Discover how to crochet your very own stylish drawstring pouch, perfect for adding a touch of bohemian flair to any outfit. This versatile accessory can be worn as a belt bag or carried as a small purse, ideal for keeping your essentials close. With its intricate lacy pattern and charming wooden accents, this pouch makes a beautiful and practical handmade addition to your wardrobe.
Craft Your Own Bohemian Style Crochet Belt Bag
Handmade accessories bring unique charm and personality to your style. This crochet drawstring pouch not only offers a practical way to carry small items but also serves as a fashion statement. Customize it with your favorite yarn colors and bead choices to truly make it your own. It’s a fantastic project for intermediate crocheters looking to expand their skills and create something truly unique.
Crochet Pattern: Boho Chic Crochet Drawstring Pouch Pattern: Stylish & Versatile Belt Bag
This pattern is worked in rounds from the bottom up. Join each round with a sl st to the first st/ch unless otherwise specified.
Pouch Base (Solid)
Rnd 1: Start with a Magic Ring (MR). Ch 1, work 6 sc into MR. Pull ring tight to close. (6 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. (30 sc)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, *sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. (36 sc)
Rnd 7: Ch 1, *sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. (42 sc)
Rnd 8: Ch 1, *sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. (48 sc)
Pouch Body (Lower Solid Section)
Rnd 9-11: Ch 1, sc in each st around. (48 sc) (3 Rounds)
Pouch Body (Lace Pattern – Repeat Rnds A & B)
This section creates the openwork ‘flower’ or ‘diamond’ pattern. The stitch count will remain 48 at the end of each Rnd B.
Rnd A (Lace Foundation): Ch 1, sc in first st. *Ch 3, skip 3 sts, sc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc, 12 ch-3 spaces)
Rnd B (Lacy Petals): Ch 1, sc in first sc (the sc from Rnd A). *(Dc, ch1, dc) in next ch-3 space, sc in next sc*. Rep from * to * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc, 12 (dc, ch1, dc) V-stitches = 48 stitches)
Rnd 14-19: Repeat Rnd A then Rnd B three more times. (Total 4 repeats of the lace pattern, 8 rounds)
Pouch Top (Solid & Drawstring Channel)
Rnd 20-22: Ch 1, sc in each st around. (48 sc) (3 Rounds)
Rnd 23 (Drawstring Holes): Ch 2 (counts as 1 hdc). *Ch 1, skip 1 st, hdc in next st*. Rep from * to * around. Join with sl st to 2nd ch of ch2. (24 hdc, 24 ch-1 spaces)
Rnd 24: Ch 1, hdc in each hdc and each ch-1 space around. (48 hdc)
