This crochet pattern provides comprehensive, step-by-step instructions for creating this forest-themed bag, accompanied by detailed photos to guide you. The design is fully customizable: you can crochet the strap to your preferred length to make it a crossbody bag, shoulder bag, or handbag.

Files:
• 41-page PDF: Detailed written instructions with progress photos
• Coloring page: Both digital and printable versions to help you plan your palette

Language: English (US terminology)

Difficulty Level: Advanced.

Stitches used: single crochet, half double crochet, chain

Techniques used: color changes (tapestry), crocheting in front/back loops, increases and decreases, invisible joins, sewing, embroidery

Materials needed: Refer to the final two listing images.

Colorwork

The patches feature “forest treasures”: a mushroom, beetle, leaf, and dragonfly, rendered using the colorwork technique. These motifs can be tricky in the beginning, so it is preferable to have a little experience in tapestry colorwork. However, they are small enough to be a starting point if you are an experienced crocheter.

The colorwork can be completed using your preferred method:
• Written Instructions
• Visual Charts (you can use the coloring page to add your own palette)

Try before you buy! If you want to test your ability to make a small colorwork before getting into the full project, you can download this PDF (it includes the pattern intro and the dragonfly patch): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11ns2G4fSVsk3zmAL7...

Lining

To ensure your bag lasts, instructions for adding a fabric lining are included. Depending on what you will store in the bag, a lining is recommended for:

• Preventing stretching: Keeps the bag from losing its shape when carrying heavier items.
• Added protection: Stops objects from poking through or getting caught in your stitches.
• Easy maintenance: Makes it much easier to shake out dust or debris.

Note: You don’t need advanced sewing skills, as the seams will be hidden inside. If you don’t have new fabric on hand, this is a great chance to repurpose unused clothing!

If you have any questions about this pattern, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I will reply as soon as possible.

This pattern is for personal use only. Please do not sell, redistribute, modify or share this pattern in any form, in whole or in part. Do not claim it as your own. You are allowed to sell the finished product. If you are selling it online, credit Lily Droplet for the design, and add the link of the shop. Please tag me when you share your makes on social media.