How to Crochet Shell Stitch Autumn Bag – Aka Fan Stitch Tote Bag
Want an advanced fall bag project to show off your skills? With a stitch-by-stitch tutorial, learn how to crochet this so colorful and vibrant fall shell stitch bag, aka fan stitch bag, that is finished with a flower hexagon and Lily of the Valley bag charm as a bonus. The whole bag features a combination of mesh texture, shell stitch rows, and even shell stitch edging. You will crochet this bag in your favorite fall colors, from orange to green and even white.
Finished with a comfortable handle seamlessly attached, it is for autumn celebrations. So, if you have made your mind to crochet this fan bag pattern, continue reading this post till the end.
About the Designer: The designer behind this crochet fall bag project is @TiemBeCon – she can be rightly called “The most creative crochet designer” since she always adapts the crochet themes in a unique way like a witch capybara and Reindeer watch. Her crochet projects are always so colorful and never miss to be seasonal and celebration-special. So, you can find the fall, Christmas, and Halloween projects in her channel. The videos often feature flower projects, such as flower swings, and also include other decorations like crochet pumpkin vines.
Advertisement - Continue ReadingNote: In respect of the creator’s rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You can watch the tutorial with on-screen written instructions at the end of this post.
Crochet Fan Stitch Bag Pattern Tutorial
Skill Level: Beginner – Intermediate. The shell stitch needs the same basic crochet stitches. You will want to know slip knot, chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and triple crochet. Key techniques covered are the magic ring for starting the flower embellishments, color changing to create patterns, and using a sewing needle to weave in loose ends and attach the strap.
Tutorial Timing: Approximately 25 minutes only. (perfect for practicing the fan stitch and how to implement it in actual projects. Handling the yarn tails is another valuable skill to learn.)
Personalization Tips: The tutor uses large chain spaces between the rows, but can also reduce it if you want a more tight look. Lining, like any mesh bag, is not suggested. You can also try other color combos like red, white, and green.
Pattern Type: An on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with. Both Vietnamese and English instructions are available.
Tools & Materials
The following are the crochet supplies that the tutor uses for crocheting this bag pattern:
Hook: 3 mm
Yarn: yaoh wool 3 mm
- Colors: White, light green, and orange
- Sewing needle
Techniques Used and One-Line Guide
The following are the crochet techniques and stitches that the tutor uses for crocheting this fall bag pattern for beginners:
- Single Crochet (sc): Insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over again, and pull through both loops.
- Increase (inc): Crochet two stitches (e.g., SC or DC) into the same stitch for expansion.
- Chain (ch): Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook to form a foundation chain.
- Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops twice.
- Triple Crochet (tr): Yarn over twice, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops at a time.
- Double Treble Crochet (dtr): Yarn over three times, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull through, then yarn over and pull through two loops repeatedly until one loop remains.
- Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over, insert hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull up, yarn over again, and pull through all three loops.
- Slip Stitch (slst): Insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and loop on the hook.
- Decrease (des): Crochet two stitches together by partially completing the first stitch and finishing it with the second.
- Front Loop Only (flo): Work the stitch into only the front loop of the stitch instead of going through both loops.
- Back Loop Only (blo): Work the stitch into only the back loop of the stitch instead of going through both loops.
- Skip (skip): Skip a stitch by not crocheting into it and moving to the next one in your sequence.
