Belle Raffia Bag

Crochet
August 2024
twisted raffia
DK (11 wpi) ?
16.5 stitches and 9 rows = 4 inches
in half double crochet (US), worked back and forth
3.5 mm (E)
755 - 875 yards (690 - 800 m)
One size — approx. 24 × 36 × 14 cm (9.4" × 14.2" × 5.5") Adjustable leather strap: 80 cm (31.5")
US
English
This pattern is available for $9.00 USD buy it now

“Belle” Raffia Bucket Bag Crochet Pattern – Step-by-Step Video Tutorial

This raffia crochet bucket bag will become your favorite summer accessory – stylish, versatile and 100% handmade by you! ✨ It perfectly matches both elegant skirts with heels and casual looks with sneakers and T-shirts. A must-have for summer and early fall.

With our detailed VIDEO masterclass you will easily crochet this unique bag from scratch.

What’s Included:

  • Step-by-step VIDEO tutorial (total duration: 3h 14m)
  • Short written description of the process
  • Full list of materials and tools needed (with our recommendations)

Tutorial Stages:

  • crocheting all bag details with a dense stitch
  • assembling the bag step by step
  • wet heat processing (WHP)
  • installing leather accessories: loops, drawstring (placement of holes shown stitch by stitch in the video)
  • sewing in the lining (the process of sewing the lining itself is NOT included in this tutorial – you can either order a ready-made lining from a tailor, or, if you know how to sew, make one yourself. In the lesson we provide helpful external links to video tutorials that can guide you through this process).

Level & Format:

  • Skill level: Intermediate
  • Language: English (text in U.S. crochet terms)
  • Access: Unlimited
  • Format: Instant download (you will receive written materials + video links after purchase)

Materials You Will Need:

  • Twisted raffia yarn – approx. 300–320 g
  • Crochet hook – 3.5 mm
  • Leather accessories set (adjustable strap, sew-on loops, leather drawstring with stopper, magnetic snap, decorative tassel)
  • Fabric for the lining (~160×40 cm) or a ready-made lining insert
  • Felt (2–3 mm thick, piece 10×10 cm)
  • Basic sewing & crochet tools (tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers, sewing pins, lighter, matching sewing thread)

Finished Bag Details:

  • Crocheted with twisted natural raffia
  • Basic straw color
  • Genuine leather accessories (color: Black, Standard set)
  • Durable crepe satin lining with inside zipper pocket
  • Closure: magnetic button + leather drawstring with stopper
  • Removable leather tassel accessory

Dimensions:
Height: 24 cm / 9.44 in
Width: 36 cm / 14.17 in
Depth: 14 cm / 5.51 in
Adjustable leather strap: 80 cm / 31.49 in