Here's a detailed and comprehensive Crochet Drawstring Flower Bag Tutorial — perfect for beginners to intermediate crocheters who want to create a beautiful, functional, and handmade accessory. This long-form guide covers everything from materials and stitches to step-by-step instructions and customization ideas.

🌸 Crochet Drawstring Flower Bag Tutorial

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Project Time: 4–6 hours (depending on your speed)
Final Size: Approx. 8" wide x 10" tall (adjustable)

Crocheting a drawstring flower bag is not only a relaxing craft but also a stylish way to carry your essentials or create a handmade gift. This tutorial guides you through every step of making a charming, floral-inspired bag with a drawstring closure, perfect for spring and summer.

🧶 Materials Needed:

Before starting, gather the following materials:

Yarn:
- Main color (MC): 100g of worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn
- Contrast colors (CC): small amounts of yarn for the flower motif (3–4 colors)
Hook: 4.0 mm (G) or size suitable for your yarn
Scissors
Yarn needle (for sewing and weaving in ends)
Stitch markers (optional but helpful)
Drawstring cord (can be crocheted or store-bought)

🧵 Crochet Stitches & Techniques Used:

Make sure you're comfortable with these basic stitches:

Magic Ring
Chain (ch)
Slip Stitch (sl st)
Single Crochet (sc)
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
Double Crochet (dc)
Treble Crochet (tr)
Back Loop Only (BLO)
Increase & Decrease
Joining motifs (slip stitch join or whipstitch)

🌼 PART 1: Crochet the Flower Motif (Granny Style)

We'll begin by crocheting individual flower motifs that will make up the body of the bag.

🌸 Basic Flower Motif Pattern:

Each flower consists of 3 layers:

Round 1: Flower center
Round 2: Petals
Round 3: Square base (to join as granny squares)

🌸 Step-by-Step Flower Motif:

Round 1 – Center:

Magic ring, ch 2 (counts as first dc).
11 dc into the ring. Join with sl st to top of ch 2. (12 sts)

Round 2 – Petals:

Attach a new color in any dc.
(Ch 2, 3 dc in next st, ch 2, sl st in same st) – petal made.
Repeat for all 12 dc around. You should have 12 petals.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

Round 3 – Square Base:

Join new color in the base of any petal.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, ch 2, 2 dc in same st (corner made).
In next 2 spaces between petals, 2 hdc each.
Next space: 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc (next corner).
Repeat the pattern to form a square around the flower.
Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3.
Fasten off.

🎯 Tip: Make 13–16 motifs, depending on the size of your bag.

👜 PART 2: Join the Flower Motifs

You can join motifs using:

Slip Stitch Join: Place two motifs right sides together and sl st through both back loops.
Whipstitch: Use a yarn needle and stitch around the edge.

Suggested Layout:

Front & Back: 4 x 3 motifs each
Side Panels: 2 x 3 motifs each (optional if you want depth)
Bottom: 4 motifs joined in a row, then attached to the base

After joining, you’ll form a flat bag shape. Sew or crochet the sides and bottom together.

🔄 PART 3: Create the Upper Drawstring Section

After attaching motifs and forming the bag shape:

Attach Yarn at the Top Edge.
Round 1: Sc evenly around the top (working into the top of motifs). Join with sl st.
Round 2–4: Continue in sc or hdc. In Round 3, ch 1, sc in next 3 sts, ch 1, skip 1 st – to create holes for the drawstring.
Optional: Do a row in BLO for texture.

🧵 PART 4: Make the Drawstring

You have two options:

Option 1: Crochet a Cord

Ch about 90–110, depending on how long you want it.
Sl st in each ch to form a thicker cord.

Option 2: Use a Ready-made Cord or Ribbon

Thread through the holes you made in Round 3.
Add beads or tassels to ends for decoration.

🪡 PART 5: Finishing Touches

Weave in all ends using a yarn needle.
Block your bag for a neater look (especially the flower motifs).
Add lining fabric (optional but great for durability).
Attach strap if you want a shoulder or crossbody bag. You can crochet one or reuse an old belt/strap.

🎨 Customization Ideas

Here are some ways to make your flower drawstring bag even more personal:

Use gradient yarn for an ombré flower effect.
Add embroidery to plain areas.
Make larger motifs for a bigger bag.
Use sparkly or textured yarn for a festive look.
Add buttons, beads, or sequins to flower centers.

🧺 Care Instructions

To ensure your handmade bag lasts long:

Hand wash with cold water and mild soap.
Do not wring; reshape and lay flat to dry.
Store in a dry area to avoid mildew or fading.

🌟 Final Thoughts

Crocheting a drawstring flower bag is a fun and rewarding project that blends classic granny square techniques with modern utility. Whether you’re making it for yourself, as a gift, or even for selling at markets, this bag is a guaranteed show-stopper. The combination of color, texture, and function makes it a standout piece in any handmade collection.

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