Beginner-Friendly Crochet Granny Square Bag for Ladies

With a detailed step-by-step guide, learn how to crochet a granny square bag using three yarn colors: frosty green, white, and medium purple. The tutorial explains how to crochet granny squares with 10 rows, join them seamlessly, and add straps using half-double crochets. The tutorial also covers techniques like the magic ring, color changes, and hiding loose ends, making it beginner-friendly. With clear instructions, you can complete this stylish and functional DIY bag in just one day!

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Materials Needed

• Yarn:
  • Three different colors: frosty green, white, and medium purple
  • Source: Jo-Ann’s, Walmart, and other stores
  • Medium weight
• Hook:
  • Size: 5 millimeter
• Scissors:
  • For cutting yarn.

Crochet Granny Squares

• Design:
  • 11 inches by 11 inches.
  • Create three squares of the exact same size.
  • Adjust the rows to make the bag smaller or bigger.

Starting With the Magic Ring

• Steps for Magic Ring:
  • Lay the end of the yarn over two fingers and pinch with the thumb.
  • Wrap around, cross under the thumb, and pinch again.
  • Rotate fingers and hold in place.
  • Insert the hook under the first loop, pull through the second loop and twist.
  • Pull up and grab the yarn to create the magic ring.

First Row: Cluster Formation

• Creating Clusters:
  • Chain three, counting as the first double crochet.
  • Yarn over, insert hook into the magic ring, yarn over again and pull through.
  • Repeat for double and triple clusters.
  • Pull the string to close the magic ring circle.
• Chain Spaces:
  • Chain two for the separation of clusters.
  • Complete four clusters in the first row.
• Finishing First Row:
  • Chain two and slip stitch into the top of the initial chain three.
  • Chain one, cut yarn, and weave in the ends if changing colors.

Second Row: Adding New Color

• Steps for Second Row:
  • Use a slip knot to add new color yarn.
  • Work on the back of first row in chain spaces.
  • Insert hook, pull through, and chain three.
  • Create clusters in corner spaces separated by a chain two.
  • Chain spaces increase for every subsequent row.
• Joining Ends:
  • Chain two and slip stitch into the top of initial chain three.
  • Chain one, cut yarn and weave in the ends like previous rows.

Subsequent Rows

• Pattern Continuation:
  • Add new color and work on the back side.
  • Repeat process of chaining three, creating clusters, and chaining one.
  • Put clusters in the openings of previous row.
• Increasing Rows:
  • Continue until desired number of rows.
  • The example uses 10 rows.

Assembling the Bag

• Combining Granny Squares:
  • Fold squares in half.
  • Align and stitch together along the seams, starting with two pieces.
  • Work in the back loops only for a seamless look.
• Step-by-Step Stitching:
  • Insert hook into the corner stitch, align with yarn running parallel.
  • Slip stitch through back loops of aligned squares.
  • Repeat stitching method for remaining square.
• Finishing Square Assembly:
  • Chain one, cut yarn and pull through.

Adding Straps

• Strap Formation:
  • Choose desired color for straps.
  • Work in the top corner section of each side of the bag.
  • Insert hook, add new yarn and chain two.
• Half Double Crochets:
  • Perform half double crochets in stitches along the edge.
  • Insert hook in the back loops for straps.
  • Continue pattern until desired length.
• Attaching Straps:
  • Align corner piece and insert hook.
  • Slip stitch through back loops to combine strap with the bag.
  • Chain one, cut yarn and pull through.

Final Touches

• Hiding Loose Ends:
  • Sew in all loose ends securely.
• Optional Addition:
  • Add decorative elements like a bow if desired.

Conclusion

• Outcome:
  • The completed bag can fit small accessories such as a makeup bag.
• Encouragement:
  • Easy and quick project, completed within a day.

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