How to Make a Crochet Popcorn Stitch Pattern Bag – Easy Tutorial

Sure! Here’s a detailed, easy-to-follow guide on how to crochet a popcorn stitch pattern bag. This tutorial includes:

1. What You Need

2. What is the Popcorn Stitch?

3. Step-by-Step Instructions

4. Tips for Success

How to Make a Crochet Popcorn Stitch Pattern Bag – Easy Tutorial

Materials You’ll Need:

• Worsted weight yarn (medium #4) – cotton or acrylic

• Crochet hook (typically 5.0 mm or size H, check yarn label)

• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)

• Scissors

• Stitch marker (optional, but helpful)

• Fabric liner (optional, for a more durable bag)

• Magnetic snap or zipper (optional closure)

What is the Popcorn Stitch?

The Popcorn Stitch creates a textured “bobbly” pattern that pops out from the fabric. It’s created by working 5 double crochets into the same stitch, removing the hook, reinserting it into the first DC, and pulling the loop through.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Let’s make a simple rectangular bag worked in rows, folded in half, and seamed on the sides. Later, we’ll add straps.

Step 1: Make the Base Foundation

1. Chain (ch) the width you want for your bag.
   Example: Ch 41 for a small/medium-sized bag (~10” wide).

2. Row 1: In the 2nd chain from hook, make 1 single crochet (sc), and sc in each ch across.
   → You now have 40 sc.
   Ch 1, turn.

Step 2: Start the Popcorn Stitch Pattern

Popcorn Stitch Formula:

• [Popcorn = 5 dc in same st, remove hook, insert into 1st dc, pull loop through]

Pattern Repeat (Row 2 example):

1. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), skip next stitch, work 1 popcorn stitch in next stitch, ch 1, skip 1 stitch, repeat across.

2. End with 1 dc in last stitch.

3. Ch 1, turn.

✨ Row 3 (and all wrong-side rows):

• Work 1 sc in each stitch and in each ch-1 space across.

Repeat Rows 2–3 to build your bag height.
Continue until desired length. Example: Repeat for 30 rows for ~10” tall bag.

Step 3: Fold and Seam the Bag

1. Fold the rectangle in half (right sides together).

2. Use whip stitch or slip stitch to seam up both sides.

3. Turn bag right-side out.

Step 4: Add Bag Straps

Option A: Crochet Straps

1. Ch 80–100 (depending on desired strap length).

2. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across.

3. Fasten off, attach ends evenly on both sides of the bag.

Option B: Use Leather/Ready-made Handles

• Sew them on using strong thread or yarn.

Step 5: Optional Lining and Closure

• Cut a fabric liner to size, sew or glue it inside.

• Add a magnetic snap, button, or zipper if desired.

Tips for Success

• Keep your tension consistent – popcorn stitches can tighten your work.

• Use stitch markers to track row ends and sides.

• Choose sturdy yarn – the texture of the popcorn stitch adds bulk, so soft yarns may stretch.

• For extra texture, use contrasting yarn every few rows.

✅ Final Thoughts

You now have a gorgeous textured crochet bag with the classic popcorn stitch pattern. It’s stylish, beginner-friendly, and perfect for gifts or everyday use.

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