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Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern

Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

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

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern

This black cat bag pattern uses the intarsia crochet technique to create a stunning silhouette design that's both practical and beautiful. The pattern includes detailed instructions for both the front panel featuring an adorable cat design and a solid black back panel, giving your bag a professional two-sided finish. Each row is carefully mapped out with specific stitch counts and color changes, making it easier to follow along and create this eye-catching accessory.

Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The bag comes with a comfortable handle that can be customized to your preferred length, and the assembly instructions ensure a neat, professional finish. Perfect for cat enthusiasts and anyone who loves unique handmade bags!

Why You'll Love This Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines my passion for cats with functional crochet design! The intarsia technique might seem intimidating at first, but this pattern breaks it down beautifully, making color work accessible and enjoyable. I find the process of watching the cat silhouette gradually emerge row by row incredibly satisfying, and the finished bag always gets compliments wherever I take it. Plus, you can customize the colors to match your personal style while keeping that adorable feline charm intact!

Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern step 1 - construction progress Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this pattern to create completely different looks! Instead of the classic black cat on cream, I've tried a white cat on a navy blue background for a sophisticated nautical vibe, and the results were absolutely stunning. You could also reverse the design entirely - make the cat in light colors on a dark background for a ghost cat effect that's perfect for Halloween.

For a modern twist, I've added small embroidered details like a collar with a bell or whiskers using embroidery thread after completing the crochet work. Some makers even add a small bow or flower near the top of the bag for extra charm. If you want to make it more personalized, consider adding your initial or a small heart shape worked into the cream sections at the top.

The handle is another great area for customization - I've made striped handles by alternating colors every 20 rows, or even braided three separate crochet chains together for a unique texture. You could also make the bag reversible by creating two fronts with different designs and sewing them back-to-back.

For a completely different aesthetic, try using gradient or ombre yarn for the background sections. The color transition adds visual interest while the solid black cat silhouette remains the focal point. I've also experimented with adding a simple lining made from coordinating fabric, which gives the bag more structure and a professional finish. Just sew the fabric lining with a sewing machine and slip it inside the finished crochet bag, folding the top edge over and tacking it down with a few hidden stitches.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

βœ— Pulling yarn too tight during color changes, causing puckering - keep tension loose and even at color transitions for smooth results βœ— Forgetting to turn work at the end of rows, disrupting the pattern - always remember your turning chain to maintain proper stitch alignment βœ— Not using bobbins for color blocks, leading to tangled yarn - prepare multiple bobbins before starting to keep colors organized and manageable βœ— Miscounting stitches in complex rows with multiple color changes - use stitch markers at color transition points to track your progress accurately

Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern

Create your own stunning black cat bag with this detailed intarsia crochet pattern! This charming tote features a beautiful cat silhouette design worked in light cream and black yarn, creating a striking contrast that cat lovers will adore. The finished bag measures approximately 12.2 inches in height and 13 inches in width, making it perfect for everyday use or as a thoughtful handmade gift. With clear row-by-row instructions and helpful tips for color changes, you'll craft a unique accessory that combines functionality with adorable feline charm.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Black Cat Bag Crochet Pattern

β€” Main Fabric

  • 01
    DK weight/size #3 yarn in light cream and black colors
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold Pratica (55% Cotton - 45% Acrylic, 100g/220m) - light cream color 62 and black color 60

β€” Tools Required

  • 01
    2.75 mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Bobbins or cardboard pieces for yarn management
  • 05
    Stitch markers

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β€” Front Side of the Bag:

Initial Setup:

Chain 81 with light cream yarn. Start working in the second chain from the hook. After the end of each row turn and ch 1. The ch 1 does not count as a stitch.

Row 1 [RS]:

(light cream) x 24, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 24

Row 2 [WS]:

(light cream) x 24, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 24

Row 3 [RS]:

(light cream) x 25, (black) x 30, (light cream) x 25

Row 4 [WS]:

(light cream) x 25, (black) x 30, (light cream) x 25

Row 5 [RS]:

(light cream) x 26, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 26

Row 6 [WS]:

(light cream) x 26, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 26

Row 7 [RS]:

(light cream) x 26, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 26

Row 8 [WS]:

(light cream) x 27, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 27

Row 9 [RS]:

(light cream) x 27, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 27

Row 10 [WS]:

(light cream) x 24, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 24

Row 11 [RS]:

(light cream) x 21, (black) x 38, (light cream) x 21

Row 12 [WS]:

(light cream) x 19, (black) x 42, (light cream) x 19

Row 13 [RS]:

(light cream) x 17, (black) x 46, (light cream) x 17

Row 14 [WS]:

(light cream) x 16, (black) x 48, (light cream) x 16

Row 15 [RS]:

(light cream) x 15, (black) x 50, (light cream) x 15

Row 16 [WS]:

(light cream) x 14, (black) x 52, (light cream) x 14

Row 17 [RS]:

(light cream) x 13, (black) x 54, (light cream) x 13

Row 18 [WS]:

(light cream) x 12, (black) x 56, (light cream) x 12

Row 19 [RS]:

(light cream) x 11, (black) x 58, (light cream) x 11

Row 20 [WS]:

(light cream) x 11, (black) x 58, (light cream) x 11

Row 21 [RS]:

(light cream) x 10, (black) x 60, (light cream) x 10

Row 22 [WS]:

(light cream) x 10, (black) x 60, (light cream) x 10

Row 23 [RS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 62, (light cream) x 9

Row 24 [WS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 9

Row 25 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 8

Row 26 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 11, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 11, (light cream) x 8

Row 27 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 10, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 10, (light cream) x 8

Row 28 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 9, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 9, (light cream) x 8

Row 29 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 30 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 31 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 32 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 33 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 34 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 35 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 8

Row 36 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 9, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 9, (light cream) x 8

Row 37 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 9, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 9, (light cream) x 8

Row 38 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 10, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 10, (light cream) x 8

Row 39 [RS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 10, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 18, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 10, (light cream) x 9

Row 40 [WS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 11, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 20, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 11, (light cream) x 9

Row 41 [RS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 13, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 22, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 13, (light cream) x 9

Row 42 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 50, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 8

Row 43 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 48, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 8

Row 44 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 46, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 7

Row 45 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 44, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 7

Row 46 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 8, (black) x 42, (light cream) x 8, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 7

Row 47 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 40, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 48 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 38, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 49 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 36, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 50 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 51 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 52 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 53 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 54 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 18, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 55 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 20, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 56 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 22, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 57 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 24, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 58 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 24, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 59 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 26, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 60 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 13, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 26, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 13, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 61 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 13, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 28, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 13, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 62 [WS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 28, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 63 [RS]:

(light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 30, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7

Row 64 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 30, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 8

Row 65 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 32, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 8

Row 66 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 8, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 34, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 8, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 8

Row 67 [RS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 36, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 8

Row 68 [WS]:

(light cream) x 8, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 38, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 8

Row 69 [RS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 40, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 9

Row 70 [WS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 3, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 42, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 3, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 9

Row 71 [RS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 44, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 9

Row 72 [WS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 46, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 9

Row 73 [RS]:

(light cream) x 9, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 48, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 9

Row 74 [WS]:

(light cream) x 10, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 52, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 10

Row 75-80:

(light cream) x 80 for all rows

Finishing:

Once the last row is finished, fasten off, and hide the yarn tail.

β€” Back Part of the Bag:

Initial Setup:

Chain 81 with black yarn. Start working in the second chain from the hook. After the end of each row turn and ch 1. The ch 1 does not count as a stitch.

Row 1-23:

(black) x 80 for all rows

Row 24 [WS]:

(black) x 38, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 38

Row 25 [RS]:

(black) x 37, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 37

Row 26 [WS]:

(black) x 19, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 19

Row 27 [RS]:

(black) x 18, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 18

Row 28 [WS]:

(black) x 17, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 17

Row 29 [RS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 16

Row 30 [WS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 16

Row 31 [RS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 16

Row 32 [WS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 16

Row 33 [RS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 16

Row 34 [WS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 5, (light cream) x 9, (black) x 16

Row 35 [RS]:

(black) x 16, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 3, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 16

Row 36 [WS]:

(black) x 17, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 17

Row 37 [RS]:

(black) x 17, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 17

Row 38 [WS]:

(black) x 18, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 18

Row 39 [RS]:

(black) x 19, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 18, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 19

Row 40 [WS]:

(black) x 20, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 20, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 20

Row 41 [RS]:

(black) x 22, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 22, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 22

Row 42 [WS]:

(black) x 13, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 50, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 13

Row 43 [RS]:

(black) x 12, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 48, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 12

Row 44 [WS]:

(black) x 12, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 46, (light cream) x 5, (black) x 12

Row 45 [RS]:

(black) x 11, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 44, (light cream) x 7, (black) x 11

Row 46 [WS]:

(black) x 11, (light cream) x 8, (black) x 42, (light cream) x 8, (black) x 11

Row 47 [RS]:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 40, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 10

Row 48 [WS]:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 38, (light cream) x 11, (black) x 10

Row 49 [RS]:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 36, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 10

Row 50 [WS]:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 10

Row 51 [RS]:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 10

Row 52 [WS]:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 10

Row 53-54:

(black) x 10, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 17, (black) x 10 then (black) x 10, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 10

Row 55-71:

Continue following pattern with gradual decrease in light cream stitches until Row 71: (black) x 12, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 52, (light cream) x 2, (black) x 12

Row 72-80:

(black) x 80 for all rows

Finishing:

Once the last row is finished, fasten off, and hide the yarn tail.

β€” Handle of the Bag:

Initial Setup:

Leave a long tail for sewing at the beginning and end of the row. Chain 6 with light cream or black yarn. Start working in the second chain from the hook.

Row 1:

5 sc, turn

Row 2-135:

ch 1, 5 sc, turn

Row 136:

ch 1, 5 sc

Finishing:

Do not cut yarn and crochet one circle round of sc around all handle. The handle using the materials stated in this pattern is approximately 23.6 inches / 60 cm in length. Make the length of the handle as desired.

Assembly Instructions

  • Fold the right side of the front and back parts facing each other so the wrong sides are facing outward
  • Sew the front and back sides together along the bottom and side edges using a running stitch with matching yarn
  • Turn the bag inside out so the right sides are now visible on the outside
  • Position the handle ends on the inside of the bag at the desired placement points on both sides
  • Sew the handle securely to the bag using the long tails left at the beginning and end of the handle
  • Hide all remaining yarn tails by weaving them through the wrong side of the fabric with a tapestry needle
  • Give the bag a final inspection and reinforce any weak points in the seams if necessary

Important Notes

  • πŸ’‘Watch a YouTube tutorial on intarsia crochet technique before starting if you're new to color work
  • πŸ’‘Prepare multiple bobbins of both colors before starting to avoid tangling and make color changes smoother
  • πŸ’‘Use stitch markers at color transition points to help track your progress accurately through complex rows
  • πŸ’‘Keep tension consistent when changing colors to avoid puckering or gaps in the fabric
  • πŸ’‘Hide all yarn tails on the wrong side as you go rather than leaving them all until the end
  • πŸ’‘The handle length can be customized - measure and adjust rows before finishing to suit your preference
  • πŸ’‘Press or block the finished pieces lightly before assembly for a more professional look

This stunning Black Cat Bag pattern brings together functional design and artistic flair in one beautiful project! Perfect for cat lovers and anyone who appreciates handmade accessories with personality, this bag features an elegant intarsia silhouette that's sure to turn heads. The detailed row-by-row instructions make color work accessible, while the finished size is ideal for everyday use. Create this unique tote that combines style, practicality, and your love for all things feline! 🐱🧢✨

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FAQs

What is intarsia crochet and is it difficult to learn?

Intarsia crochet is a color work technique where you work with separate yarn sections for each color block rather than carrying yarn across. It creates clean color changes without bulk on the back. While it requires attention to detail, this pattern breaks it down step-by-step, making it accessible for intermediate crocheters. Watch a quick YouTube tutorial before starting and you'll master it quickly!

Can I use different colors instead of light cream and black?

Absolutely! You can customize the color scheme to match your personal style. Consider navy and white for a nautical look, or gray and pink for a softer aesthetic. Just make sure your colors have good contrast so the cat silhouette stands out clearly on the finished bag.

How do I manage multiple yarn colors without tangling?

The pattern recommends using bobbins or wrapping yarn around small pieces of cardboard for each color section. This keeps your working yarn organized and prevents the nightmare of tangled yarn. Prepare several bobbins of each color before starting, and add more as needed throughout the project.

What's the best way to ensure my color changes look neat?

Keep consistent tension at color transitions - not too tight (causes puckering) and not too loose (creates gaps). Complete the last yarn over of the previous stitch with the new color for seamless changes. Practice on a small swatch first if you're new to color work.

Can I make the bag larger or smaller?

Yes! To adjust size, add or subtract stitches from your starting chain in multiples that maintain the pattern proportions. You'll need to recalculate where the cat design begins and ends. Alternatively, use a larger or smaller hook with bulkier or finer yarn while keeping the same stitch counts.