Free Red Heart Granny Square Bag Crochet Project.
Red Heart Granny Square Bag (Spinrite Yarns)
This pattern creates a square bag made from 12 granny square motifs. The motifs are joined together using a “flat slip stitch join” that creates a visible, textured seam on the right side of the bag. A simple crocheted strap is attached. The pattern is designed to be used with a self-striping yarn (Red Heart Granny Square All in One) that automatically creates the color changes within each square.
Skill Level: The pattern is labeled “EASY”. The required skills are:
- Chain (ch)
- Slip stitch (sl st)
- Single crochet (sc) – The pattern uses US terminology.
- Double crochet (dc) – US terminology.
- Working in the round
- Joining rounds with a slip stitch
- Joining motifs with a flat slip stitch join (a specific technique)
- Following a diagram (for motif arrangement and joining)
- Forming a ring
Sizing: Approximately 43cm (about 16.9 inches) square, excluding the strap.
Materials:
- Yarn: Red Heart® Granny Square All in One™ (250 g; 381 m), color White-Citrus Twist – 1 ball. This yarn is specifically designed to create self-striping granny squares. Or 12 granny squares.
- Hook: 5.50 mm crochet hook
- Other: Yarn needle
Gauge: Motif = Approximately 15cm (about 5.9 inches) square.
Key Features:
- Self-Striping Yarn: The Red Heart Granny Square All in One yarn is designed to create the color changes within each motif automatically.
- Granny Square Construction: The bag is made from 12 individual granny square motifs.
- Flat Slip Stitch Join: Creates a visible, textured seam on the right side of the bag.
- Diagram-Based Assembly: Diagrams are used to show the arrangement and joining of the motifs.
- Simple Strap: The strap is made from simple rows of single crochet.
- US Terminology: Uses US crochet terms.