Malibu Beach Bag in Sirdar Stories DK - 10686P - Downloadable PDF

Malibu Beach Bag Crochet Pattern in Sirdar Stories DK (Pattern 10686)

The Malibu Beach Bag is a crochet bag pattern from Sirdar, design number 10686, worked in Sirdar Stories Double Knitting yarn. Designed as part of a capsule beach wardrobe mini collection, this bag is the perfect summer accessory to complement coordinating beachwear pieces. It is rated as an easy crochet project, making it accessible to crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and ready to explore simple lace or mesh structures.

About the Design

The Malibu Beach Bag is crafted as a one size project, meaning no complex shaping or sizing adjustments are required. Its relaxed, open structure makes it ideal as a beach tote or summer carry-all, designed to be both practical and stylish. Sirdar has triple-checked this pattern to guarantee success when worked with the recommended Sirdar Stories DK yarn, so crocheters can follow the instructions with confidence.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The bag is worked using a Triple Mesh Pattern, an open lacework crochet technique that creates a lightweight, airy fabric — perfectly suited to a beach bag where breathability and a relaxed drape are desirable qualities. Mesh patterns in crochet are typically constructed using a combination of chain spaces and taller stitches to form a repeating grid or net-like structure.

• Triple Mesh Pattern — the primary stitch pattern used throughout the bag, creating an open, net-like fabric
• Chain stitches — used to form the mesh spaces between structural stitches
• Taller crochet stitches — worked in combination with chains to build the mesh framework
• Easy construction — suitable for crocheters progressing beyond absolute beginner level

Gauge and Hook Size

The pattern specifies a gauge of 21 stitches over 10 cm / 4 inches in the Triple Mesh Pattern. The recommended crochet hook size is 4.00 mm (UK 8 / USA equivalent). Achieving the correct tension is important to ensure the finished bag comes out at the intended size and with the right drape and openness in the mesh fabric.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is designed specifically for Sirdar Stories Double Knitting, a cotton-rich acrylic blend yarn. This fibre combination gives the yarn a cool cotton look and feel while remaining lighter in weight than a pure cotton yarn, which means finished projects hold their shape well even over extended wear. The cotton content makes Sirdar Stories DK particularly well suited to summer makes, keeping the finished bag feeling fresh and comfortable to carry in warm weather.

• Yarn: Sirdar Stories Double Knitting
• Fibre: Cotton-rich acrylic blend
• Weight: DK (Double Knitting)
• Hook: 4.00 mm (UK 8 / USA equivalent)

Part of a Capsule Beach Wardrobe Collection

The Malibu Beach Bag is one design within a broader capsule beach wardrobe mini collection from Sirdar, all worked in Sirdar Stories Double Knitting. The collection is designed so that individual pieces coordinate together, allowing crocheters to build a complete set of summer accessories and cover-ups. The lightweight, shape-retaining properties of Sirdar Stories DK make it an ideal choice across all pieces in the collection, from bags to longer garments such as cardigans and beach cover-ups.

This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, so you can begin your project immediately after purchase.