This crocheted purse tutorial using my Vintage Lace Granny Square design is so gorgeous! The crocheted bag is lined with a cotton fabric to give the bag more strength and durability. The lining can be sewn by hand, so there is no need for a sewing machine!
I haven’t written a post for awhile, as I am still dealing with some health issues. For this post, I have video tutorials that will take you step by step through the entire project. Before you ask…there are no written directions for the pattern, and I do apologize for that. I simply didn’t have the energy to create the written content as well.
I have divided this project into four tutorials starting with the Vintage Lace Granny Square, then I have the construction of the bag, followed by a tutorial on how to hand sew the lining. This tutorial shows how to add pockets, which then makes this bag useful as a purse. The last tutorial is on how to attach the handles and I offer a few different possibilities for that.
The yarn I used for this project was a thrift store find, so I don’t have an actual brand to recommend, but here are the supplies you will need to make this beautiful Vintage Lace Crocheted Purse (or bag). The finished square is 5″ (12.5 cm) in diameter.
- Number 3 lightweight yarn (cotton would be a good choice)
- Cotton broadcloth or quilting fabric (quantity depends on the size of your finished bag)
- 4mm or G-6 crochet hook (or size suited for your choice of yarn)
- Purse Handles, bamboo handles, strapping and/or rings
- Scissors (embroidery)
- Scissors (fabric)
- Darning and sewing needles
- Sewing thread to match the color of yarn used for the granny squares
- Optional: Conair Hand Steamer
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The first tutorial is for the Vintage Lace Granny Square which measures 5″ (12.5 cm) in diameter. You can either click on the image above to go to YouTube, or you can watch it here in the video below.
This is such a pretty pattern and I designed it as a tight pattern, so it would be well suited for a bag or purse.
The next tutorial is on how to make the actual bag by laying out the squares in a specific way and then sewing them together. I offer two options to make the bag in the size shown here or to make it a bit bigger. This bag uses 13 granny squares and the larger version uses 15 granny squares. You can watch this tutorial on YouTube or watch it here in the video below.
The third tutorial shows you how you can make the lining for the bag. This is an option, but I think it is a very good idea because a crocheted bag simply doesn’t have the strength or integrity to hold anything unless it is lined.
I show you how you can make the lining and add pockets, using a hand sewing technique, so a sewing machine is not required! If you do have a sewing machine, then you can check out my tutorial on how to make a more heavy-duty lining here.
To see the hand-sewn lining tutorial, just click on the image above to go to YouTube or watch it here on the video below.
Now the last tutorial is on how to add handles to this project. Between the lining with pockets and these very cool handles, this bag is definitely upgraded to a purse. While I show you a few different options to add handles, the option I use with the clip-on handles is so much fun!
The clip-on handles can be attached, as shown above, facing the front, or from side to side. When attached in that way, the purse has more of a square look and it can be worn on your back like a pack! Very cool! Click on the image to see the tutorial on YouTube or watch it here on the video below!
I hope you enjoy these tutorials, and again, I do apologize for not having written directions. Please share this post by clicking on the social share button and choosing an image from below.
If you liked this tutorial, then you may also like:
- Granny Square Tote Bag
- How to Crochet a Granny Square Blanket for Beginners
- Crochet and Beaded Bracelet