How to Crochet Ocean Shoulder Bag Tutorial
With a step-by-step tutorial, learn how to crochet a beautiful summer ocean shoulder bag with a wave pattern. Using gradient yarn inspired by sea and sunset hues, the bag is 29 cm wide, perfect for holding essentials like an iPad or book. The tutorial covers the base, body, and strap, along with tips for securely sewing the pieces.
It even includes instructions for adding a decorative seashell accessory. Clear guidance makes it beginner-friendly, with patterns repeated for easy learning. So, follow through with us for the complete tutorial.
Introduction
- The tutorial walks you through creating a shoulder bag with a wave pattern, perfect for summer use.
- The bag is 29 cm wide, large enough to hold essentials like an iPad, book, or phone.
- To prevent smaller items from slipping through the holes in the pattern, a cloth lining can be added inside.
- Gradient bag yarn is used for this project, featuring sea and sunset-inspired colors with a shiny finish.
- Required tools: 4 mm hook, scissors, yarn needle, and stitch markers.
Step 1: Crocheting the Base
- The tutorial starts by creating the rectangular base of the bag using double crochet stitches.
- The base features 90 stitches in total and is evenly structured with 40 stitches per side and 5 stitches on each end.
- Stitch markers are used to keep track of the starting and ending points.
Step 2: Crocheting the Body of the Bag
Round 1
- The first round begins with single crochet stitches and introduces the wave pattern using chain stitches and skips.
- The pattern alternates between single crochets and chain spaces to form the wave design.
Round 2
- For the second round, the tutorial transitions into working double crochet stitches within the larger chain spaces.
- This layer enhances the wave effect by alternating single and double crochet patterns.
Round 3
- The third round repeats the foundational wave pattern while maintaining the rhythm with chain stitches and skips.
- Stitch markers continue to be used to keep track of starting and ending points.
Subsequent Rounds
- Rounds 4 through 9 repeat a combination of the previous patterns.
- The yarn color transitions smoothly during multiple rounds, reflecting the gradient effect.
Step 3: Creating the Strap
- The strap is made by crocheting rows of double crochet stitches to achieve thickness and durability.
- A total of 24 rows are completed for the strap, leaving an excess length of yarn to sew it onto the bag later.
- The strap can remain flat and wide for a modern design or be folded and sewn for a narrower option.
Step 4: Final Assembly
- The bag strap is attached to the top edges of the bag using careful sewing techniques and secured with knots.
- Loose yarn ends are hidden to maintain a clean, polished look.
Optional: Seashell Accessory
- The small seashell accessory is crocheted using layered rows of double, half-double, and single crochet stitches.
- Two crocheted pieces are sewn together with a pearl cotton filling in the middle.
- A keyring or other decorative attachment can be added to the shell for extra charm.
