Jolly Chunky Bag

This is a smaller, neater version of my original big floppy yarn bag, this time made with chunky yarn. You will need approximately 400g of chunky yarn to make this bag using a 5mm hook.

Before we begin, a little summary of the basic stitches. I'm writing using UK crochet terms ::

sl st [slip stitch] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch, then through the loop on your hook.

dc [double crochet] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (two loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops on hook (note :: this is equivalent to the US sc stitch)

htr [half treble]:: yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through all three loops on hook (note :: this is equivalent to the US hdc stitch)

tr [treble] :: yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through two loops on hook (two loops left on hook), yarn over and pull through remaining two loops (note :: this is equivalent to the US dc stitch)

For the very first round you will work out of the central ring, but for all other rounds, work out of the stitches.

CIRCULAR BASE

There are nine rounds in the base, which should measure roughly 23cm when complete. As follows :

To begin, chain 4, join with a slip stitch to make a ring.

Round 1 :: chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then work 10 more treble stitches into the ring.
Join with a slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3.
Fasten off (you should have 11 stitches in your circle)

Round 2 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
 Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then 1 tr into SAME STITCH.
*tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between **, making two tr's into each stitch.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (you should now have 22 stitches in your circle)

Round 3 ::  Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next stitch, then tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between **, alternating between single and double tr's in each stitch.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (33 stitches)

Round 4 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next 2 stitches, tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between ** until you complete the round.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (44 stitches)

Round 5 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next 3 stitches, tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between ** until you complete the round.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (55 stitches)

Round 6 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next 4 stitches, tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between ** until you complete the round.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (66 stitches)

Round 7 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next 5 stitches, tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between ** until you complete the round.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (77 stitches)

Round 8 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin..
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next 6 stitches, tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between ** until you complete the round.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (88 stitches)

Round 9 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.
Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then tr into same stitch.
*tr once into next 7 stitches, tr twice into next stitch*.
Repeat between ** until you complete the round.
Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (99 stitches)

SIDES

There are 18 rows which make up the sides, as follows ::

Round 1 :: Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.

Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then work 1 tr into each stitch around.

Slip stitch in 3rd chain of initial chain 3 and fasten off (99 stitches)

Rounds 2 - 18 :: repeat as for Round 1, changing colours with each round. All rounds are worked with the right side (the outside of the bag) facing you.

SCALLOP EDGING

Join in a new colour and pull a loop through the first stitch to begin.

*Work 1 htr and 1 tr in next stitch.

Work 1tr and 1 htr in next stitch.

Slip Stitch in next stitch.*

Repeat between ** until your last sl st which should be made in the very first stitch where you started the round. Fasten off.

STRAPS

{colour 1} Chain 82.

Row 1 {colour 1} :: Starting in 2nd chain from hook, work 1dc in each stitch, changing colour when you make the last yarn-over in the last stitch.

Row 2 :{colour 2}: chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 3 :: chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across, changing colour when you make the last yarn-over in the last stitch.

Row 4 :: {colour 3} chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 5 :: chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across, changing colour when you make the last yarn-over in the last stitch.

Row 6 :: {colour 4} chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 7 :: chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across, changing colour when you make the last yarn-over in the last stitch.

Row 8 :: {colour 5} chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 9 :: chain 1, then work 1dc in each stitch across. Fasten off.

Make another one, identical to the first!

FLOWERS

Make eight flowers, in 8 different colours.

Chain 4, slip stitch into first chain to make a ring.

Round 1 :: Chain 3 (counts as 1 tr), then make 11 tr's into the ring. Slip stitch into 3rd chain of initial ch-3 to close round, but DO NOT FASTEN OFF.

Round 2 :: *in the next stitch work 1 htr and 1 tr. In the next stitch, work 1 tr, 1 htr and 1 slip stitch.*

Repeat between ** until six petals made. Fasten off.

LEAVES

Make eight leaves, using two different colour greens if possible.

Chain 8. Beginning in 2nd ch from hook, work the following stitches ::

dc, htr, tr, 2tr, tr, htr, dc.

Chain 2, slip stitch into 2nd chain from hook to form a picot point.

Working out of the single foundation chain loops down the opposite side ::

dc, htr, tr, 2tr, tr, htr, dc.

Slip stitch into first chain to finish, fasten off.

MAKING UP

Position your first handle so that you have 5 scallops showing between each end. The ends of the handle should cover the scallop edging and the first three rows of crochet, as shown above. Pin in place, then stitch securely.

Position your second handle on the opposite side of the bag, lining it up with the first handle and making sure there are 5 scallops showing between each end. Pin in place, then stitch securely.

Position your leaves, two underneath each handle end and stitch in place, as shown above.

Now position your flowers so that they overlap the leaves very slightly and cover the end of your handles. Pin in position, then neatly stitch in place.

Lastly, using sewing thread and a fine needle, stitch one button to the centre of each flower.

To make my bag, I've used 8 colours of Stylecraft Chunky acrylic, with 8 coloured buttons. You can buy this pack (the yarn and the buttons) from Wool Warehouse HERE. The buttons are also available on their own HERE. You can find lots more pictures and read about the making of the bag here.

 

Colour information....you can of course make this bag out of any chunky yarn you wish. If you are using the above pack of Stylecraft Special Chunky, then I thought it might help if I list the exact colour sequence to help you achieve the Attic24 Random Look! As follows ::

Base (9 rounds in total)

Denim, Lavender, Fondant, Raspberry, Meadow, Aspen, Lavender, Camel, Fondant.

Sides (18 rows in total)

Lipstick, Denim, Aspen, Meadow, Lavender, Raspberry, Listick, Camel, Denim, Fondant, Raspberry, Meadow, Aspen, Lavender, Lipstick, Fondant, Camel, Meadow.

Shell Edging is worked in Denim.

Handles (9 rows in total)

Foundation chain and row 1 :: Denim.

Rows 2 & 3 :: Aspen

Rows 4 & 5 :: Lavender

Rows 6 & 7 :: Fondant

Rows 8 & 9 :: Lipstick

Leaves ( 8 in total)

make 4 in Meadow and 4 in Aspen

Flowers (8 in total)

make 1 of each colour

 ♥ HAVE FUN!!!!!!!! ♥

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Comments

[Victoria Gregory]

Hi Lucy,

I'm just finishing making this bag for a friend - it's a joy to make - thank you!

[Sandy]

Thank you for the pattern & color inspiration. I absolutely LOVE your work. I am working on crocheting every day & getting better. (I'm a newbie since November) After the scarf I'm working on, this bag is my next project and I am excited! Hug hug hug!!!

[Carolynn Churchill]

I love the chunky bag can't wait for it to be b a cm ok n stock.

[Henriette Mortensen]

♡I simply LOVE yoymur beautyful crochet!♡

[Moya]

Do you have a pinterest, with this and other patterns on it? Thank you

[Irit Marom]

Love your taste and your colourful crochet bag!

[Kay Crone]

Hi Lucy, I love this bag and use mine all the time. I have been asked to make a few for other people, and just wanted to clarify what your position is on me charging for them, mainly to cover the costs of materials, plus a little for my time. I always tell people that the pattern is on your website, but these are people who either don't crochet, or don't have the time to make one. I'd appreciate your feedback on this, before I commit to making them. Thanks, and hope to make it to Yarndale this year and maybe get to meet you!

[flavia]

Oh !!! I had my pack today for a self-made birthday present !! I'm so happy and in love with the colors and I can't start working on my bag ! Indeed a happy birthday for me :)

[Janet linehan]

My daughter bought me the pack for this bag for Christmas and I have almost finished it! Just the flowers and leaves to stitch on. It has been such a lovely project for the time between Christmas and New Year. Many thanks for the pattern and putting together the pack. Janet

[Robin Summers]

I ordered my package of yarn for the Jolly Chunky bag. (The second one you made) I can't wait for it to arrive! I am so in love with the colors and the way it looks. Even though I am currently working on the Cosy afghan as well I am so excited about working on both of the projects together. I always work on two things at the same time. It is very relaxing to me. Especially when I get in a bit of frustration with one I just hop over to the other project until I am relaxed once again. Lucy I adore your blog and all of your brillant crocheted projects. You are such a talented woman. Thanks once again for all of the color that you add to my world. Love and joy to you and your family.
Robin

[Christine Murphy]

I am interested in ordering yarn for the Original Crochet Bag but I need a list of the colors and how many of each to order. I love the colors and the size of the first bag. The second bag is really lovely but it has much more red and I am in love with the colors of the first bag. I hope you reply quickly as I am excited to place an order and get to hooking. Thanks for sharing your talents!

Christine Murphy (Chris)
From Augusta, Georgia, USA (Home of the Masters Golf Tournament)

[Lynn Walsh]

Just got my pack for this and thoroughly enjoying every round. Have donated my appreciation to your coffee fund. Many thanks.

[Janet]

Hi there. I've just made one of these bags using two strands of the Stylecraft dk. It works out the same as using chunky and of course you have wonderful colours available in the dk. Thanks Lucy for all your input into making us all so excited about colour and creating. Long may you keep up the good work.

[maria]

gracias me encanta yo tejo en mi tiempo libre muy lindo bolza

[lisa ault]

I have just completed my bag for my step mum and lined it with some cath kidson fabric to make it a little more secure when carrying things in it as she plans to use it as a day to day bag!!!

Thank you so much for providing the lovely pattern xx

[Janet Ellis]

I have just ordered this yarn pack to make this lovely bag. I simply cannot get these luscious colours in my town. I am really looking forward to beginning to make this. I can see me making more visits to Wool Warehouse!

Thanks Lucy x

[Jacqueline Smee]

Please can you tell me if I could use this yarn to make the big version of your bag and, if so, would 2 packs of the yarn be enough? Very new to crochet but just love the bags. Thank you for such a marvellous source of information

Regards

Jacqueline

[Rebecca~theburdenissweet1]

May I have your permission to use your first photo for the a Ravelry database for the pattern page I worked on for the Jolly Chunky Bag?

Thank you,
Rebecca

[Judith Rigg]

Thank you so much Lucy for your patterns and hour lovely smiles and happy posts. Finished both patterns and they look great. Looking forward to Yarndale!

[Darrah]

I bought one of your packs from Wool Wearhouse and I love the yarn!!! I'm keeping that yarn for another project, but I used your pattern to make one of these super cute bags to give to my childrens teacher as a gift. Here's a picture of how mine turned out! Thank you for all that you do and your sharing! http://thebuttonbuffalo.blogspot.ca/2014/05/variation-on-theme-lucys-jolly-chunky.html

[Sarah]

Help - my base is all puckered and I've followed the pattern SO carefully! What Have I done wrong?

[Corey Elliott]

I've finished the body of my Raindrops cushion, just need my hubby to retrieve my darning needle to sew up the edges. My 2 year old daughter is pretty sure it is her's. I might need to order a second pack if I want a cushion for myself. Started my bag last night and got the bottom finished. It is working up so quickly and I am loving the colors you chose. So glad to hear you are earning a commission from the packs! Have a blessed Sunday!

[Paige Price Mitchell]

Hi Lucy - I absolutely adore your work. Your color sense and mirth are so inspirational! Thank you so much from the USA! xoxo Paige

[lynn taylor]

Hi Lucy
Thank you so much for the pattern. I am just learning to crochet and ordered the pack to make the bag and the raindrops cushion. The bag worked out really well though I made it smaller with longer, narrower handles. Haven't quite got to grips with the raindrops cushion but will keep trying. Love your work and wish I was closer to visit Yarndale!!
Best wishes
Lynn

[Bethany]

Hi Lucy--
Could you add a note as to what hook sizes you used for the bag itself and the flowers?
Thanks!