Simple Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag Pattern

Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag Pattern

Are you ready to unleash your creativity and craft a spooky, yet stylish accessory? The Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag is a fun and eye-catching project that combines functionality with a hint of whimsy. This guide will take you through the materials needed, instructions, and finishing touches to bring your bag to life!

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Materials

To get started on your Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag, you will need the following materials:

Yarn:

• 3 balls of RED HEART® Reflective™ in 8012 Black (Color A)
• 1 ball of RED HEART® Reflective™ in 8671 Neon Green (Color B)

Hooks:

• Susan Bates® Crochet Hook 5.5 mm [US I-9]
• Susan Bates® Crochet Hook 6 mm [US J-10]

Other Supplies:

• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker
• 8 black shank buttons:
  • 2 buttons of size 7/8” (22 mm)
  • 3 buttons of size 3/8” (9.5 mm)
• 4 ball buttons of size ½” (13 mm)
• Sewing needle and black thread
• Fabric sealant (optional)

Now, let’s dive into the instructions!

Special Technique: Adjustable-ring Method

This technique is essential for starting your project:

1. Wrap the yarn into a ring, ensuring the tail is behind the working yarn.
2. Hold the ring and tail securely between your middle finger and thumb.
3. Insert your hook through the center of the ring, yarn over (with the working yarn), and draw up a loop.
4. Continue to work your initial stitches into the ring, working over both the tail and the ring.
5. After completing the first round of stitches, gently pull on the tail to tighten the ring.

Pattern Instructions

Bag (worked in rounds; larger hook and Color A)

1. Start with a chain of 31.

2. Round 1: In the back bumps only, single crochet (sc) in the 2nd chain from the hook and in the next 28 chains, then do 3 sc in the next chain. Now, working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in the first 29 chains, and finish with 3 sc in the last chain. Join with a slip stitch in the first sc (64 sc total).

3. Place a marker for the beginning of the round and move it after each round.

4. Rounds 2–34: Sc in each stitch around.

5. Round 35: Sc around and change to Color B; join with a slip stitch in the first sc.

6. Round 36: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around; change to Color A and join.

7. Rounds 37 and 38: Repeat Rounds 35 and 36. Cut Color B at the end of Round 38.

8. Round 39: Ch 1, sc around and join. Fasten off.

Straps (make 2) (larger hook and Color B)

1. With Color B, chain 51.
2. Round 1: In the back bumps only, sc in the 2nd ch from hook, then in the next 48 ch, 2 sc in the next ch; working on the opposite side, sc in the next 49 ch, and 2 sc in the last ch. Join with a slip stitch in the first sc (102 sc total). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Eyes (appliques; make pairs as indicated)

Large Round Eyes (make 2) (smaller hook and Color B)

1. Make an adjustable ring and ch 1.
2. Round 1: Work 6 sc in the ring; join. Pull the tail to tighten the ring.
3. Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in the same st as the join and in each st around; join.

Small Round Eyes (make 2)

1. Repeat the process for the large round eyes, fastening off with a long tail.

“Bug” Eyes (make 2) (smaller hook and Color B)

1. With an adjustable ring, ch 1.
2. Round 1: Work 6 sc in the ring; join.
3. Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in the same st as the join, sc in next 5 sts; join.

Large Semi-Circular Eyes (make 2) (smaller hook and Color B)

1. Ch 3, work 6 sc in the second ch from the hook, slip st in last ch, and turn.
2. Continue building semi-circular shapes as described in the guide.

Small Semi-Circular Eyes (make 2)

1. Follow the instructions for large semi-circular eyes, altering as specified.

Finishing Touches

To finish your Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag beautifully:

1. Pin a strap to each side of the bag, sew in place.
2. Position eyes on the bag, sewing them on securely. For the “bug” eyes, consider adding some yarn stuffing for extra flair.
3. Sew the buttons to create pupils in the eyes, experimenting with placements for different expressions.
4. Weave in any loose ends, and if desired, apply fabric sealant to secure your knot.

Conclusion

The Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag is an engaging and practical project perfect for any crochet enthusiast looking to add a playful touch to their accessories. Follow the above instructions, and enjoy the satisfaction of creating a one-of-a-kind bag that’s sure to turn heads!

Happy Crocheting!