How to Crochet Granny Frog And Mushroom Bag (Tutorial for Beginners)

Learn how to crochet the kid’s favorite and super cute crochet Granny Frog And Mushroom Bag with a step-by-step tutorial for beginners. This bag is spacious and has much room for all of your little one’s school and personal essentials. It is perfect for practicing crocheting squares and joining them seamlessly.

The complete video guide for crocheting this frog and mushroom bag will be available at the end of this post which is very beginner-friendly. Read more below for learning everything this about this unique and beautiful storage option.

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Skills Used: Essential skills include slip knot formation, chain stitch (ch), single crochet (sc), and the invisible join technique for seamless finishing. Additionally, precision in stitch counting and pattern repetition are required. The assembly process using a tapestry needle for joining squares and creating durable seams is needed

Guide Span: 18 Minutes Only

Personalization Tips: Try appliqués of various other characters to make your bag unique. The size of the bag can also be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the number of granny squares used. Lining the bag with fabric patterns that reflect your style and adding closures like zippers or magnetic buttons can make the bag both secure and stylish.

Granny Frog And Mushroom Bag Tutorial

The Crochet Granny Frog and Mushroom Bag is a fun and whimsical accessory that is sure to be a cherished gift. The tutor has made it in several parts so that crocheting process may become even easier. Here is a quick overview of this crochet this guide:

Starting with the Granny Square: Begins with a slipknot and creates 13 chain stitches. Works on 12 single crochet stitches across the chain. The square is built row by row with single crochet stitches, maintaining consistency across each row.
Forming the Base Structure: Crochets 12 rows to form the granny square base. Adds a border using single crochet stitches around the edges, ensuring even stitches at each corner.
Invisible Join Technique: Demonstrates invisible join for a seamless finish. Excess yarn is neatly tucked into the stitches for a clean look.
Granny Square Assembly: Assembles 12 granny squares to form the bag. Aligns and joins squares using a tapestry needle and whipstitch method.

Creating the Bag Sides and Handle: Crochets a side panel with a repetitive single crochet pattern spanning 160 rows. Adds a border stitch around the side panels for durability.
Joining the Panels Together: Attach the side panels to the granny square base using single crochet stitches. Ensures alignment and strength while joining each section.
Final Assembly and Finish: Attaches the bag handle securely. Adds optional features like lining, magnetic buttons, or zippers for enhanced functionality.
Mushroom and Frog Decoration: Instructions for adding mushroom and frog appliqués are deferred to a follow-up video.
Final Touches: The completed bag is showcased with an even finish and sturdy structure.

Abbreviations

Following are the abbreviations that the tutor uses for crocheting this Granny Frog And Mushroom:

ch (Chain Stitch): Yarn over, pull through loop on hook.
sc (Single Crochet): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through stitch, yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.
sl st (Slip Stitch): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through stitch and the loop on hook.
rnd (Round): Work in a continuous spiral or joined circle, as instructed.
st (Stitch): The single unit of crocheting, formed by pulling yarn through loops.