Free Pattern: The Galactic Capulin Cross Body Bag

Introduction

Embark on a cosmic journey with the Galactic Capulin Cross Body Bag, a crochet masterpiece inspired by the swirling galaxies and starry skies. This bag combines vibrant colors and intricate textures to create a truly otherworldly accessory. Perfect for carrying your essentials while showcasing your crochet skills, this pattern is designed for beginners and will guide you through each step with ease.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in the following colors:
  • Deep navy
  • Electric purple
  • Shimmering silver
• Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 single crochet (sc) and 16 rows = 4 inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

Base of the Bag

1. With deep navy yarn, create a magic ring.
2. Work 6 single crochet (sc) into the magic ring.
3. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (You should have 6 stitches)
4. Round 2: Chain 1 (ch 1), then work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (12 sts)
5. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* around. Join with a sl st. (18 sts)
6. Round 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st* around. Join with a sl st. (24 sts)
7. Round 5: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st* around. Join with a sl st. (30 sts)
8. Continue increasing in this pattern until you reach a total of 90 stitches.

Body of the Bag

7. Rounds 6-20: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (90 sts)
8. Switch to electric purple yarn.
9. Rounds 21-35: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (90 sts)
10. Switch to shimmering silver yarn.
11. Rounds 36-40: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (90 sts)

Strap

11. With deep navy yarn, chain 120.
12. Attach the strap to the opposite side of the bag opening with a sl st.
13. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

Flap Closure

14. With deep navy yarn, attach the yarn to the back of the bag opening.
15. Ch 1, sc in the next 45 stitches. Turn your work.
16. Row 1: Ch 1, sc2tog (single crochet two together), sc in next 41 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (You should have 43 sts)
17. Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 39 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (You should have 41 sts)
18. Continue decreasing in this pattern until you have 3 stitches remaining.
19. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing your Galactic Capulin Cross Body Bag! This vibrant accessory is not only a functional piece but also a testament to your crochet skills. Whether you're heading out for a casual day or a cosmic adventure, this bag will surely turn heads. Happy crocheting!