Crochet Whimsical Retro Flap Backpack Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn (approximately 300 yards total in two contrasting colors)
• 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
• Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle
• Button (large and colorful)

Gauge: 15 double crochets (dc) and 10 rows = 4 inches. Adjust hook size as necessary to match gauge.

Backpack Measurements: Approximately 12" wide x 10" tall when completed.

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st = stitch
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side

Instructions:

Body of the Backpack

1. With Color A, ch 38.
2. Row 1: Sc in the second ch from the hook and in each ch across. (37 sc)
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), turn, dc in the next st and in each st across. (37 dc)
4. Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures 10" tall.

Creating the Flap

1. For the flap, ch 38 in Color B.
2. Row 1: Sc in the second ch from the hook and each ch across. (37 sc)
3. Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in each st across. (37 dc)
4. Repeat Row 2 until it measures 6" tall.

Assembly

1. Fold the body piece in half, and seam the sides together, leaving the top open for the flap.
2. Attach the flap by sewing it to the top edge of the body, centered.
3. Join the button on the front of the backpack beneath the flap for closure.

Straps

1. With Color A, ch 80 for the first strap. Row 1: Sc in all ch across.
2. Repeat the process for the second strap.
3. Attach both straps to either side of the backpack, adjusting the length as needed.

Finishing: Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle. Optional: Add embellishments like patches or appliqués to personalize your backpack!