About This Round bag with t-shirt yarn Pattern
This pattern teaches you how to crochet a compact round bag using t-shirt yarn, with complete step-by-step instructions. You will make two circular halves, join them neatly, add hardware, and create a matching tassel. The finished bag has a sturdy canvas-like texture and a stylish leather valve and chain strap.
Clear photos and a linked video tutorial are included to guide you through tricky steps. The pattern is beginner friendly and focuses on single crochet shaping and finishing techniques.
Why You'll Love This Round bag with t-shirt yarn Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it turns basic stitches into a chic, wearable accessory that feels luxurious and sturdy. I enjoy how quickly the round base grows using simple increases, so you see progress fast. The combination of t-shirt yarn and steaming for a finished canvas look always impresses me. Sewing on hardware and adding the tassel makes each bag feel uniquely handmade and special.
Switch Things Up
I love to experiment with color when I make this pattern; try two contrasting colors for the base and the edge for a bold look.
To make the bag larger or smaller, I change the yarn weight and hook size — using thicker t-shirt yarn or two strands together creates a chunkier bag, while thinner yarn makes a more delicate version.
I often add a fabric lining to my bags for extra structure and to hide hardware seams; choose a lightweight cotton lining and hand-sew it in place after assembly.
For a more formal finish, I swap the chain strap for a leather strap or use metal hardware with brass or antique finishes to change the bag's aesthetic.
If I want a more boho style, I make a longer tassel and add multiple tassels around the snap hook-rings for extra movement.
I sometimes embroider initials or small motifs on one half before joining to personalize each bag as a gift.
Try different edge trims — a small picot or an extra round of reverse single crochet can change the silhouette and make the bag look more finished.
To create a convertible strap, I add snap hooks at several positions so I can switch between a short shoulder strap and a longer crossbody strap.
I also like to experiment with closures: magnetic snaps are quick and invisible, while a decorative button and loop give a handmade charm.
For an eco-friendly version, I use upcycled t-shirt material cut into strips from old shirts and braid them for a rustic strap to match the crocheted body.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Pulling yarn from the middle of the bobbin; always pull the thread from the outside to prevent twisting and make crocheting easier.
✗ Crocheting into the wrong loop or orientation; insert the hook between the legs of each stitch to create a split single stitch for a neater fabric.
✗ Forgetting to tighten and hide the starting tail after the 2nd row; pull the end through the first row stitches from the wrong side, tighten and hide the tail to close the hole.
✗ Cutting the thread too early before finishing the trim; do not cut the thread until you have crocheted the base trim SlSt and hidden the end securely.
✗ Overstuffing or under-steaming the circle; steam the circle through a damp cloth at high setting to get a smooth canvas look, then allow to cool and set before joining.
