Bag of Tricks Crochet Free Pattern

Unravel the Mystery: Introducing the Bag of Tricks Crochet Along Pattern

Welcome to the Bag of Tricks Crochet Along, where we transform a simple set of motifs into a stunning modular crochet bag! If you’re a crochet enthusiast who loves a good mystery, this free crochet pattern is perfect for you. This project began with three intriguing motifs, leaving you wondering how they would come together. Now, in Part 5, the secret is finally revealed: those motifs evolve into a beautiful and functional crochet bag!

This pattern is not only a fun and exciting challenge but also a great way to expand your crochet skills. Each step of the way, you’ll discover new techniques and watch as your project transforms before your eyes. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a new project or an experienced crocheter seeking something unique, the Bag of Tricks is sure to become one of your favorite creations.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Bag Pattern:

Modular Design: Learn how to create a bag from individual motifs that come together in a seamless and stylish way.
Skill-Building: Perfect for crocheters of all levels, this pattern helps you master joining motifs and working in rows.
Versatile and Practical: This crochet bag is not only beautiful but also functional, making it a perfect accessory for any occasion.
Step-by-Step Guidance: With detailed instructions and helpful tips, you’ll easily follow along as the mystery unfolds.

Join the Bag of Tricks Crochet Along today and be part of a community of crafters who are just as excited to reveal the final design as you are. Share your progress on social media with the hashtag #BagOfTricksCAL and connect with fellow crocheters as we unravel this mystery together.

Don’t miss out on this exciting journey from motif to masterpiece! Download the free pattern now and start your Bag of Tricks adventure today.

What You’ll Need:

200 yds (182m) #4 worsted weight yarn
H/8 (5mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Scissors

Yarns I Used in the Making of Various Samples of this MCAL Project:

Stitches Used in this MCAL Mystery Crochet Along Project:

Chain (ch): Wrap the yarn over the hook in a clockwise direction. Draw the yarn through to form a new loop without tightening the previous one.
Single crochet (sc): Insert the hook into the work (or specified chain from hook), wrap the yarn over the hook and pull the yarn through the work only. Wrap the yarn around the hook again and pull it through both loops.
Slip stitch (slst): Insert hook into specified stitch. Wrap the yarn over the hook. Draw the yarn through the stitch and through the loop on the hook.
Half double crochet (hdc): Wrap the yarn over the hook and insert the hook into the specified stitch. Wrap the yarn over the hook, draw through the work only and wrap the yarn again. Draw through all three loops on hook.
Double crochet (dc): Wrap the yarn over the hook and insert the hook into the work (or specified chain from hook), wrap the yarn over the hook, draw through the work only and wrap the yarn again. Draw through the first two loops only and wrap the yarn around the hook again. Draw through the last two loops on the hook.
Double crochet through back loop only (dc-blo): Yarnn over the hook and insert the hook into the specified stitch through the back loop only. Yarn over the hook, pull through the work only (3 loops on hook). Yarn over, pull through the first two loops only. Yarn over, pull through the last two loops on the hook.

Part 1:

Ch4, slst to 4th ch from hook to form ring.

Round 1: Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc in ring, (ch3, 3dc in ring)x3, ch1, hdc to top of ch3 at beg of round to join. — 4 3dc sections, 4 ch3 sps

Note: (ch1, hdc) counts as a ch3 sp.

Round 2: Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc in ring, *ch1, skip 3 dcs, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * around, ch1, 3dc in net ch3 sp, ch1, hdc to top of ch3 at beg of round to join. — 8 3dc sections, 4 ch3 sps, 4 ch1 sps

Round 3: Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc in ring, *ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * around, ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc in next ch3 sp, ch1, hdc to top of ch3 at beg of round to join. — 12 3dc sections, 8 ch1 sps, 4 ch3 sps

Fasten off.

Part 2:

Second Motif:

Ch4, slst to 4th ch from hook to form ring.

Round 1: Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc in ring, (ch3, 3dc in ring)x3, ch1, hdc to top of ch3 at beg of round to join. — 4 3dc sections, 4 ch3 sps

Note: (ch1, hdc) counts as a ch3 sp.

Round 3: Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc in ring, (ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc I next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 3 dcs, 3dc in next ch3 sp, ch1, slst to adjacent motif’s ch3 sp, ch1, 3dc in same ch3 sp on working motif, slst to adjacent motif’s ch1 sp, 3dc in next ch1 sp on working motif, slst to adjacent motif’s ch1 sp, 3dc in next ch3 sp, ch1, slst to adjacent motif’s ch3 sp, ch1, slst to top of ch3 at beg of round to join. — 12 3dc sections, 8 ch1 sps, 4 ch3 sps

Fasten off.

Third Motif:

Ch4, slst to 4th ch from hook to form ring.

Rounds 1 – 3: Rep rounds 1 – 3 of second motif.

Fasten off.

Part 3:

Row 1; Join yarn with slst in first ch sp on second motif (see chart for position), ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc in ea of next 3 dcs, 1dc in next ch sp)x3, working along next motif, 1dc in first ch sp, (1dc in ea of next 3 dcs, 1dc in next ch sp)x3, turn work 90 degrees, 1dc in same chip, (1dc in ea of next 3 dcs, 1dc in next ch sp)x3, turn. — 39 dcs

Row 2: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc-blo in ea st across, turn. — 39 dcs

Rows 3 – 6: Rep row 3.

Fasten off.

Part 4:

Row 1: Join yarn with slst in 13th dc from end of row 6 from last section, ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc in ea of next 26 dcs, turn work 90 degrees, 2dc in ea of next 6 row-end sts, turn. — 39 dcs

Row 2: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc-blo in ea st across. — 39 dcs

Rows 3 – 6: Rep row 2.

Fasten off.

Join yarn with slst in 13th dc from end of row 6 from last section, ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc in ea of next 26 dcs, turn work 90 degrees, 2dc in ea of next 6 row-end sts, turn. — 39 dcs

Row 2: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc-blo in ea st across. — 39 dcs

Rows 3 – 6: Rep row 2.

Fasten off.

Part 5:

Watch the video for sewing the side seam of the bag.

Straps:

Join yarn in any of the four top corners of the bag, ch3, dc in same sp. *Ch3, dc in sp between last 2 sts. Rep from * until you have 26 ovals. Slst to adjacent top corner of bag. Fasten off. Repeat for second strap with remaining two top corners of bag.

Fasten off.

Here are the five (5) video tutorials for the Bag of Tricks free crochet along:

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Bag of Tricks: A Modular Mystery Unraveled