Multicolor Bag in Lion Brand Stitch Soak Scrub - M22212 SSS - Downloadable PDF

Multicolor Bag Crochet Pattern – Lion Brand Stitch Soak Scrub (M22212 SSS)

This free downloadable crochet pattern from Lion Brand guides crafters through creating a vibrant, structured Multicolor Bag using the brand's own Lion Brand® Stitch Soak Scrub yarn. Rated Easy skill level, this is an approachable project for beginner and confident beginner crocheters alike who want to build practical skills while producing a stylish, everyday tote-style bag.

Finished Size and Construction Overview

The completed bag measures approximately 15 inches (38 cm) wide, 10 inches (25.5 cm) high, and 5 inches (12.5 cm) deep, making it a generously sized carry-all suitable for shopping, the beach, or daily errands. The bag is assembled from five separate crocheted pieces:

• One Main Rectangle – forming the front, bottom, and back of the bag
• Two Side Rectangles – giving the bag its structured, three-dimensional depth
• Two Handles – crocheted separately and sewn onto the finished bag

The rectangles are crocheted individually and then joined together to form the body of the bag. The handles are attached by sewing, making the finishing process straightforward and well-suited to those newer to crochet construction techniques.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The primary stitch used throughout this pattern is the double crochet (dc), one of the most fundamental and versatile stitches in crochet. Double crochet creates a fabric that is slightly open, flexible, and works up quickly — ideal for a bag that needs both structure and drape. The gauge for this pattern is 17 double crochet stitches and 10 rows to 4 inches (10 cm), so checking gauge before beginning is strongly recommended to ensure the finished bag matches the intended dimensions.

A key technique featured in this pattern is colorwork through yarn color changes. Crocheters are instructed to change yarn color by working the last stitch of the old color up to the final yarn over, then drawing the new color through — a clean, professional method for achieving crisp color transitions without tangling or loose ends. This technique is what gives the bag its eye-catching multicolor striped or blocked appearance.

Additional techniques involved include:

• Seaming and joining – crocheting the rectangular panels together to form the three-dimensional bag body
• Sewing – attaching the handles securely to the bag using a large-eyed blunt needle
• Stitch marker use – keeping track of pattern placement and panel alignment during construction

Materials and Yarn

The pattern calls for Lion Brand® Stitch Soak Scrub (Art. #781), a 4-ply worsted weight yarn specifically designed for projects that benefit from a slightly textured, durable construction. Six colorways are used across the bag:

• #099 Coconut Milk – 1 ball (Color A)
• #101 Quartz – 1 ball (Color B)
• #158 Cyber Yellow – 1 ball (Color C)
• #178 Quetzal Green – 1 ball (Color D)
• #133 Autumn Maple – 1 ball (Color E)
• #145 Pansy – 2 balls (Color F)

Pansy (#145) requires two balls, suggesting it is used more extensively — likely as a primary or background color throughout the design. The palette spans neutrals, warm tones, and bold brights, resulting in a cheerful and contemporary finished piece.

Tools and Notions

• Lion Brand® crochet hook size H-8 (5 mm) – the recommended hook size to achieve the stated gauge
• Lion Brand® stitch markers – for marking key points during construction
• Lion Brand® large-e