The Crochet Shell Bag Masterclass in Raffia Includes:

✧ A step-by-step video tutorial (1 hour 40 minutes long) on crocheting the bag, sewing, and inserting the inner pouch;
✧ A PDF file with the full list of materials, links to purchase them, a discount promo code, and detailed written instructions with measurements and calculations.

Skill level: Beginner / Intermediate
Estimated crochet time: 2–3 days
Language of the video: Ukrainian

Video tutorial stages:

✩ how to crochet the base of the bag;
✩ how to crochet the side panel;
✩ how to join all parts together;
✩ how to cut and sew the fabric pouch (lining).

Materials list for a bag size of 23 × 23 × 10 cm:

Raffia – 400 m
▫️ 1.5 skeins of Ispie (crocheted in 2 strands)
Choose either Ispie matte or Ispie metallic
▫️ Or any other raffia — a total of 400 m
If the yarn is thicker (e.g. Fibranatura Chunky), you can crochet with a single strand — then you’ll need about 200 m
Fibranatura Chunky

Crochet hook 3.5 mm
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Fabric for the lining pouch (optional):
▫️ Fabric size: 35 × 75 cm
▫️ Recommended fabrics: satin, satin cotton, linen, cotton, polycotton canvas
▫️ I used satin
Example: polycotton canvas

Beaded handles (length: 40 cm):
▫️ With pearl beads
▫️ Or colorful acrylic beads

Chain strap (optional)
▫️ I used this one

Crochet markers – 22 pcs:
▫️ Ready-made stitch markers
▫️ Or regular safety pins

Additional tools:
▫️ Glue stick
▫️ Measuring tape
▫️ Scissors
▫️ Matching thread (for sewing the pouch)
▫️ Iron (steam or regular)