Crochet Crossbody Bag (Beginner Friendly)

Learn how to make a crochet crossbody bag — perfect for summer holidays, gifting, or adding a handmade touch to your wardrobe.

This easy step-by-step tutorial is ideal for beginners and includes a printable pattern, simple stitches, and a fun tassel charm option.

Please scroll down to view the free pattern or purchase the printer-friendly ad-free PDF in my shop here.

Before You Get Started

Here’s what to know before beginning this easy crochet bag:

Use raffia yarn for a summer-ready vibe, or swap for cotton if preferred.

It’s made entirely using single crochet stitches.

Great for beginners learning the basics.

You’ll crochet one large piece, then add a fabric lining, magnetic clasp, and strap.

Tools & Materials

Yarn

• 1 x King Cole Raffia in Carousel – 1457 (or substitute with cotton yarn)

Hook

• 5.5 mm (US I/9) crochet hook

Notions

• Scissors
• Darning needle
• Measuring tape

Other Materials

• 2 x Gold rings – 1-inch diameter
• Chain strap – 42 inches / 107 cm
• Magnetic snaps (for closure)
• Key ring clips (for strap and tassel)
• Leather thong/suede – ¼ meter in red
• Red yarn (for pom pom)
• Beads – gold and red
• Pom pom maker (1 ⅝ inch)

For Lining

• ½ meter of fabric
• Sewing needle + thread
• Pins
• Scissors

Crochet Crossbody Bag Pattern

This crochet crossbody bag is made in one rectangle piece and folded to shape.

Follow along to build your beginner bag step by step!

1️⃣ Crochet the Body of the Bag

• Ch 33, ch 1, turn,
• Row 1: Sc into every chain, ch 1, turn,
• Repeat Row 1 until the piece measures 38 cm / 15 inches high.
• Fasten off and secure the yarn.

Your flat piece should measure:

• Height: 38 cm / 15 inches
• Width: 25 cm / 9.5 inches

Tip: Keep your stitches loose for easier shaping.

2️⃣ Prepare the Lining

• Cut your fabric: 41 cm x 27 cm (16″ x 10.5″).
• Turn over a 1-inch seam all around to create neat edges.

Add the magnetic snaps before sewing:

• Place 4 cm / 1.5 inches from top and bottom.
• Carefully cut slits for the snaps and secure them to both fabric and raffia.

3️⃣ Stitch in the Lining

• Lay the folded fabric inside the bag.
• Decide where you want the bag magnetic snaps to go – I placed mine – 4 cm / 1.5 inches from the top of the bag and 4 cm / 1.5 inches from the bottom of the bag. They need to be in place before you stitch the lining down.
• Hand stitch using small, neat running stitches.
• Catch the inside loops of the raffia so the stitches don’t show on the right side.

4️⃣ Seam the Bag Sides

• Fold the bag (right sides together).
• Single crochet along each side seam for 13 cm / 5 inches.
• Fasten off and weave in ends.

5️⃣ Add the Chain Strap

• Attach gold rings to each top corner of the bag.
• Use keyring clips to attach the 42-inch chain strap to each side.

6️⃣ Make an Optional Tassel Charm

Want to personalize your bag? Add a tassel!

• Follow this Tassel Tutorial with Video
• Use leather thong, yarn pom pom, and beads.
• Thread through a ring clip and hide the ends with a bead.

Size Information

• Flat before seaming: 38 cm (H) x 25 cm (W) / 15″ x 9.5″
• Finished bag: 15 cm (H) x 25 cm (W) / 6″ x 9.5″
• Strap length: 107 cm / 42 inches
• Tassel length: 31 cm / 12 inches
• Gauge: 15 sts x 19 rows = 10 cm / 4″

Abbreviations

• CH – Chain
• SC – Single Crochet
• RS – Right Side
• WS – Wrong Side

Pattern uses US terms. Print the US/UK abbreviation guide here.

FAQs & Tips

→ Can I use a different yarn?
Yes! Cotton yarn works great, just check gauge and feel.

→ Is the lining necessary?
It helps support the bag’s shape and allows you to install the magnetic clasp.

→ What’s a good beginner substitute for raffia?
Try a DK or aran cotton yarn for similar structure with easier handling.

→ Can I machine sew the lining?
Yes, if preferred, but hand-stitching lets you align it with the crochet more precisely.

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Copyright

This pattern is for personal use only.

Do not republish, copy, or distribute the pattern or images.

You may sell finished items made using this pattern — just credit @handylittleme in your listing.

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