How to Crochet a Sassy Summer Bag/Skirt

Girls will love carrying this Sassy Summer Bag around town this summer. The ruffles give it a fun, carefree feel. The crocodile stitch is used to complete this crochet purse pattern. If you aren't in the market for a new bag, then this free crochet pattern can also be turned into a stylish skirt. To do so, simply leave off the beaded handle. Either way, this pattern is a must-do if you have a little girl in your life.

Abbreviations

Approx = Approximately.
Beg = Beginning.
Ch = Chain.
Dc = Double crochet.
Hdc = Half double crochet.
Pat = Pattern.
Rem = Remaining.
Rep = Repeat.
Rnd(s) = Round(s).
Sc = Single crochet.
Sl st = Slip stitch.
Sp(s) = Space(s).
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Yoh = Yarn over hook.

Part 1 of 3: Crocheting the Pattern

With larger hook and MC, ch 84. Join in ring with sl st to first ch, taking care not to twist chain.
1st rnd: (Base rnd). Ch 3. 1 dc in each ch around. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. 84 dc.
2nd rnd: (Scales rnd). Ch 1. Work 5 dc down post of first dc of previous rnd. Ch 1. Work 5 dc up post of 2nd dc of previous rnd – beg scale st made. Miss next 5 dc. *Work 5 dc down post of next dc of previous rnd. Ch 1. Work 5 dc up post of next dc of previous rnd – scale st made. Miss next 5 dc. Rep from * 11 times more. Join with sl st to ch 1
3rd rnd: (Base rnd). Ch 3. 1 dc in each ch around. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. 84 dc.
4th rnd: (Scales rnd). Ch 1. Beg scale st. Miss next 5 dc. *Scale st. Miss next 5 dc. Rep from * 11 times more. Join with sl st to ch 1.
Round 4- 8: Rep 3rd and 4th rnds for pat until work from beg until you have four rounds of scales.
Round 9: Now with a contrasting colour , chain 3 and dc all around.
Round 10-13: Repeat round 9.
14th rnd: (Base rnd). Ch 3. 1 dc in each ch around. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. 84 dc.
15th round: (Scales rnd). Ch 1. Work 5 dc down post of fi rst dc of previous rnd. Ch 1. Work 5 dc up post of 2nd dc of previous rnd – beg scale st made. Miss next 5 dc. *Work 5 dc down post of next dc of previous rnd. Ch 1. Work 5 dc up post of next dc of previous rnd – scale st made. Miss next 5 dc. Rep from * 11 times more. Join with sl st to ch 1.
16th Round: Repeat round 14 and 15 to form one more row of scales.
Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each dc of last base rnd. Join with sl st to first sc. 84 sc. Fasten off.

Part 2 of 3: Making the Bag Edging

With smaller hook, join contrasting colour with sl st to any sc. Then start 1st rnd: Ch 1. 3 sc in same sp as last sl st. Miss next 2 sc. *3 sc in next sc. Miss next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Sl st in next sc. Ch 1. *3 sc in next sc. Miss next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Rep last rnd until edging measures 2" [5 cm]. Fasten off.

Part 3 of 3: Finishing Your Work

Join bottom edge: With larger hook, join MC with sl st at bottom edge. Working through both thicknesses, work 1 row of sl st across bottom edge to join. Fasten off.
Weave ribbons through the dc stitches to form the handles. Then turn the bag inside out and tie a knot in the ribbon to secure.
Enjoy your new bag.