Small Tech Bag

Small Tech Bag Crochet Pattern by Jenn Giam Smith

What is Being Made

This is a small tech bag designed for storing compact electronics and accessories. The finished bag measures 6.5 inches in length, 6.5 inches in circumference, and 3.25 inches in width, making it an ideal size for phones, earbuds, cables, or other small tech items. The pattern is created by designer Jenn Giam Smith and is available as a downloadable PDF.

Craft and Construction Technique

The Small Tech Bag is constructed using the crochet technique, making it an accessible project for beginners with basic stitch knowledge. The pattern employs a circular construction method, with each round ending in a slip stitch to create a seamless, tubular structure. The design uses a foundation of double crochets that can be adjusted to customize the bag's length—increasing or decreasing the foundation by 5 stitches will modify the overall length of the finished piece.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches suitable for beginner-level crafters. Key stitches include:

• Double Crochet (dc) — used as the foundation and primary stitch throughout the pattern
• Back Post Double Crochet (BPdc) — worked around the post of stitches from the previous round to create texture and structure
• Chain Stitch (ch) — used at the beginning of each round (ch2) to establish height, though this chain does not count as a stitch in the pattern
• Slip Stitch (sl st) — used to join rounds and create a finished edge

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Small Tech Bag requires minimal yardage, using approximately 1/2 ounce or less than one yard of yarn total. The pattern calls for sport weight yarn (also known as 2-ply or 3-ply), a lightweight yarn category that creates a delicate, refined fabric suitable for a compact accessory. The design incorporates 5 different colors of sport weight yarn, allowing crafters to create a colorful, striped, or multi-tonal effect. A size D (3.25 mm) crochet hook is used to work with this yarn weight, producing a fabric with appropriate drape and structure for a functional tech bag.

Pattern Notes and Customization

The pattern is written using standard U.S. crochet terminology. Each round begins with a chain 2 and ends with a slip stitch to join, creating a continuous circular construction. The designer notes that detailed construction information is available on her blog at thesmithcountry.com for additional guidance. Crafters may adjust the bag's length by modifying the number of foundation double crochets, making this pattern adaptable to different storage needs or personal preferences.