How to Crochet Bulky Pumpkin Stitch Bag For Fall
Fall is the perfect time to use the 3D pumpkin stitch, and here we have brought a beautiful project. Learn how to crochet a bulky pumpkin shoulder bag with a step-by-step tutorial from Kane Crochet. This bag features a panel of pumpkin and a panel of simple stitches, along with bulky and comfortable straps. You will also learn how to create the stripes of the pumpkin stitch.
Crochet this pumpkin bag for fall or Halloween – trick or treat with it, or stroll around. For the complete tutorial for crocheting this fall crochet bag, continue reading till the end of this post!
The designer of this unique pumpkin stitch and the crochet pumpkin bag is @KaneCrochet. In respect for the creator’s pattern 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.
Skill Level: Intermediates (the pumpkin stitch puffs contain the 3 hdc crochet clusters and long puff stitch, which may be easy even for beginners. Much sewing using the needle is required to crochet the strap, and basic stitches are also needed. Overall, this pumpkin stitch bag is easy but takes time for completion.
Tutorial Timing: 26 Minutes Only (crocheting the actual bag will take a lot more time due to the continuous use of textured crochet stitches)
Personalization Tips: Instead of crocheting the half panel of pumpkin stitch, you can crochet the stripes of pumpkin stitch like in this crochet pumpkin shoulder bag. You can also try the basic straps, but the bulky one looks perfect with the bulkiness of the stitches being used for texture.
Pattern Type: An on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with.
Finished size: Height 15 cm. Width 20 cm.
Materials and Tools
Gather the following suggested tools and materials for crocheting this lovely pumpkin stitch bag for beginners:
- Cotton Yarn size 2 mm. The tutor used about 200 grams of yarn.
- 3.5 mm Crochet Hook
- Magnetic Button 14 mm.
- Yarn colors: Two shades of orange, green, and beige.
Crochet Stitches & Abbreviations
The tutorial incorporates various crochet stitches, including chain (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), half double crochet cluster (hdc cl), and single crochet 3 stitches together (sc3tog). Techniques such as slip knot, skip stitch (sk), and slip stitch (slst) are also used. This step-by-step guide provides instructions to create a functional and stylish handmade bag.
| Abbreviation & Meaning | One-Line Crochet Guide |
|---|---|
| slip knot – Crochet slip knot | Make a loop, pull yarn through to form a starting knot on the hook. |
| ch – Chain crochet | Yarn over and pull through the loop on the hook. |
| sc – Single crochet | Insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops. |
| sc3tog – Single crochet 3 together | Insert 3 stitches one by one, pull up a loop each, yarn over, pull through all 4 loops. |
| dc – Double crochet | Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops twice. |
| hdc cl – Half double crochet cluster | Yarn over, insert hook in each stitch, pull up loops, yarn over, pull through all loops. |
| *( ) 4 – Repeat 4 times | Work the steps in parentheses four times in a row. |
| sk – Skip | Skip the next stitch, don’t crochet into it. |
| slst – Slip stitch | Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch, and loop on hook. |
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