Market Bag Crochet Pattern
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In need of a new carry-all bag? This bag is inspired by AZUMA BUKURO (a Japanese folding method) and is super easy and super fun to make. You could sew these with fabric as well, it doesn’t HAVE to be made of yarn.
This pattern uses a simple single crochet and double crochet repeat. Inspired by this Japanese market bag I found on Pinterest, I hope you enjoy this FREE pattern!
Market Bag Crochet Pattern (Inspired by AZUMA BUKURO)
Materials:
One skein (approx. 350 yards) size 4 yarn
Crochet hook in size H
Yarn needle for sewing
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Pattern:
Leaving a long tail, ch-41. Sc in 2nd ch and in each across. (40 sts) – approx. 10” wide
Row 1: *sc in first st, dc in next* repeat to end. Ch-1 and turn (40 sts)
Row 2 and beyond: repeat row 1 until rectangle reaches desired length (1:3 ratio)
You need the 1:3 ratio to get the correct sizing for folding. This means that if your piece is 5″ wide, it needs to be 15″ long. If it were 4″ wide, it would need to be 12″ long.
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Fold piece as pictured.
I HIGHLY recommend practicing with a piece of paper, cut to the 1:3 ratio to understand how to fold and assemble the bag. Then stitch the sides together in whichever manner you prefer.
For strap:
Foundation: leaving long tail, ch-9 and turn, sc in 2nd ch and in each across. Turn (8 sts)
Row 1: *sc in first st, dc in next* repeat four times to end. Ch-1 and turn (8 sts)
Row 2 and beyond: repeat row 1 until desired strap length is reached.
Position strap on each corner of the bag and fasten, weaving in all ends securely. You may add a button to the top if you wish, or leave open as I have. ENJOY!
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Hi there! Thank you so much for this pattern, it’s super quick and easy! Just one question: you emphasize the 1:3 ratio, and the first line of the pattern tells you to chain 10” in length. Are we actually supposed to just chain whatever length we would like? 10” width will require 30” length which is bigger than I would like. Is the 40 ch/10” significant or can it just be adapted?
You can absolutely change the starting # of chains to make it smaller (or bigger). Just make sure to start with an odd number of chains =)
I’ve made two bags like this. I used cotton yarn and lined it before folding and stitching together. On the smaller one I made the shoulder strap longer so it would go over my head and shoulders for a body bag style. Love this one!
Thank you for taking the time to explain this process in such an easy to understand way.
I have been crocheting for years and have dozens of scarves stashed away. I cant wait to grab my measuring tape to find one that is suitable. I can unravel or add to them to make the correct dimensions.
Your fellow hooker
Jill
Hi Ashlea,
I have a ball of Homespun Thick and quick yarn. It’s a super bulky size 6, 227G and 160 yards. Do you think it’ll be suitable for a bag like this? Or too soft and fluffy? Will one skein be enough for these dimensions, you think? Thanks
Hi Ashlea do you think cotton would work well for this bag. I made on in the Caron cake but I would love to have one in cotton.
Hi Lisa! I think cotton would work great!
Good evening Ashlea, I do have a question about size 4 yarn..in Australia we don’t talk in size we use ply…I’m struggling to find what size 4 means, also is this a cotton yarn? I’m looking forward to trying your pattern, thankyou for sharing with us all
Size 4 yarn is the same as worsted weight yarn.
Hi Leighann! Size 4 yarn, or worsted weight, would equate to a 10 ply yarn. You can use whichever yarn fiber you like, but i do think a cotton would work very nicely!
Love making this bag. Works up quickly.
Hi Linda! I’m so glad!
This bag works up beautiful and quickly. Love the tight weave. No holes!
I cant download the pattern. Can u help? Just really love it!!
I can email it to you if you like?
What are the Dimensions of the bucket of the purse at the lowest part? I am loving the purse I just need to possibly make it deeper.
Thanks
Peg
Hi Peg! The finished dimensions are about 12″ wide, 4″ deep and at the very shortest part about 7″. The straps are about 12″ from the bottom of the bag. Does that help?