm crochet hook
- Other:
- Needle (for weaving in ends and sewing)
Key Features:
- Floral Motifs: The center of each square features a textured floral design.
- Granny Square Construction: The floral motifs are surrounded by granny square rounds, creating a unique look.
- Color Changes: Uses five different colors for a vibrant design.
- Textured Stitches: Uses front loop only (FLO) and back loop only (BLO) stitches to create texture.
- Detailed Instructions: Provides round-by-round and row-by-row instructions.
- UK Terminology: The pattern uses UK crochet terms. This is very important to note.
- Diagram included for joining.