A crochet bag is a playful and unique accessory that’s as cute as it is functional. It’s shaped like a charming mushroom, complete with spots. If you want a small, fun bag to carry your small items or a stylish statement piece, this crochet pattern is perfect. It’s great for daily use, as a gift, or even as décor for kids’ rooms.
Crochet an Adorable Mushroom Bag
This crochet bag pattern uses basic crochet techniques to create the rounded mushroom cap, the stem-like body, adorable detail dots, a drawstring, and a handle. By following along, you’ll assemble a functional crochet bag while learning to shape crochet pieces and them together. You can also customize it with your favorite colors or add extra personal touches. Beginners will find it an exciting and approachable introduction to creating fun, practical crochet items.
Credit Vicky Crochet
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: 6-ply hand-knitting yarn (suggested colors: brown, white, and red).
- Crochet Hook: 3.5mm.
- Optional Accessories: Stuffing (for small balls), glue (for attaching dots), and eyes (to make the bag more cute).
- Other Tools: Yarn needle (for sewing handle and other components), scissors, and stitch markers (optional).
Finished Size & Customization Ideas
- Finished Size: As per the tutorial, the bag forms a mushroom-shaped body with a rounded base, mushroom cap, and added decorative dots. The actual size will depend on your tension and yarn choice, but it is roughly a small bag suitable for lightweight items.
- Customization Ideas:
- Change the colors of the mushroom cap and body (e.g., pastel tones or brights).
- Vary the size by using larger hooks and thicker yarn.
- Add more decorative dots or skip them entirely.
- Modify the handle length or replace it with a chain strap.
Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology
(Pattern written in US Terminology)
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single Crochet
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- dc: Double Crochet
- magic ring: Adjustable ring used to start crochet projects in the round.
- st: Stitch
- blo: Back Loop Only
Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions
Base of the Bag
- Round 1: Begin with a magic ring. Work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Pull the tail end to close the ring. Slip stitch (sl st) into the first sc to finish the round.
Stitch Count: 6 stitches. - Round 2: Chain 1. Work 2 sc into each stitch around. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 12 stitches. - Round 3: Chain 1. Work 1 sc in the first stitch, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 18 stitches. - Round 4: Chain 1. Work 1 sc in the first stitch, 2 sc in the next, and 1 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 24 stitches. - Round 5: Chain 1. Work 3 sc in the next 3 stitches, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 30 stitches. - Round 6: Chain 1. Work 2 sc in the next 2 stitches, then 2 sc in the next stitch, followed by 2 sc. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 36 stitches. - Round 7: Chain 1. Work 5 sc in the next 5 stitches, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 42 stitches. - Round 8: Chain 1. Work 3 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch, followed by 3 sc. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 48 stitches. - Round 9: Chain 1. Work 7 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for a total of 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 54 stitches. - Round 10: Chain 1. Work 4 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch, followed by 4 sc. Repeat for 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 60 stitches. - Round 11: Chain 1. Work 9 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for 6 times. Sl st to end the round.
Stitch Count: 66 stitches.
This completes the bottom portion.
Side Part
Continue working 1 sc in each stitch around.
- Rounds 12-22: Chain 1 and work 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st at the end of each round.
Mushroom Cap (Brown Yarn)
Switch to brown yarn at Round 22 and begin the mushroom cap:
- Round 1 (Brown Part): Chain 1. Work 10 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for 6 times.
Stitch Count: 72 stitches. - Round 2: Chain 1. Work 11 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for 6 times.
Stitch Count: 78 stitches. - Round 3: Chain 1. Work 12 sc, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat for 6 times.
Stitch Count: 84 stitches. - Rounds 4-6: Chain 1. Work 1 sc in each stitch around.
Decorative Details
- Dots on Mushroom Cap:
- Use white yarn.
- Create a magic ring and chain 2. Work 8 double crochets (dc) into the ring. Pull the tail closed and sl st to the first dc.
- Make 10 dots and attach them evenly across the mushroom cap using glue or sewing.
- Drawstring:
- Chain 40+ stitches to make a long drawstring.
- Create small balls by working 6 sc into a magic ring, then continue steadily (as outlined in the video). Stuff the cotton inside and sew to the drawstring ends.
- Handle:
- Chain 2 and work back into each chain stitch until the handle reaches the desired length.
- Sew it securely into the inside of the bag.
Finishing Techniques
- Use stuffing for small balls and check placement of decorative dots.
- Attach decorative eyes for added personality if desired.
- Weave in all yarn tails inside the bag neatly.
- Test the drawstring and handle for proper functionality.
