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Slice Handbag Pattern

Slice Handbag Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Slice Handbag Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a Slice handbag using polypropylene/macrame cord for a sturdy, modern bag. It includes full instructions for the oval base and the side panel with marker placement tips and finishing details. The technique uses single crochet and slip stitch shaping to produce a clean, structured shape.

Slice Handbag Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Step-by-step rows and photo guidance help you follow along easily. The finished bag measures approximately 9 x 7 x 4 inches and uses common supplies.

Why You'll Love This Slice Handbag Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple macrame cord into a polished, wearable bag with minimal fuss. I enjoy how the oval base grows evenly with clear increase placement, creating a perfectly shaped foundation. The stitch techniques are satisfying and produce a professional texture that dresses up any outfit. I also love that you can adapt the cord color and hardware to match your style while following the same foundations.

Slice Handbag Pattern step 1 - construction progress Slice Handbag Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Slice Handbag Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Slice Handbag Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different cord colors to customize this bag; try a neutral body with a contrasting flap for a modern look.

I often change the cord thickness to alter the bag size — a thicker cord and larger hook makes a chunkier, more structured bag, while thinner cord yields a delicate clutch-sized version.

I like to add a fabric lining for a polished interior and extra durability; cut the lining to the inside measurements and sew it in before attaching hardware.

For a different closure, replace the magnetic button with a zipper or a decorative toggle to change the bag's character.

I sometimes add decorative trims like tassels, pom-poms, or metal studs to the flap or strap ends for a bespoke finish.

If you want a shorter handle, create a braided strap from leftover cord and stitch it securely to the side rings.

I also enjoy adding pockets inside sewn from lightweight fabric for phone or keys — position them before sewing in the lining.

To make the bag crossbody-ready, increase strap length and attach sturdy snap hook rings; for a wristlet, use a shorter wrist strap and a single snap hook.

I recommend testing different placements for the magnetic button and hardware on a scrap first, so you can be sure of alignment before making permanent attachments.

I sometimes embroider small initials or add a subtle applique to personalize gifts; pick matching or metallic thread to complement the cord color.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not leaving a long enough tail when starting the oval can prevent securely closing rows later; leave about 80 inches (2 meters) for closing and finishing. ✗ Tight single crochet tension makes the piece stiff and small; keep SC loops pulled to the hook level (about 20 mm) and crochet a little loosely for the correct size. ✗ Forgetting to place markers at the indicated loops results in uneven shaping; place and rearrange the four markers in the 1st and 10th loops and follow instructions for moving them each odd row. ✗ Pulling slip stitches too tightly flattens the edge and makes joining difficult; crochet SlSt loosely when instructed and close the row with the end as shown to maintain shape. ✗ Skipping the instruction to insert the hook in the specified loop (for example the 5th loop left of the marker) will misplace increases; always count loops and insert exactly where directed to keep counts correct.

Slice Handbag Pattern

Create a stylish Slice handbag using macrame cord and simple single crochet techniques. This pattern walks you through crocheting a sturdy oval base and a neat side panel, with step-by-step photos and clear instructions. Perfect for making a handmade crossbody or clutch with a modern textured finish. You'll love the polished result and the chance to practice tidy stitch tension and shaping.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Slice Handbag Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Polypropylene / polyester cord, 4 mm, approximately 185 yards (165 meters) total
  • 02
    Example used: PP Macrame Medium cord, burgundy color, 2 skeins / 91 yards (82 m) each

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 5.5 mm
  • 02
    Magnetic sewing button, 18 mm
  • 03
    2 snap hook rings, 20 mm
  • 04
    2 snap hooks, 30 mm
  • 05
    4 stitch markers
  • 06
    Sewing needle and thread
  • 07
    Scissors
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    Ruler or tape measure (for checking loop height)

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— Crochet the Oval :

Info :

The diagram for crocheting the oval is in the appendix 1. The diagram shows odd rows. Leave the end of the thread about 80 inches (2 meters) long for closing the rows. Make the slip knot. Crochet the chain of 13 CH with two threads. To do this, make a yarn over, crochet 2 loops together. Repeat 13 times. Crochet the loops loosely, do not tighten.

Round 1 :

1 row. Crochet from the 2nd loop from the hook: 11 SC, 3 SC in 1, 11 SC to the other side, crochet the last SC with the end. Pull out the end, close the row with the end of the thread (=26). Insert the hook on both loops of the chain.

Info :

When crocheting SC, pull the working loop to the hook level by 20 mm.

Round 2 :

2 row. Insert the hook in the 2nd loop right behind the marker. Pull the loop.

Round 2 (cont) :

Crochet 25 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end of the thread. Close the row with the end (=26). Don't tighten SlSt, crochet loosely.

Info :

There are 10 loops between the side ones (3 SC in 1). Place 4 markers in the 1st and 10th loops. Place markers on the front loop only. Rearrange the markers into these loops of each odd row.

Round 3 :

3 row. Insert the hook in the 2nd loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 8 SC.

Info :

Crochet SC with diagonal stitches. To do this, from the front side, insert the hook under the right leg, from the back side - between the legs of the SC. Pull the working loop to the level of the hook.

Round 3 (cont) :

Next, crochet 3 Inc, 10 SC, 3 Inc, 1 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=32).

Round 4 :

4 row. Insert the hook into the 3rd loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 31 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Close the row with the end (=32).

Round 5 :

5 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 5 SC, (SC, Inc)*3, 10 SC, (SC, Inc)*3, 4 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=38).

Round 6 :

6 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 37 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Close the row with the end (=38).

Round 7 :

7 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 5 SC, (2 SC, Inc)*3, 10 SC, (2 SC, Inc)*3, 4 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=44).

Round 8 :

8 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 43 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Close the row with the end (=44).

Round 9 :

9 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 5 SC, (Inc, 3 SC)*3, 10 SC, (Inc, 3 SC)*3, 4 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=50).

Round 10 :

10 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 49 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Close the row with the end (=50).

Round 11 :

11 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 5 SC, (4 SC, Inc)*3, 10 SC, (4 SC, Inc)*3, 4 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=56).

Round 12 :

12 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 55 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Close the row with the end (=56).

Round 13 :

13 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 5 SC, 2 SC, Inc, (5 SC, Inc)*2, 3 SC, 10 SC, 2 SC, Inc, (5 SC, Inc)*2, 3 SC, 4 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=62).

Round 14 :

14 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 61 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only. Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Close the row with the end (=62).

Round 15 :

15 row. Insert the hook in the 5th loop, left of the marker. Pull the loop. Crochet 5 SC, (6 SC, Inc)*3, 10 SC, (6 SC, Inc)*3, 4 SC. Crochet the last SC with the end. Close the row with the end (=68).

Info :

Oval dimensions: ~ 13x9 inches (32x23 cm).

— Crochet the Side Part :

Info :

Put the oval with the seam facing up. Remove 2 markers on the left. Rearrange the markers to the right 5 stitches to the left.

Round 16 :

16 row. Insert hook in the loop with marker. Pull the loop, crochet 32 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only to the 2nd marker.

Round 17 :

17 row. 32 SC, CH.

Info :

Strengthen the end with which we closed the rows. Process with fire. Remove the markers, rearrange them into the 5th loops from the sides.

Round 18 :

18 row. 27 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only to the 2nd marker.

Round 19 :

19 row. 22 SC to the 1st marker, CH.

Info :

Count 5 more loops from the sides and place 2 more markers.

Round 20 :

20 row. 17 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only to the 3rd marker.

Round 21 :

21 row. 12 SC to the 2nd marker, CH.

Round 22 :

22 row. 17 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only to the last marker.

Round 23 :

23 row. Remove the 2nd and 3rd markers, 22 SC to the 1st marker, CH.

Round 24 :

24 row. Remove the last marker, 27 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only.

Round 25 :

25 row. Remove the 1st marker, 32 SC, CH.

Round 26 :

26 row. 32 SlSt to the other side on the back loop only.

Assembly Instructions

  • After completing the side panel, align the side with the oval base and place pins or markers evenly to hold the seam before sewing.
  • Sew the side to the oval using a yarn needle and matching cord tail with a whipstitch or mattress stitch for an even seam, hiding ends inside the bag.
  • Attach the magnetic sewing button to the inside of the flap using a sewing needle and strong thread, securing it through multiple passes and doubling the thread for strength.
  • Connect snap hook rings and snap hooks to the prepared strap ends; sew or crochet a strap loop securely into the side seams and attach hardware for a finished crossbody strap.
  • Weave in all ends neatly inside the bag and trim any excess; melt cord ends carefully with fire for a tidy finish where recommended.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the 1st and 10th loops and other marker positions each row for accurate shaping.
  • 💡Keep consistent tension and pull the working loop up to the hook level by about 20 mm when making SC to achieve the correct gauge.
  • 💡Crochet slip stitches loosely when instructed to avoid tightening the edge and to maintain the bag's shape during joining and side construction.
  • 💡Strengthen and secure any cord ends used to close rows by lightly melting or securing them as recommended for polypropylene cord.

This Slice handbag pattern combines practical construction with modern texture and durable macrame cord for a bag you can wear every day. Whether you make it in a bold burgundy or a neutral tone, it will become a favorite accessory. Enjoy the process of shaping the oval base and sewing on the side for a polished, handmade finish. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures approximately length 9 inches (23-24 cm), height 7 inches (17-18 cm), width 4 inches (10 cm). The oval base measures about 13 x 9 inches (32 x 23 cm).

Can I use different yarn or cord for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different cord or yarn, but this will affect the final size and texture. The pattern uses 4 mm polypropylene/macrame cord and a 5.5 mm hook; if you change weight, adjust hook size and check gauge.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic knowledge of single crochet, slip stitch, increases, and counting loops is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience, speed, and whether you add lining or extra details.