Crochet Mandala Bag Pattern: Craft a Vibrant Bohemian Accessory

Unleash your creativity with this stunning crochet mandala bag pattern! Featuring a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors and intricate stitchwork, this bag is more than just an accessory – it’s a statement piece. Perfect for adding a touch of bohemian chic to any outfit, this project is enjoyable for crocheters looking for a fun challenge and a unique result.

Why Every Wardrobe Needs a Handmade Mandala Bag

Handcrafted items bring a personal touch that mass-produced goods simply can’t match. This crochet mandala bag is not only a beautiful fashion statement but also reflects your unique style and appreciation for artisanal craftsmanship. It’s an eco-friendly accessory that’s sure to turn heads and spark conversations wherever you go.

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Crochet Pattern: Crochet Mandala Bag Pattern: Craft a Vibrant Bohemian Accessory

Materials

DK or Worsted weight yarn in 5 colors: Dark Blue (Main), Mustard Yellow, Orange/Rust, Teal, Olive Green
Crochet hook (suggested size 3.5mm-4.0mm, or size to achieve desired gauge)
Yarn needle
Scissors
Optional: Fabric lining, Magnetic snap closure

Abbreviations

ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
st(s): stitch(es)
sk: skip
rep: repeat
sp: space
MR: Magic Ring
3-dc cluster: Yarn over, insert hook into st/sp, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops (3 times in same st/sp), yarn over, pull through all 4 loops on hook

Instructions

Mandala Panel (Make 2 identical pieces):

R1 (Teal): Create a MR. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of initial Ch 3. (12 dc)
R2 (Olive Green): Join new color with a sl st in any dc. Ch 2 (does not count as st). *Work 3-dc cluster in same st as join, Ch 1* repeat 11 times. Work 3-dc cluster in last dc, Ch 1. Join with sl st to top of first cluster. (12 clusters, 12 ch-1 spaces)
R3 (Mustard Yellow): Join new color in any ch-1 space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in same space. *Ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space* repeat 11 times. Ch 1, join with sl st to top of initial Ch 3. (36 dc, 12 ch-1 spaces)
R4 (Orange/Rust): Join new color in any ch-1 space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 3 dc in same space. *Ch 1, 4 dc in next ch-1 space* repeat 11 times. Ch 1, join with sl st to top of initial Ch 3. (48 dc, 12 ch-1 spaces)
R5 (Teal): Join new color in any ch-1 space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 4 dc in same space. *Ch 1, 5 dc in next ch-1 space* repeat 11 times. Ch 1, join with sl st to top of initial Ch 3. (60 dc, 12 ch-1 spaces)
R6 (Dark Blue): Join new color in any ch-1 space. Ch 1 (does not count as st), sc in same ch-1 space. *Sc in each of next 5 dc, 2 sc in next ch-1 space* repeat 11 times. Sc in each of next 5 dc. Join with sl st to first sc. (84 sc)
R7 (Dark Blue): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with sl st. Fasten off and weave in ends. (84 sc)

Bag Assembly:

Place the two finished Mandala Panels together with wrong sides facing.
Using Dark Blue yarn, insert hook through both panels and sc around the edges, working through corresponding stitches on both panels. Leave an opening of approximately 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) at the top for the bag opening. Join with a sl st. Fasten off.
Bag Opening Edging: Along the opening, work one round of sc around each panel edge separately to create a neat and sturdy finish. Join with a sl st at the end of each round. Fasten off.

Strap:

Using all five colors (Dark Blue, Mustard Yellow, Orange/Rust, Teal, Olive Green), create a long strap. You can make a simple braided strap using three long strands of chain stitches (e.g., one variegated strand of the four bright colors, and two strands of Dark Blue), or crochet a flat strip: Ch 8. Work sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (7 sc). Ch 1, turn. Repeat this row for desired length (approx. 40-50 inches or 100-125 cm), changing colors every 2-3 rows to create stripes.
Attach each end of the strap securely to the bag opening using a yarn needle, sewing it firmly to the sides of the opening.