Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag: Pattern and Tutorial

Crocheting combines artistry and practicality, and there’s no better example of this than a handmade crochet bag. Our Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag is the perfect project to showcase your skills and create something truly unique. Inspired by the elegance of blooming rose petals, this bag is a charming blend of functionality and beauty, ideal for a day out or a special occasion.

Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or advancing from beginner projects, this pattern is designed to challenge and inspire you. With its textured petal design and sturdy macrame handles, this bag is a delightful addition to any wardrobe. Best of all, it’s completely customizable—choose your favorite colors to make it truly yours!

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through every step of creating the bag, from the circular base to the intricate petal layers. If you’re new to some of the techniques, don’t worry! We’ll guide you through the stitches and include tips to help you along the way. Plus, you can follow along with the video tutorial at the end to see each step in action.

Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag
Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag

Materials You’ll Need
Yarn: Cotton macrame thread (1.5mm) in your color choice.
Crochet Hook: 3mm
Scissors
Stitch Markers: Optional, but helpful for keeping track of stitches.
Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends.

Skill Level
Beginner/Intermediate
If you’re comfortable with basic stitches and are looking to try out some decorative techniques, this project is perfect for you!

Techniques You’ll Practice
Magic Circle: A foundational technique for circular projects.
Chain Stitch (ch): A simple crochet foundation.
Double Crochet (dc): A versatile and commonly used stitch.
Slip Stitch (sl st): Ideal for joining and edging.
Reverse Single Crochet (reverse sc): A decorative edging technique.
Simple Macrame Techniques: For crafting sturdy, stylish handles.

Pattern Instructions

Bag Base
The base of the bag is worked in rounds to create a flat, circular foundation.

Round 1
Create a magic circle.
Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc into the circle.
Join with sl st to the top of ch 3. (12 dc)

Round 2
Ch 3, dc in the same st, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next st.
Repeat from * to * around.
Join with sl st. (24 AD)

Round 3
Ch 3, dc in the same st, inc in next st, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 2 st.
Repeat from * to * around.
Join with sl st. (36 AD)

Round 4
Ch 3, dc in the same st, inc in next st, 3 dc in the next st, dc in the next 3 st.
Repeat from * to * around.
Join with sl st. (48 AD)

Tip: Continue increasing the number of stitches between regular double crochets in each round to expand the base.

Petal Shaping

The petals give the bag its distinctive rose-like design. Adjust the number of rounds to achieve your desired size.

Round 18 (Example)
Ch 3, dc in the same st, inc in next st, 11 dc in the next st, dc in the next 11 st.
Repeat from * to * around.

Join with sl st. (144 AD)
Note: Adjust the number of petals and regulate dc between increases based on the number of base rounds.

Round 19
Ch 3, dc in the same st, skip 4 st, sl st in the 5th st.
Repeat from * to * around to form the first petal row.
For the next petal layer, ch 2, sl st to the next dc at the beginning of the petal.
Ch 3, 2 dc in the same st, increase in each dc across the petal, ch 3, skip 4 st, sl st in the 5th st.

Crochet Free Patterns

Round 20
Reverse sc around each petal. This adds definition and sturdiness.
Tip: Repeat petal construction rounds until your bag reaches the desired depth.

Finishing Touches
Add handles using simple macrame techniques for durability and style. Use the same cotton macrame thread for a cohesive look.

Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag
Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag

Video Tutorial

For visual learners, I’ve prepared a comprehensive video tutorial walking you through every step of this project, from the base to the final petal layers and handles. Watch it to crochet along with me and perfect your rose petal bag!

This Beautiful Rose Petal Style Crochet Bag is not only a wonderful addition to your collection but also a heartfelt gift for someone special. Happy crocheting! 😊

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