Bone Appetreat Crochet Skull Trick-or-Treat Bag Pattern

Bone Appetreat Crochet Skull Trick or Treat Bag Pattern

As Halloween approaches, what better way to collect treats than with a funky crochet trick-or-treat bag? The Bone Appetreat Crochet Skull Trick or Treat Bag is a fun and stylish accessory for kids and adults alike. In this article, we’ll explore the materials you need, step-by-step instructions for crafting the bag, and finishing touches to make your bag truly stand out!

this Pattern

Materials Needed

To create your Bone Appetreat Crochet Skull Trick or Treat Bag, gather the following materials:

• Yarn:
  • Peaches & Crème™
    • Main Color (MC) White (11005): 1 ball (70.9 g / 2.5 oz; 109 m / 120 yds)
    • Contrast A Black (11040): 1 ball (70.9 g / 2.5 oz; 109 m / 120 yds)
• Crochet Hook: Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) Susan Bates® Silvalume® or size needed to obtain gauge
• Yarn Needle: Susan Bates® yarn needle
• Lightweight Cardboard: For the bottom of the bag

Crochet Instructions

Bag Construction

1. Begin: With MC, ch 4. Join with sl st to form a ring.

2. 1st Round: Ch 2. Work 11 hdc in the ring. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 12 hdc.

3. 2nd Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the same space as the sl st. Then, work 2 hdc in each hdc around. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 24 hdc.

4. 3rd Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the same space as the sl st. Then, work 1 hdc in next hdc. *2 hdc in next hdc, 1 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * to end. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 36 hdc.

5. 4th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each hdc around. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2.

6. 5th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the same space as the sl st. Then work 1 hdc in each of the next 2 hdc. *2 hdc in next hdc, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 hdc; repeat from * to end. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 48 hdc.

7. 6th Round: Repeat the 4th round.

8. 7th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 2 hdc. *2 hdc in next hdc, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 hdc; repeat from * to last hdc. Work 2 hdc in the last hdc. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 60 hdc.

9. 8th Round: Ch 2 and working in the back loop only of each hdc, work 1 hdc in each hdc around. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2.

10. 9th to 13th Rounds: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each hdc around. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2.

11. 14th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the same space as the sl st. Then, work 1 hdc in each of the next 4 hdc. *2 hdc in next hdc, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 hdc; repeat from * to end. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 72 hdc.

12. 15th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the same space as the sl st. Then, work 1 hdc in each of the next 5 hdc. *2 hdc in next hdc, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 hdc; repeat from * to end. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2 for a total of 84 hdc.

13. 16th to 22nd Rounds: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each hdc around. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2.

Bag Shaping Section

14. 23rd Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 4 hdc. Hdc2tog. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 5 hdc. Repeat from * to last 2 hdc. Hdc2tog. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2.

15. 24th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 3 hdc. *Hdc2tog. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 4 hdc; repeat from * to last 2 sts. Hdc2tog. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2.

16. 25th Round: Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 2 hdc. *Hdc2tog. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 3 hdc; repeat from * to last 2 sts. Hdc2tog. Join with sl st to the top of ch 2. Fasten off.

Eyes (Make 2)

1. With Contrast A, ch 8.

2. 1st Round: Work 2 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook. Work 1 sc in each of the next 5 ch. Work 3 sc in the last ch. Without turning, work 1 sc in each of the remaining loops of the foundation ch to the last ch. Work 1 sc in the last ch. Join with sl st to the first sc.

3. 2nd Round: Ch 1. Work 3 sc in the first sc. Work 1 sc in each of the next 7 sc. Work 3 sc in the next sc. Work 1 sc in each of the next 8 sc. Join with sl st to the first sc. Fasten off.

Handle

1. Begin with MC, ch 45.

2. 1st Row: Work 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook. Work 1 sc in each ch to the end of the chain. Turn.

3. 2nd Row: Ch 1. Work 1 sc in each sc to the end of the row. Turn. Repeat this last row 4 more times. Fasten off.

Finishing and Assembly

• Sew the eyes to the bag.
• With Contrast A, embroider the mouth and teeth to complete the skull’s face.
• Attach the handle to either side of the bag.
• Cut a circle of cardboard to fit in the bottom of the bag for support.

Conclusion

The Bone Appetreat Crochet Skull Trick or Treat Bag is not just a functional item; it’s also a canvas for your creativity and skill. Whether you keep it for yourself or gift it to a loved one, this bag is sure to be a hit this Halloween! So grab your yarn and hook, and let’s get crocheting! Happy Halloween!