Description

Star Bag – 1970s Crochet Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: 10″ x 12.5″

There’s a certain retro charm to a hand-crocheted purse, and this vintage 1970s star bag pattern captures it perfectly. Worked in an open mesh stitch with a dimensional star appliqué at the center, this easy beginner-level crochet bag pattern comes together with simple double crochet and chain-space rows, making it one of the quicker crochet bag and purse patterns to complete. Swingy fringe along the bottom edge and two long twisted-cord straps give it an easy, bohemian drape — perfect for a festival, a farmers’ market run, or anyone who loves quick vintage crochet patterns with a bit of flair.

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Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Easy/Beginner.
Construction: Worked flat in a repeating four-row mesh pattern with a double strand of yarn, then folded in half and seamed along one long side; finished with a scalloped picot trim, two crocheted star motifs sewn to the front and back, fringe along the bottom, and twisted-cord straps.
Finished Measurements: 10″ x 12.5″.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US crochet terms, with full abbreviations included.
Stitches: Chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet; Cluster (as defined in the pattern’s abbreviations).

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Sport weight yarn such as Debbie Bliss Eco Baby or Cascade Yarns Botanika— approximately 4 oz, worked with a double strand throughout.
Substitute yarn: Chunky weight yarn such as Lion Brand Bulky to work with a single strand.
Crochet Hook Size: US G / 4.25 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and sewing star motifs in place.
Gauge: 9 pattern stitches = 2″ (worked with a double strand of yarn).

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