Crochet yourself this beautiful seamless beach bag that has been designed by Lucy from Crafting by Lucy.
Made with seamless crochet technique, the bag boasts a flawless finish and a soft, lightweight texture that makes it comfortable to carry.
The bag is adorned with cheerful, rainbow-hued stripes that pop against the neutral base colour, which creates a playful and festive look.
The combination of bold and bright colors adds a touch of excitement to your beach outfit, making you stand out in style. With lots of room inside and sturdy handles, this crochet beach bag is not only fashionable but also functional, therefore providing ample room for your sunscreen, towel, sunglasses, and other beach essentials.
As this is a guest post, Bella Coco Crochet is unable to answer any queries. If you have a question, please contact the designer directly and they will be happy to help you.
MATERIALS & TOOLS
- Hook: 5mm
- Yarn in the following colours:
- Yarn A – Yarn and Colours Epic Yarn 50g x 4 – Shade 002 Cream
- Yarn B – Yarn and Colours Epic Yarn 50g x 2 – Shade 037 Cotton Candy
- Yarn C – Yarn and Colours Epic Yarn 50g x 2 – Shade 074 Opaline Glass
- Yarn D – Yarn and Colours Epic Yarn 50g x 2 – Shade 052 Orchid
- Yarn E – Yarn and Colours Epic Yarn 50g x 2 – Shade 015 Mustard
pattern notes
- Written in UK terms
- This crochet bag is worked in 3 pieces, 1 main body and 2 bag handles. The body of the bag is worked in long rows which will be folded in half and seamed at the sides.
GAUGE & SIZE
- The body of your crochet bag once folded will measure approximately 35cm in length and 34cm in width.
- Each strap once attached to your bag should measure approximately 85cm in length and 7cm in width.
TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS
Chain (ch): Yarn over, pull through.
Half treble (htr) – Yarn over and insert your hook into the chain or stitch, yarn over and pull through (you will have three loops on the hook) yarn over and then pull through all three loops on the hook.
Double crochet (DC) – Insert your hook into the chain or stitch, yarn over and pull through (you will have two loops on the hook) yarn over and finally pull the yarn through both loops on the hook.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here.
SEAMLESS BEACH BAG PATTERN
- Using Yarn A begin with a 110 ch + 2 for turning.
- Row 1 – htr in the 2nd ch from your hook. Work a htr in each remaining st from your foundation chain. (110 sts)
Row 2 – 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 3 – 5 – Repeat row 2
Row 6 – Change to Yarn B, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 7 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn B
Row 8 – Change to Yarn C, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 9 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn C
Row 10 – Change to Yarn D, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 11– 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn D
Row 12 – Change to Yarn E, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 13 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn E
Row 14 – Change to Yarn A, 2ch, htr in each sts across (110sts)
Row 15-28 – 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
- 15 rows of Yarn A in cream (middle section of bag)
the next section
- Row 29 – Change to Yarn E, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 30 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn E
Row 31 – Change to Yarn D, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 32 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn D
Row 33 – Change to Yarn C, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 34 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn C
Row 35 – Change to Yarn B, 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts)
Row 36 – 2ch, htr in each st across in Yarn B
Row 37 – Change back to Yarn A, 2ch, htr in each st across (110sts)
Row 38 – 41 – 2ch, htr in each st across (110 sts) - Secure your last st but do not fasten off your yarn.
- Use two stitch markers to fold your work in half. Also, use your stitch markers to join the top of your edges together and then begin joining the sides of your bag.
- Starting from the bottom work 1 dc in each st along the side of your bag until you reach the top. Secure with a sl stitch then fasten off your work.
Repeat this on the opposite side of your bag by joining your yarn at the bottom of your bag and working along the second side edge with 1 dc in each stitch. Then, secure with a sl stitch and fasten off your work. Finally, sew in any loose ends and then the body of your bag is now complete.
pin for later
HANDLES: Make 2
Using the colour chart above starting with Yarn A begin with a foundation ch of 130 + 2 for turning.
- Row 1 – htr into the third ch from your hook, htr in the next 49 sts, 1dc in each of the next 30 sts, htr in the remaining 50 sts across to the end of your foundation ch (130 sts)
- Row 2 – Change to Yarn B, 2ch, 1 htr in each of the next 50 sts, 1dc in each of the next 30 sts, 1htr in each of the remaining sts to the end of the row (130 sts)
- Row 3 – 5 – Repeat Row 2
- Row 6 – Change to Yarn C, 2ch, 1 htr in each of the next 50 sts, 1dc in each of the next 30 sts, 1htr in each of the remaining sts to the end of the row (130 sts), htr in each st across (130 sts)
- Row 7 – 9 – Repeat Row 6
- Row 10 – Change to Yarn D, 2ch, 1 htr in each of the next 50 sts, 1dc in each of the next 30 sts, 1htr in each of the remaining sts to the end of the row (130 sts)
- Row 11 – 13 – Repeat Row 10
- Row 14 – Change to Yarn E, 2ch, 1 htr in each of the next 50 sts, 1dc in each of the next 30 sts, 1htr in each of the remaining sts to the end of the row (130 sts)
- Row 15 – 17 – Repeat Row 14
- Secure your work and fasten off. You have now completed your first handle.
attaching your handles
Use your stitch markers to secure your handles to the body of your bag ensuring you line up each colour of your stripes. Leave at least 2cm of the handle on the inside of your work to ensure the colours line up perfectly.
Cut a length of yarn in each colour approximately 12cm and sew through each relevant colour secure with knot on the inside of the bag. You can then secure your straps using the relevant colour by sewing the handles on.
Ensure your handles are lined up correctly on each side of the bag.
Finally, sew in all your loose ends once complete. Your crochet bag is now complete and ready to take to the beach this summer!
Enjoy!
crochet bags
If you love crochet tote bags why not check out these crochet bags available on the blog.
I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet
14 Comments
Margaret Davies
July 9, 2020 at 7:39 amBeautiful pattern thank you
BellaCocoTeam
July 9, 2020 at 8:20 amYou’re very welcome 🙂
Dawn
July 14, 2020 at 9:59 pmIn rows 7 and 9, it says to repeat a row tha5 hasn’t even been completed yet. Confusing.
Victoria Patel
July 12, 2021 at 12:05 pmIs there a video tutorial?
BellaCocoTeam
July 12, 2021 at 7:33 pmHi Victoria as this was a guest post there isn’t a tutorial 🙂
Elaine Edwards
August 15, 2021 at 10:11 pmThe handles for this lovely bag , the pattern says crochet 4 rows each colour combinations
Should it be 2 row each?
J
June 23, 2022 at 2:54 pmHi I’m wondering the same thing! Did you get an answer on this?
BellaCocoTeam
June 23, 2022 at 9:40 pmHi J The pattern has been amended 🙂
Amanda Harris
May 16, 2023 at 8:02 pmI have completed the bag. The measurements are all correct but I have 4 whole unused balls of coloured wool left over (stripes)?
BellaCocoTeam
May 18, 2023 at 1:38 pmHi Amanda as this is a Guest post I am unable to answer any queries, you could message the designer directly to see if she can help you 🙂
D
July 3, 2023 at 3:03 pmHi. Does the 2ch at the start of each row count as a stitch?
BellaCocoTeam
July 26, 2023 at 2:29 pmAs this was a guest post any queries should be sent directly to the designer who will be able to help you 🙂
Linda
July 24, 2023 at 10:42 pmI won’t be using Bella Coco’s patterns anymore. This was a huge mistake by the pattern maker. The post to do the straps should have been amended and shown.at the beginning of the pattern. I wasted alot of yarn. Now I can’t finish it.. Even the chart is confusing.
BellaCocoTeam
July 26, 2023 at 2:26 pmI’m sorry you had issues with this pattern, the following information was given in the post:-
“AS THIS IS A GUEST POST, BELLA COCO CROCHET IS UNABLE TO ANSWER ANY QUERIES. IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION, PLEASE CONTACT THE DESIGNER DIRECTLY AND THEY WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU”
If you contact the designer directly she will be able to help you 🙂