Celestial Waves Drawstring Backpack Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the cosmos with the Celestial Waves Drawstring Backpack, a delightful crochet project that captures the essence of the night sky. This backpack is perfect for those who love to carry a piece of the universe with them. With its intricate wave pattern and celestial colors, this backpack not only serves a practical purpose but also makes a stunning accessory. Whether you're heading to the beach, the gym, or just out for a stroll, this backpack will keep your essentials stylishly organized.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in navy, silver, and teal
• Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 single crochets (sc) x 16 rows = 4 inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Create the Base of the Backpack

1. Round 1: Using navy yarn, make a magic ring. Work 8 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (Total: 8 sc)
2. Round 2: Chain 1 (ch 1), then work 2 sc in each sc around. Join. (Total: 16 sc)
3. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in the next sc, 2 sc in the next sc* around. Join. (Total: 24 sc)
4. Continue Increasing: Continue this pattern of increasing until you have a total of 72 sc. To do this, in each round, you will increase the number of single crochets between increases by one (e.g., 1 sc, then 2 sc in the next, then 2 sc, then 3 sc in the next, etc.).

2. Work the Body of the Backpack

1. Work Even: Once you have 72 sc, work even in sc for 10 rounds. This means you will simply make 72 sc in each round without increasing.

3. Add Color Bands

1. Switch to Silver Yarn: Change to silver yarn and work 2 rounds of double crochet (dc). For each round, yarn over, insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over again, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through the last two loops.
2. Switch to Teal Yarn: Change to teal yarn and work 2 rounds of dc.
3. Repeat Color Pattern: Continue alternating the color pattern (navy, silver, teal) until the backpack measures 14 inches from the base. Make sure to measure from the bottom of the base to the top of the last round.

4. Create the Drawstring Casing

1. Drawstring Casing: Chain 3 (ch 3), then work dc in each sc around. Join. Repeat this step for 2 more rounds to create a sturdy casing for the drawstring.

5. Finish the Backpack

1. Fasten Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull the tail through the last loop to secure it. Weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle.
2. Create the Drawstring: With teal yarn, chain 150. This will be your drawstring. Weave it through the dc casing you created earlier.
3. Attach Straps: Cut two lengths of yarn, each 30 inches long. Secure each length to the bottom corners of the backpack. Then, thread each length through the top casing to create adjustable straps.

6. Final Touches

Once you have attached the straps, give your backpack a final check. Make sure everything is secure, and weave in any remaining ends. Your Celestial Waves Drawstring Backpack is now complete and ready to accompany you on your adventures!