Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag Pattern

Crochet enthusiasts and Halloween lovers alike will adore this fun and quirky Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag! This playful accessory is perfect for carrying your essentials while showcasing your crochet skills. The reflective yarn ensures you’ll stand out, especially during nighttime outings. Follow along with this detailed pattern to create your very own creepy bag complete with delightful eyes!

About the Bag

The Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag is an exciting project that combines practicality with an imaginative design. The unique eyes add character and can be customized to express different emotions. Made from RED HEART® Reflective™ yarn in a striking black and neon green combination, this bag is not only eye-catching but also serves a purpose — it’s a stylish way to carry your belongings.

Key Features:

• Design: Fun and whimsical bag with oversized creepy eyes.
• Material: Reflective yarn for visibility and style.
• Construction: Worked in rounds with separate appliqué eyes that are sewn onto the bag.

Materials

this Pattern

To complete this project, gather the following materials:

Yarn

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

Crochet Hooks

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

Notions

• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker
• 8 black shank buttons (2 each 7 ⁸⁄₈” (22 mm) and 3 ⁸⁄₈” (9.5 mm))
• Four ½” (13 mm) ball buttons, two ½” (13 mm) ball buttons
• Sewing needle and black thread
• Fabric sealant (optional)

Special Technique: Adjustable-Ring Method

The bag begins with an adjustable ring, an essential technique for creating projects that start in the round. To create the adjustable ring:

1. Wrap the yarn into a ring, ensuring that the tail falls behind the working yarn.
2. Grip the ring and tail firmly between your middle finger and thumb.
3. Insert the hook through the center of the ring, yarn over (with the working yarn), and draw up a loop.
4. Work stitches of the first round into the ring, working over both strands (the tail and the ring).
5. After completing the first round of stitches, pull gently but firmly on the tail to tighten the ring.

Pattern: Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag

Bag (Worked in Rounds; Larger Hook and Color A)

With the larger hook and Color A, ch 31.

Round 1:

• Working in back bumps only, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 28 ch, 3 sc in next ch; working on the opposite side of foundation ch, sc in first 29 ch, 3 sc in last ch; join with slip st in first sc—64 sc.
• Place a marker for the beginning of the round and move the marker up as each round is completed.

Round 2-34:

• Sc in each st around.

Round 35:

• Sc in each st around; change to B; join with slip st in first sc.

Round 36:

• Ch 1, sc in each st around; change to A; join with slip st in first sc.

Rounds 37 and 38:

• Repeat Rounds 35 and 36. Cut B at the end of Round 38.

Round 39:

• Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with slip st in first sc. Fasten off.

Straps (Make 2) (Larger Hook and Color B)

With larger hook and B, ch 51.

Round 1:

• Working in back bumps only, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 48 ch, 2 sc in next ch; working across the opposite side of the foundation ch, sc in next 49 ch, 2 sc in last ch; join with slip st in first sc—102 sc.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Eyes (Appliques; Make Pairs as Indicated)

Create various eye shapes to bring personality to your bag!

Large Round Eyes (Make 2) (Smaller Hook and Color B)

With the smaller hook and B, make an adjustable ring, ch 1.

Round 1:

• Work 6 sc in ring; join with slip st in first sc—6 sc.
• Pull gently on the tail to tighten the ring. Place a marker for the beginning of the round and move the marker up as each round is completed.

Round 2:

• Ch 1, 2 sc in the same st as join and in each st around; join with slip st in first sc—12 sc.

Small Round Eyes (Make 2)

• Work the same as Rounds 1 and 2 of large round eyes. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

“Bug” Eyes (Make 2) (Smaller Hook and Color B)

With the smaller hook and B, make an adjustable ring, ch 1.

Round 1:

• Work 6 sc in ring; join with slip st in first sc—6 sc.
• Pull gently on the tail to tighten the ring.

Round 2:

• Ch 1, 2 sc in the same st as join, sc in next 5 sts; join with slip st in first sc—7 sc.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Large Semi-Circular Eyes (Make 2) (Smaller Hook and Color B)

With the smaller hook and B, ch 3.

Row 1:

• Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st in last ch, turn—6 sc and 1 slip st.

Row 2:

• Ch 1, sc in slip st, [2 sc in next st, sc in next st] twice, sc in next st, slip st in last st, turn—8 sc and 1 slip st.

Row 3:

• Ch 1, sc in slip st, [sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st] twice, sc in next st, slip st in last st—10 sc and 1 slip st.

Row 4:

• Ch 1, sc in slip st, sc in next 2 sts, [2 sc in st, sc in next st] 3 times, 2 sc in last 3 sts—18 sts.

Row 5:

• Ch 1, working across ends of rows and in the opposite side of foundation ch, sc 8 sts evenly spaced, slip st in first sc of Row 4.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Small Semi-Circular Eyes (Make 2)

Rows 1-3:

• Work the same as Rows 1-3 of large semi-circular eyes. Do not turn at the end of Row 3.

Row 4:

• Ch 1, working across ends of rows and in the opposite side of foundation ch, sc 6 sts evenly across, slip st in first st of Row 3.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Finishing

Use a photograph as a guide for the placement of straps and eyes. Follow these steps for assembly:

1. Pin a strap to each side of the bag at the top edge, evenly spaced from side edges, and sew in place.
2. Position eyes on the bag as desired and sew in place. For “bug” eyes only, stuff scraps of yarn under each eye before sewing is finished for a bug-eyed appearance.
3. With a sewing needle and thread, securely sew buttons for pupils on each pair of eyes. Alter the positions of the buttons to create various expressions.
4. Optional: Apply a drop or two of fabric sealant on the sewing thread to ensure that the knot doesn’t open.
5. Weave in ends.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crochet hook is used for this pattern?

You will need Susan Bates® Crochet Hooks in sizes 5.5 mm [US I-9] and 6 mm [US J-10].

Is this project worked in rows or rounds?

This project is worked primarily in rounds, which gives the bag its structure and shape.

Does this crochet project require assembly?

Yes, the bag requires assembly, particularly attaching the straps and eyes after crochet is complete.

Conclusion

The Crochet Creepy Eyes Bag is a delightful project that combines function and fun, making it a perfect accessory for Halloween or any playful outing. Following this pattern, you’ll not only enhance your crochet skills but also create something unique and eye-catching. Happy crocheting!