Walking on Sunshine Bag

Walking on Sunshine Bag by emgknits

What Is Being Made

The Walking on Sunshine Bag is a beginner-friendly crochet project designed to create a practical everyday bag. This finished accessory measures approximately 11 inches wide by 5 inches tall, making it an ideal size for carrying essentials. The design combines simplicity with functionality, perfect for crafters new to bag construction.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners. The construction relies on basic shaping methods, including increases worked into single stitches to create structured shaping and dimension. The pattern uses straightforward row-by-row construction, allowing new crocheters to build confidence while working on a wearable finished item.

Crochet Stitches

The Walking on Sunshine Bag utilizes essential crochet stitches that form the foundation of most crochet projects:

• Chain (Ch): The foundational stitch used to create the initial base of the pattern
• Single Crochet (Sc): The primary stitch throughout the pattern, creating a tight, durable fabric
• Single Crochet Increase (Sc inc): Used to add stitches and create shaping within the bag structure
• Slip Stitch (Sl st): Used for joining and finishing techniques

Materials and Tools

The pattern calls for 2 balls of super chunky yarn, which creates a quick, satisfying crochet experience. The designer suggests using super chunky yarn by Marriners, with Paintbox Wool Mix Super Chunky Yarn listed as an alternative option. A 7mm crochet hook is paired with this yarn weight to achieve the correct gauge of 14 stitches by 10 rows over a 4-inch by 4-inch swatch. Additional tools include scissors, a darning needle for weaving in ends, and a tape measure for checking dimensions and gauge accuracy.

Pattern Notes

This pattern is written using US crochet terminology. The downloadable PDF format allows crafters to work through the pattern at their own pace, with clear abbreviations provided for quick reference during stitching.