Are you looking for a fun, eye-catching accessory that truly stands out? Look no further! This unique Crochet Sprite Bag pattern lets you craft your very own statement piece, inspired by the iconic soda can design. It’s refreshing, vibrant, and surprisingly practical!
Quench Your Thirst for Style: Crochet a Sprite Bag!
Whether you’re heading to a festival, a casual outing, or just want to add a pop of color to your daily look, this DIY Sprite bag is sure to turn heads. This guide will walk you through the steps to crochet a sturdy and stylish shoulder bag, complete with the classic green, white, and yellow details.
Materials You’ll Need:
- Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in Bright Green (approx. 200g)
- Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in White (approx. 50g)
- Small amount of Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in Yellow (for logo detail)
- Crochet hook (e.g., 4.0mm or 4.5mm, or size to achieve a tight fabric)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional, but recommended for rounds)
Abbreviations:
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- sl st: slip stitch
- FO: Fasten off
- BLO: Back Loop Only
- st(s): stitch(es)
- (…) x N: Repeat instructions in parentheses N times
- [N]: Total number of stitches in the round
Pattern Instructions:
Base of the Bag (Green Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. This creates an oval base.
- R1: Ch 21. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 18 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate to work down the other side of the starting chain: sc in next 18 ch, 2 sc in last ch. Join with sl st to first sc. [42]
- R2: Ch 1, inc in first st, sc in next 18 st, inc in next 3 st, sc in next 18 st, inc in next 2 st. Join with sl st. [48]
- R3: Ch 1, sc in 1 st, inc, sc in 18 st, (sc, inc) x 3, sc in 18 st, (sc, inc) x 2. Join with sl st. [54]
- R4: Ch 1, sc in 2 st, inc, sc in 18 st, (2sc, inc) x 3, sc in 18 st, (2sc, inc) x 2. Join with sl st. [60]
Body of the Bag (Green Yarn):
This creates the side walls of the bag.
- R5: Ch 1, sc in BLO around. Join with sl st. [60] (This creates a defined edge for the base)
- R6-R25: Ch 1, sc around. Join with sl st. [60] (Repeat this round for 20 total rounds, or until desired height for the main green body)
White Band (White Yarn):
Switch to white yarn for the iconic top band.
- R26-R27: Ch 1, sc around. Join with sl st. [60] (Work 2 rounds in white)
Top Rim (Green Yarn):
Switch back to green yarn.
- R28-R29: Ch 1, sc around. Join with sl st. [60] (Work 2 rounds in green)
- FO, weave in ends.
Shoulder Strap (Green Yarn):
- Ch 120 (or desired length for your shoulder strap).
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. [119 sc]
- Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across. [119 sc]
- FO, leaving long tails on both ends for sewing.
Assembly:
- Attach the Strap: Using your yarn needle, securely sew each end of the strap to opposite sides of the top rim of the bag. Make sure it’s centered and reinforced for durability.
- Embroider the Logo: Refer to the image for placement. Using white yarn, embroider the