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Granny Square Purse Pattern

Granny Square Purse 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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Snug Essential

Everyday comfort with practical charm, designed for both functionality and style through changing seasons.

About This Granny Square Purse Pattern

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The finished bag measures 12 inches wide by 12 inches long, making it the perfect size for daily use. The pattern includes clear assembly instructions and a helpful diagram showing exactly how to arrange and join your squares.

Why You'll Love This Granny Square Purse Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern transforms simple granny squares into something so functional and beautiful! The color-changing flower design in each square is mesmerizing to work, and watching the bag come together during assembly feels like magic. I appreciate that it's a great stash-buster project where you can use up leftover yarn or carefully plan out your own color palette. The flip stitch join creates such a professional-looking finish, and the final folding technique is surprisingly clever. Plus, the sturdy handles mean this isn't just decorative—it's a bag you'll actually want to use every day!

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Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color combinations in this granny square purse! Instead of the suggested dark blue, white, gray, red, and pink, try creating an ombre effect by using shades of the same color family—imagine a gradient from pale pink to deep burgundy. You could also make this bag seasonal by choosing autumn colors like burnt orange, mustard yellow, and chocolate brown, or go for a beachy vibe with turquoise, coral, and cream.

Another fun twist I enjoy is making each square completely different—use up all those random yarn scraps to create a true scrap-buster masterpiece! For a more modern look, stick to a monochromatic palette with just white and gray, or go bold with neon colors for a statement piece.

I've also experimented with adding embellishments like small pompoms on the corners of each square or sewing on vintage buttons at the center of the flower motifs. You could personalize it further by crocheting your initials on one of the front squares or adding a decorative tassel to hang from the handles. The joining yarn doesn't have to match either—try using a contrasting color to make the seams a design feature rather than hiding them!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not maintaining consistent tension across all 13 squares can result in uneven sizes that don't join together properly ✗ Forgetting to change colors at the correct stitch can disrupt the flower petal pattern and overall design aesthetic ✗ Skipping the blocking step before joining squares often leads to warped or misaligned seams in the final bag ✗ Twisting the chain when creating the handles will cause them to spiral instead of laying flat and sturdy

Granny Square Purse Pattern

Create a stunning granny square purse that's both trendy and practical! This beautiful bag combines colorful granny squares into a functional 12x12 inch purse perfect for everyday use. The pattern features a classic flower motif center with vibrant color combinations of dark blue, white, gray, red, and pink. With detailed instructions for creating 13 squares and assembling them into a unique folded bag design, you'll craft a one-of-a-kind accessory. The sturdy handles make this purse both stylish and durable, ideal for carrying your essentials while showcasing your crochet skills.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Granny Square Purse Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Dark blue yarn (size 4/worsted weight) - approximately 390 inches total
  • 02
    White yarn (size 4/worsted weight) - approximately 1599 inches total
  • 03
    Gray yarn (size 4/worsted weight) - approximately 2158 inches total
  • 04
    Red yarn (size 4/worsted weight) - approximately 3315 inches total
  • 05
    Pink yarn (size 4/worsted weight) - approximately 2805 inches total (includes joining and handles)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size US 8/H (5mm)
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Yarn needle for weaving in ends
  • 04
    Stitch markers (optional but recommended)

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— Granny Square (Make 13) :

Step 1 :

Take dark blue yarn and hook and begin with a magic loop

Step 2 :

Place 8 sc stitches inside the magic loop, join with a slip stitch with white yarn

Step 3 :

Join white yarn in one of the sc stitches and chain 3

Step 4 - First petal :

After the ch 3, make a 3dc crochet cluster: yo, insert hook, yo, pull through, yo pull through 2 loops only, repeat 2 more times until you have 4 loops on your hook, yo and pull through all 4 loops, ch 2 (the chain 3 counted as a dc)

Step 5 - Remaining petals :

Make a 4 dc cluster in each remaining sc stitch for a total of 8 petals: yo, insert hook, yo, pull through, yo pull through 2 loops only, repeat 3 more times until you have 5 loops on your hook, yo and pull through all 5 loops, ch 2

Step 6 :

Once petals are complete, join with a slip stitch at the top of the initial ch 2 and change color

Step 7 :

Join gray color yarn and ch 3

Step 8 :

Make 3 dc stitches in the next ch 2 space

Step 9 :

In the next ch 2 space, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc for the first full corner

Step 10 :

Repeat steps 8 and 9 until you get back to your ch3, 2 dc in the space before the ch 3 and change color

Step 11 :

Join red color yarn and ch 3

Step 12 :

Make 3 dc stitches in the next ch 2 space

Step 13 :

In the next ch 2 space, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc for the first full corner

Step 14 :

Make 3 dc stitches in the next ch 2 space

Step 15 :

Repeat steps 12, 13 and 14 until you get back to your ch3, 2 dc in the space before the ch 3 and change color

Step 16 :

Join pink color yarn and sc all around and fasten off

— Flip Stitch Granny Join :

Info :

Arrange your squares according to the Assembly Chart, then connect or join them together in numerical order 1-13, all with RS facing

Step 1 :

Place the squares with the right side showing up, make a slip knot on the hook to begin, insert the hook into the back loop of the corner stitch of the first square, bring a loop out and make a slip-stitch

Step 2 :

Insert the hook into the same back-loop corner stitch from front to back

Step 3 :

Insert the hook into the back loop of the corner stitch of the second square, from front to back

Step 4 :

With yarn at the bottom of your work, hook the yarn and bring it up from the second square loop followed by the first square loop

Step 5 :

Slip stitch to the first loop on the hook

Step 6 :

Repeat the process on the second pair of stitches and continue until you reach the corner stitch right after the last double crochet stitch on this edge

Step 7 :

When joining additional squares, make a chain stitch to cross over row joints and repeat whenever you need to cross following row joints

Step 8 :

Continue with the normal flat slip-stitch until you reach the end, fasten off

— Bag Assembly :

Step 1 :

After the 13 squares have been seamed together, fold the piece upwards so that the top tips of the granny squares are lined up

Step 2 :

Fold the side granny squares in half inwards upon themselves so that the side tips are pointing towards the granny square in the middle

Step 3 :

Whip stitch the edges of the side granny squares and the diagonals of the bottom granny squares

Step 4 :

Weave in the ends

— Handles and Top Edging :

Step 1 :

Start in the right corner of the lower edge, work single crochets along all the stitches of the top edge until you reach the tip of the second granny square

Step 2 :

Chain 60 and join to the tip of the first granny square with a single crochet (be careful not to twist the chain)

Step 3 :

Insert crochet hook into back loop in top of the first granny square, work single crochets through the stitches

Step 4 :

Turn and insert hook into the 2nd chain from the hook, pull up a loop, insert hook into the next stitch, pull up a loop and insert hook into next stitch (in the chain), pull up a loop (4 loops)

Step 5 - Part 1 :

Pull through in every 2 loops until the end of the row

Step 6 - Part 2 :

Insert hook in front loops, pull up twice and insert hook into next stitch (in the chain), pull up (4 loops)

Step 7 :

Repeat Part 1 and Part 2 until the end of the chain

Step 8 :

Insert hook in front loops and the stitches of granny square, pull up twice and insert hook into next stitch (in the chain), pull up (4 loops)

Step 9 :

Pull through in every 2 loops until the end of the row

Step 10 :

Keep working single crochets along all the stitches of the top edge to the end of the second square

Step 11 :

Repeat the above process with the other side of the bag

Assembly Instructions

  • Arrange all 13 completed granny squares according to the assembly chart before beginning to join them together.
  • Join squares 1-13 in numerical order using the flip stitch granny join method with pink yarn, ensuring all right sides are facing up.
  • After all squares are joined, fold the piece upward so the top tips of the granny squares line up evenly.
  • Fold the side granny squares in half inward so their tips point toward the center middle square.
  • Whip stitch the edges of the side squares and the diagonal edges of the bottom squares to create the bag body.
  • Work single crochet edging around the entire top opening before creating the handles.
  • Create both handles by chaining 60 and working the special stitch pattern to make them sturdy and durable.

Important Notes

  • 💡Block all 13 squares to the same size (4x4 inches) before joining to ensure a professional finish
  • 💡Keep your tension consistent throughout all squares for uniform appearance and easier assembly
  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the corners of each square during joining for accurate placement
  • 💡Don't twist the chain when creating the handles or they will spiral instead of lying flat
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go to make final assembly easier and less time-consuming
  • 💡The flip stitch join creates an invisible seam when done correctly, so practice on scrap squares first
  • 💡Video tutorial is available for visual learners who need extra help with the joining technique

This vibrant granny square purse pattern is perfect for crocheters looking to create a functional and fashionable accessory! The combination of classic granny square techniques with modern assembly methods results in a unique bag that's both practical and eye-catching. Whether you're using up your stash or planning a coordinated color scheme, this pattern offers endless creative possibilities. The sturdy construction and comfortable handles make it ideal for everyday use. 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🌸✨

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FAQs

Can I use different colors than the ones specified in the pattern?

Absolutely! The color scheme is completely customizable. You can use any five colors you like or even make each square with different color combinations. This pattern is perfect for using up leftover yarn from your stash.

How do I keep my squares all the same size?

The key is maintaining consistent tension throughout. Each square should measure 4x4 inches. If your squares vary in size, try blocking them with steam or water before assembly to get them uniform. Adjusting your hook size can also help if your squares are consistently too big or small.

What is the flip stitch granny join and why use it?

The flip stitch granny join is a joining method that creates an almost invisible seam on the right side of your work. Unlike other joining methods, it gives a professional finish and adds decorative detail. The pattern includes detailed instructions and there's a video tutorial available for visual guidance.

Can I make the bag larger or smaller?

Yes! To make it larger, add more squares or make each square bigger by adding additional rounds. To make it smaller, reduce the number of squares or make each square with fewer rounds. Just remember to adjust the handle length accordingly.

How sturdy are the handles?

The handles are worked with a special stitch pattern that creates a thick, sturdy strap. They're designed to be durable enough for everyday use. The pattern creates handles that are 7 inches long, perfect for carrying over the shoulder or by hand.