Chasing Diamonds Bag

Chasing Diamonds Bag by Nana's Crafty Home

Project Overview

The Chasing Diamonds Bag is an intermediate-level crochet project designed by Nana's Crafty Home. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a structured handbag featuring a geometric diamond motif, perfect for crafters with some crochet experience looking to expand their skills with a functional accessory.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a finished bag measuring approximately 8 inches tall by 13 inches wide, with an adjustable strap approximately 37 inches long and 1.5 inches wide once attached. The bag includes practical hardware components: a wood button toggle closure, two metal D-rings for strap attachment, and an optional key ring for adding a tassel accent. The structured rectangular base transitions into the body of the bag, creating a versatile everyday carryall.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Chasing Diamonds Bag employs several crochet techniques to achieve its distinctive appearance. The pattern uses spike stitches (abbreviated as SP-2), which are single crochet stitches worked 2 rows below the current row to create the diamond texture effect. This technique adds visual interest and dimension to the fabric.

• Single crochet (sc) forms the foundation of the bag structure and is used extensively throughout the pattern
• Slip stitch (sl st) joins rounds and creates seamless transitions
• Chain stitch (ch) establishes the foundation and creates openings
• Back loop only (blo) stitches are worked to create textured edges and specific fabric effects
• Single crochet 3 together (sc3tog) decreases stitches for shaping
• Yarn over (yo) techniques support stitch construction

The pattern construction begins with the bottom of the bag worked in rows to form a rectangle, then transitions to rounds of single crochet worked evenly around the edges to establish the bag's base before building upward.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Chasing Diamonds Bag pattern calls for worsted weight yarn in a two-color combination using Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton:

• Color A (Taupe): 2 skeins of Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton, 6 oz / 320 yards total
• Color B (Aqua): 1 skein of Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton, 1 oz / 55 yards

The pattern specifies a Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook with a gauge of approximately 20 rows and 19 stitches over 4 inches. Additional supplies include stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and assembly, scissors, and the hardware components mentioned above. The cotton yarn choice provides a durable, breathable fabric suitable for a functional bag that can withstand regular use.

Pattern Format and Difficulty Level

This is an intermediate-level crochet pattern available as a downloadable PDF from independent designer Nana's Crafty Home. The pattern is written in US crochet terminology, making it accessible to crafters familiar with American crochet standards. The intermediate difficulty reflects the combination of basic stitches with more advanced techniques like spike stitches and the structured construction required to create a polished, wearable bag.