You can find this pattern for free on my blog, or you can purchase an ad-free printable PDF version (including a text only version).

This mermaid tail bag pattern has both a child and an adult size option. Each is made with less than 1 skein of worsted weight yarn (I used I Love This Yarn!). You will also some worsted weight yarn in a contrasting color. Everything is worked using a size I (5.5mm) crochet hook except for the optional starfish on the child-sized pattern, which uses a 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook. But you can easily substitute different hooks since gauge isn’t critical.

A tapestry needle is required for assembly. I would also recommend using a stitch marker to help you keep track of your place when working in the round.

Step by step photos of the bag are provided to help you with the pattern. Although the pictures are from the child sized bag, the construction is the same for the adult bag so it should be a useful reference for making either.

You’re welcome to do whatever you’d like to with finished products made from this pattern but if you do sell them, I ask that you link back to my page. You may not copy this pattern, repost it anywhere (either altered or in its original form), or claim it as your own. You may not use any photos on this site for your own use.