Crochet Safe Travels Bag Pattern

Traveling can be a delightful adventure, and what better way to carry your essentials than with your very own crochet Safe Travels Bag? This easy-to-make, stylish bag not only showcases your crochet skills but is also practical for daily excursions or travels. Made from cozy and accessible yarns, this bag features beautiful granny square motifs that add a charming touch to your crafting repertoire.

About the Bag

This Safe Travels Bag is constructed using granny squares, a timeless crochet motif that eases into various projects. The design incorporates two distinctly different yarns for a vibrant look.

The bag is perfect for carrying small items like your wallet, phone, and keys. It’s designed with a sturdy strap and an elegant edging, ensuring both comfort and stability. Whether you’re heading out for a day trip or just running errands, this bag is a delightful way to showcase your crafts.

Materials

this Pattern

To create your Crochet Safe Travels Bag, you will need the following materials:

• Yarn:

  • Bernat® All in One™ Blanket Granny Square™ (8.5 oz/240 g; 178 yds/163 m) — Contrast A: 1 ball or 2 squares (1 ball makes 4 squares).
  • Bernat® Blanket Brights™ (10.5 oz/300 g; 220 yds/201 m) — Contrast B: 1 ball (or 133 yds/122 m).

• Hooks:

  • Susan Bates® Silvalume® crochet hooks: U.S. K/10½ (6.5 mm) and U.S. L/11 (8 mm) (or size needed to obtain gauge).

• Notions:

  • Susan Bates® yarn needle.

Crochet Abbreviations

For your convenience, the following standard abbreviations will be used throughout the pattern:

• ch – chain
• dc – double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• hdc – half double crochet
• sc – single crochet
• dcbp – double crochet back post
• sp – space
• RS – right side
• WS – wrong side

Pattern Notes

• The bag is worked with contrast colors. You can choose colors based on your personal preference or the occasion.
• It uses a combination of granny square motifs and a flat join, ensuring a flat surface that is both functional and stylish.

Construction

The crochet pattern consists of several parts:

• Granny Square Motif: Worked in rounds to create two identical panels.
• Joining Front and Back: The squares are seamlessly joined using a flat slip stitch chain method.
• Strap: A long chain is worked, then sc’ed for stability.
• Edging: The bag is finished with a stylish edging.

Now, let’s dive into the instructions to create your safe travels bag.

Instructions

Front and Back (Make Alike)

Granny Square Motif

With A, make 2. (See Diagram on page 2.)

Motif Construction (with larger hook)

1. Start: With larger hook, ch 4. Join with a sl st to the first ch to form a ring.

2. 1st rnd: (RS) Ch 6. (3 dc, ch 3) 3 times in ring. 2 dc in ring. Join.

3. 2nd rnd: Sl st in next ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. *Ch 1. (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. Ch 1. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join.

4. 3rd rnd: Sl st in next ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. *Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. Ch 1. 3 dc in last ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join.

5. 4th and 5th rnds: Sl st in next ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc) in each ch-1 sp to next ch-3 sp. Ch 1.* (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more, then from * to ** once. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join.

6. Edging (around each motif panel/side as given):

   • 1st rnd: Join B with sl st to any ch-3 corner sp. Ch 2. 2 hdc in same sp as sl st. 1 hdc in each dc and ch-1 sp to next corner ch-3 sp.* 3 hdc in corner ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice, then from * to ** once. 1 hdc in first corner ch-3 sp. Join with sl st to first hdc.

Side Gusset Row

1. Side Gusset Row: Ch 2 (does not count as st). 1 dcbp around each hdc along the left side of Motif. 1 dcbp around each of the next 3 corner hdc. 1 dcbp around each hdc along the bottom edge of Motif. 1 dcbp around each of the next 3 corner hdc. 1 dcbp around each hdc along the right side edge of the Motif. Fasten off at the top of the right side.

Join Front and Back

Note: Keep working yarn to WS of work so only flat sl st chain is visible on RS.

Flat sl st to join:

• With WS of Front and Back together (RS facing) and B, join sides by working through back loops only of each dcbp of Side Gusset, keeping working yarn to WS of work to create a flat sl st chain detail on RS of work. Fasten off.

Strap

1. Start: With smaller hook and B, ch 83.

2. 1st row: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of chain. Turn. (82 sc).

3. 2nd to 4th rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.

4. Fasten off at end of 4th row.

Finishing

1. Using B and the yarn needle, sew short ends of Strap to the top edge of Back at either side edge as shown.

Top and Strap Edging

Note: On one side, you will work into each sc of Strap, then into rem loop of foundation ch on the other side.

1. With RS facing and smaller hook, join B with sl st to 1st hdc at the top edge of Bag. Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across top to Handle. Work 1 sc in each sc or rem loop of foundation ch (see Note). Join with sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. Rep on the opposite side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What yarn is used for this crochet project?

You will need Bernat® All in One™ Blanket Granny Square™ for contrast A and Bernat® Blanket Brights™ for contrast B.

What crochet hook sizes should I use?

You will need Susan Bates® Silvalume® crochet hooks: a U.S. K/10½ (6.5 mm) and a U.S. L/11 (8 mm).

Does this bag require assembly?

Yes, the front and back panels are joined together, and the strap is sewn onto the top edges, requiring some assembly.

Is there a specific technique to join the granny squares?

The granny squares are joined using a flat slip stitch chain to maintain a neat finish.

How large will the finished bag be?

The pattern does not specify exact dimensions, but it is designed to comfortably carry daily essentials like your wallet and phone.

Conclusion

The Crochet Safe Travels Bag is not only a delightful project but also serves as a practical accessory for your daily outings or travel adventures. With its charming granny square motifs and sturdy construction, this bag reflects both functionality and style. Happy crocheting, and enjoy your creative journey in making this wonderful bag!