Trendy Crochet Shoulder Bag – Free Pattern!

Looking for a unique and charming crochet project?

This Mushroom Tote Bag is fun, creative, and perfect for everyday use.

Inspired by the Sunflower Bag from Crochet 365 Knit Too, this design brings a playful touch to a classic crochet bag.

Follow the step-by-step instructions below to make your own!

Materials Needed:

• US G/6 crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Worsted weight acrylic yarn:
  • Tan – 4 oz (Craft Smart in Taupe)
  • Green – 3.5 oz (Loops and Threads Impeccable in Green Lagoon)
  • Small amounts of:
    • Red (Craft Smart in Bright Red)
    • Bright orange (Red Heart Super Saver in Pumpkin)
    • Light orange (Hand Made Modern in Sunrise)
    • Gold (Red Heart Super Saver in Gold)
    • Burgundy (Red Heart Super Saver in Claret)
    • Dark orange (Red Heart Soft in Tangerine)

Pattern Instructions

Follow these steps to crochet the bag. Each section builds a part of the design.

Squares (Make 13)

1. Use green yarn.
2. Round 1: Chain 2 into a magic ring, double crochet 11, slip stitch to first double crochet, and pull the ring closed. You have 12 stitches.
3. Round 2: Chain 2, double crochet increase in the same stitch, double crochet increase in each stitch, slip stitch to first double crochet. You have 24 stitches.
4. Round 3: Chain 2, double crochet in same stitch, double crochet increase, repeat double crochet 1, double crochet increase around, slip stitch to first double crochet. You have 36 stitches.
5. Round 4: Chain 2, double crochet in same stitch, double crochet 1, double crochet increase, repeat double crochet 2, double crochet increase around, slip stitch to first double crochet. You have 48 stitches.
6. Switch to tan yarn.
7. Round 5: Chain 2, half double crochet 1, double crochet 3, treble 1, work (treble 1, chain 2, treble 1) in next stitch, repeat treble 1, double crochet 3, half double crochet 3, double crochet 3, treble 1, (treble 1, chain 2, treble 1) in next stitch 3 times, treble 1, double crochet 3, half double crochet 1, slip stitch to first chain 2. Fasten off.

Note: Leave a long tail if sewing squares together. Leave a short tail if slip-stitching them.

Mushroom Top (Make 12, 2 in Each of 6 Colors)

1. Chain 11.
2. Row 1: Single crochet in 2nd chain from hook, single crochet across. You have 10 stitches.
3. Row 2: Decrease 1, single crochet 6, decrease 1. You have 8 stitches.
4. Row 3: Decrease 1, single crochet 4, decrease 1. You have 6 stitches.
5. Row 4: Decrease 1, single crochet 2, decrease 1. You have 4 stitches.
6. Row 5: Decrease 2. You have 2 stitches.
7. Single crochet around the edge for a round shape.
8. Fasten off. Leave a long tail to sew onto a square.

Pick your colors—red, bright orange, light orange, gold, burgundy, or dark orange—to make each mushroom pop.

Mushroom Bottom (Make 12, Use Tan)

1. Chain 7.
2. Row 1: Single crochet in 2nd chain from hook, single crochet 1, half double crochet 2, double crochet 1, double crochet 3 in last chain.
3. Crochet on the underside: double crochet 1, half double crochet 2, single crochet 2.
4. Fasten off. Leave a long tail to sew onto a square.

These tan pieces form the mushroom stems.

Assembly

Put the bag together with these steps:

1. Sew mushroom tops and bottoms onto 12 squares. Leave 1 square plain for the bag’s bottom.
2. Arrange squares using the Sunflower Bag layout from Crochet 365 Knit Too. See it here.
3. Join squares by sewing or slip stitching.
4. Add edges and handles. Follow the Sunflower Bag pattern, but chain 105 for handles instead of 70.
5. Weave in all yarn tails.

Your bag now has a playful mushroom look!

Final Thoughts

This Mushroom Tote Bag is a fun, creative project that brings a whimsical touch to your crochet collection.

Perfect for everyday use or gifting, this bag will surely be a favorite!

Looking for more crochet patterns?

Check out Crochet 365 Knit Too for the original inspiration.