Crocheting a fun, quirky bag doesn’t have to be complicated. But finding the perfect pattern that’s both practical and adorable? That’s the challenge. This free crochet pattern for a green monster crossbody bag is just the thing to add some charm and creativity to your next project!
Abbreviations
MR = Magic Ring
Rnd = Round
SC = Single Crochet
DC = Double Crochet
INC = Increase (2 Single Crochets in the same stitch)
DC INC = Increase Double Crochet (2 Double Crochets in the same stitch)
ST / STS = Stitch / Stitches
FLO = Front Loops Only
BLO = Back Loops Only
FO = Fasten Off
Bag
Use green yarn
Ch 24. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.
Rnd 1: start in fourth chain from the hook: 20 DC, 3 DC in the last stitch; Continue on the other side of the foundation chain,
19DC, DC INC in the last stitch. [44]
Rnd 2-19: 44 DC [44], 18 rounds
Now we are going to crochet the flap cover in turning rows.
Rnd 20: Ch 3, BLO 22 DC, turn [22]
Rnd 21-23: Ch 3, 22 DC, turn [22], 3 rows
Rnd 24: DC DEC, 18 DC, DC DEC [20]
Fasten off
Hands and Feet (make 4)
Use green yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 SC in magic ring [6]
Rnd 2: 6 INC [12]
Rnd 3: (INC, SC) x6 [18]
Rnd 4-5: 18 SC [18]
Rnd 6: (SC, DEC) x6 [12]
Stuff it firmly.
Close the opening and make 30 chains.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Horn (make 2)
Use white yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 SC in magic ring [6]
Rnd 2: 6 SC [6]
Rnd 3: (SC, INC) x3 [9]
Rnd 4: 9 SC [9]
Rnd 5: (SC, INC, SC) x3 [12]
Rnd 6: 12 SC [12]
Rnd 7: (3 SC, INC) x3 [15]
Rnd 8: 15 SC [15]
Eye
Use black yarn.
Rnd 1: 12 DC in magic ring [12]
Change to white yarn.
Rnd 2: 12 DC INC [24]
Rnd 3: (DC, DC INC) x12 [36]
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Eyelid
Use green yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 DC in magic ring[12]
Rnd 2: 6 DC INC [12]
Rnd 3: (DC, DC INC) x6 [18]
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Strap
Use green yarn
Work the strap in chain stitch to the required length.
This green monster crossbody bag is not only fun to crochet but also a functional, adorable accessory. With this free crochet pattern, you’ll create something unique that shows off your personality.
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