Crochet Girls Bag, purse

Crochet Girls Bag and Purse by Eva's Studio

What You Will Make

This crochet project creates a colorful girls bag and matching small purse, designed by Eva's Studio. The main bag measures approximately 25 cm x 27 cm when finished, while the accompanying wallet measures 12 cm x 9 cm. This is an ideal beginner-level crochet project that combines basic stitching techniques with decorative embellishments to create a functional and visually appealing accessory.

Craft and Technique Overview

This is a crochet project worked primarily in rows and rounds using fundamental crochet techniques. The construction begins with a chain foundation and progresses through back-and-forth row work to build the main body of the bag. The design incorporates colorful elements including crocheted flowers, bobbles, and decorative handles to create visual interest and dimension. The project demonstrates how basic crochet stitches can be combined with simple embellishments to achieve a charming, multi-colored finished piece suitable for young crafters or gift-giving.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Chain (CH) – Foundation stitch used to begin the project
• Single Crochet (SC) – Primary stitch forming the base fabric; gauge is 4 SC and 4 rows per 1 inch
• Slip Stitch (SL ST) – Used for joining rounds and finishing edges
• Half Double Crochet (HDC) – Secondary stitch for varied texture
• Double Crochet (DC) – Stitch used for specific design elements
• Bobble Stitch (BST) – Decorative stitch technique creating textured embellishments

Materials and Supplies

The project uses worsted weight yarn totaling approximately 300 grams. Specific yarn brands and colors include Drops Paris yarn in multiple colors (color 14 for flowers, color 39 for handles and bobbles, color 6 for the small purse, and color 01 for bobbles), as well as Peaches & Creme yarn in lavender (color 0093) for the main body and additional bobbles. A 5.00 mm crochet hook is required for this project.

Additional materials include 4 small buttons, 2 bows for decoration, a small piece of Velcro or 1 sew-on snap for closure, and 2 pieces of Pisco urethane tubing measuring 15 inches (38 cm) long with 6 mm x 4 mm dimensions to serve as bag handles. Basic finishing supplies such as scissors, a yarn needle, and thread are also needed to complete the project.

Difficulty Level

This project is rated as beginner level, making it accessible to new crocheters while still offering opportunities to practice fundamental skills and create a polished, wearable accessory.