Embrace the holiday spirit with our delightful Crochet Poinsettia Granny Square Shoulder Bag! This charming accessory, featuring vibrant red and white poinsettia motifs against a lush green background, is perfect for adding a touch of festive elegance to your winter wardrobe. Handmade with love, it’s not just a bag, but a statement piece that truly captures the magic of the season.
Craft Your Own Holiday Masterpiece
Creating this stunning Poinsettia Granny Square Bag is a rewarding project that allows you to infuse your personal style into a functional accessory. Whether you’re making it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, the intricate floral design and festive colors are sure to bring joy and receive countless compliments. It’s an ideal way to carry your essentials while showcasing your crochet skills during gatherings or holiday shopping.
Poinsettia Granny Square (Make 8 total: 4 Red Poinsettia, 4 White Poinsettia)
Round 1 (Flower Center):
For Red Poinsettias, use Yarn E (Gold Metallic Thread). For White Poinsettias, use Yarn B (Red).
Create a MR. CH 1, 8 SC into the ring. Join with SL ST to the first SC. (8 SC)
Round 2 (Petals):
For Red Poinsettias, use Yarn B (Red). For White Poinsettias, use Yarn C (White).
Join petal color yarn in any SC of Round 1.
*CH 2, (HDC, 2 DC, HDC) in the same SC. SL ST into the next SC.* REP from * to * 7 more times. Join with SL ST to the first CH 2 space. FO. (8 Petals)
Round 3 (Squaring Off – Green):
Join Yarn A (Dark Green) in any SL ST between petals.
CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), 2 DC in the same SL ST. (This is the first half of a corner).
*CH 1, 3 DC in the next SL ST.
CH 1, (3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC) in the next SL ST (this forms a corner).
CH 1, 3 DC in the next SL ST.
CH 1, (3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC) in the next SL ST (another corner).* REP from * to * 2 more times.
After the last 3 DC cluster, CH 1, 3 DC in the next SL ST. CH 1, (3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC) in the next SL ST. CH 1, 3 DC in the next SL ST.
Join with SL ST to the top of the initial CH 3. FO. (4 corners, 4 sides with two 3-DC clusters each)
Bag Assembly
Prepare Panels: Arrange 4 squares (2 red, 2 white, alternating in a checkerboard pattern) to form a 2×2 panel for the front. Create another identical 2×2 panel for the back.
Join Squares: Using Yarn A (Dark Green), join the squares of each panel together using a SL ST or SC through the back loops only for a neat seam.
Join Panels: Place the front and back panels together, right sides facing each other. Using Yarn A (Dark Green), seam the two side edges and the bottom edge together using SL ST or SC. Turn the bag right side out.
Bag Base
Using Yarn A (Dark Green), join yarn to any ST on the bottom edge of the bag.
Round 1: CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST.
Round 2-3: CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST.
Round 4: Switch to Yarn D (Light Brown/Tan). CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST. FO.
Top Edging & Drawstring Casing
Join Yarn A (Dark Green) to any corner ST at the top opening of the bag.
Round 1: CH 1, SC evenly around the top opening. Join with SL ST.
Round 2-3: CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST.
Round 4 (Drawstring Casing): CH 2 (counts as HDC), HDC in the next ST. *CH 1, skip 1 ST, HDC in the next 2 STs.* REP from * to * around, ending with CH 1, skip 1 ST. Join with SL ST to the top of the initial CH 2.
Round 5: CH 1, SC in each HDC and CH 1 space around. Join with SL ST.
Round 6: CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST. FO.
Drawstring
Using Yarn A (Dark Green), CH 150 (or to desired length). FO.
Weave the drawstring through the CH 1 spaces of the drawstring casing (Round 4).
Crochet Baubles (Make 4-6)
Use Yarn B (Red) and Yarn A (Dark Green) with touches of Yarn E (Gold).
Round 1: MR, CH 1, 6 SC into ring. Join with SL ST. (6 SC)
Round 2: CH 1, 2 SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST. (12 SC)
Round 3-4: CH 1, SC in each ST around. Join with SL ST. (12 SC)
Stuff lightly with fiberfill.
Round 5: CH 1, SC2tog around. Join with SL ST. (6 SC)
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave tail through remaining STs and pull tight to close. Hide tail. Add small gold thread details if desired. Attach baubles to the ends of the drawstring.
Bag Strap
Using Yarn A (Dark Green) and Yarn D (Light Brown/Tan) together (or alternating colors).
CH 120 (or to desired shoulder length).
Row 1: SC in the 2nd CH from hook and in each CH across. (119 SC)
Row 2-3: CH 1, turn. SC in each ST across. (119 SC)
FO, leaving long tails. Attach the strap securely to the sides of the bag’s top opening using a yarn needle.
Finishing
Weave in all remaining loose ends.
Enjoy your festive Crochet Poinsettia Shoulder Bag!
