DIY Crochet Pattern Bag Arclets

In a world of constant, frantic consumption and growing environmental stress, we should do our best to minimize waste and prevent the use of plastic bags, which only contribute to pollution. Crafts like crochet have a decisive role in helping our planet because they allow the creation of lasting pieces that can be used time after time.

Crocheting a simple and beautiful bag to carry groceries, books, or even towels for a day at the beach or at a countryside picnic can be very fun. We let our creative side do its magic and end up with a one-of-a-kind bag that is also sustainable.

The Companhia das Agulhas Team in Portugal designed this beautiful bag using Hoooked Tossa, a 100% natural jute yarn that is resistant and strong enough to hold even heavier items.

This pattern starts at the bottom, with a crochet square, until you begin to work in the round in a granny-like stitch. It finishes with a nice sturdy border and two circular handles, long enough to drape it over your shoulder. The instructions are easy to follow, and the pattern can be pretty addictive, so you will have a brand-new bag to take out and about. 

Choose your favourite Tossa yarn colours, grab your crochet hook and have fun.

This pattern is a complete download file with text and illustrations in English, Dutch, German, French and Spanish. After we have received your payment, you will receive a separate email with instructions to download this pattern.

What you need:

Tossa, 100% Natural Jute in:

• 100 g Cinnamon Taupe
• 200 g Vanilla Cream

5 mm crochet hook

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Measuring tape

Measurements

Bag

Width – 44 cm

Length – 30 cm

Handles

Width – 3 cm

Length – 58 cm

Gauge

Using a 5 mm needle, crochet 15 stitches and 15 rows in double crochet stitch for a tension swatch 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in).  If your swatch is smaller or bigger, we recommend using another size crochet hook to avoid deviations.

Please note: Our pattern uses UK crochet terms.

UK = US

Double Crochet (dc) = Single Crochet (sc)

Half Treble Crochet (htr) = Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Treble Crochet (tr) = Double Crochet (dc)

Double Treble Crochet (dtr) = Treble Crochet (tr)

Triple Treble crochet (trtr) =  Double Treble Crochet (dtr)

Skill level description

Beginner – crocheters who are familiarizing themselves with the basic crochet techniques
Easy – confident beginners with  knowledge of basic crochet stitches that want to venture out into pattern reading
 Intermediate – crocheters with a broad crochet experience, and with good ability to follow more intricate patterns
Advanced – crocheters with extensive crochet experience, familiar with a wide range of crochet techniques and stitches

In a world of constant, frantic consumption and growing environmental stress, we should do our best to minimize waste and prevent the use of plastic bags, which only contribute to pollution. Crafts like crochet have a decisive role in helping our planet because they allow the creation of lasting pieces that can be used time after time.

Crocheting a simple and beautiful bag to carry groceries, books, or even towels for a day at the beach or at a countryside picnic can be very fun. We let our creative side do its magic and end up with a one-of-a-kind bag that is also sustainable.

The Companhia das Agulhas Team in Portugal designed this beautiful bag using Hoooked Tossa, a 100% natural jute yarn that is resistant and strong enough to hold even heavier items.

This pattern starts at the bottom, with a crochet square, until you begin to work in the round in a granny-like stitch. It finishes with a nice sturdy border and two circular handles, long enough to drape it over your shoulder. The instructions are easy to follow, and the pattern can be pretty addictive, so you will have a brand-new bag to take out and about. 

Choose your favourite Tossa yarn colours, grab your crochet hook and have fun.

This pattern is a complete download file with text and illustrations in English, Dutch, German, French and Spanish. After we have received your payment, you will receive a separate email with instructions to download this pattern.

What you need:

Tossa, 100% Natural Jute in:

• 100 g Cinnamon Taupe
• 200 g Vanilla Cream

5 mm crochet hook

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Measuring tape

Measurements

Bag

Width – 44 cm

Length – 30 cm

Handles

Width – 3 cm

Length – 58 cm

Gauge

Using a 5 mm needle, crochet 15 stitches and 15 rows in double crochet stitch for a tension swatch 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in).  If your swatch is smaller or bigger, we recommend using another size crochet hook to avoid deviations.

Please note: Our pattern uses UK crochet terms.

UK = US

Double Crochet (dc) = Single Crochet (sc)

Half Treble Crochet (htr) = Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Treble Crochet (tr) = Double Crochet (dc)

Double Treble Crochet (dtr) = Treble Crochet (tr)

Triple Treble crochet (trtr) =  Double Treble Crochet (dtr)

Skill level description

Beginner – crocheters who are familiarizing themselves with the basic crochet techniques
Easy – confident beginners with  knowledge of basic crochet stitches that want to venture out into pattern reading
 Intermediate – crocheters with a broad crochet experience, and with good ability to follow more intricate patterns
Advanced – crocheters with extensive crochet experience, familiar with a wide range of crochet techniques and stitches