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Black Cat Bag Pattern

Black Cat Bag Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

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

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Black Cat Bag Pattern

This pattern creates a flat crochet tote bag featuring a large black cat graphic on a light cream background. It uses intarsia crochet to change colors within rows so the cat image is integrated into the fabric. The pattern includes a full row-by-row written chart and photo sequence for color changes to help you master the technique.

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

You will crochet two flat panels (front and back) in single crochet and then finish edges and straps. The finished bag measures approximately 12.2 inches (31 cm) high by 13 inches (33 cm) wide with the recommended yarn and hook.

Why You'll Love This Black Cat Bag Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns a simple tote into a playful statement piece with a bold graphic. I enjoy the challenge of intarsia colorwork and how tidy the finished front looks when you manage your bobbins and tails. The pattern is satisfying to stitch row by row and the included photos make color changes much easier for anyone learning the technique. It is a project that creates a useful, wearable result while giving you a chance to practice neat colorwork.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how flexible this pattern is for customization — you can change the colors to suit your style, try pastels for a softer look or bold contrasts for maximum impact.

I often swap the main background color to make seasonal versions; a warm rust or pumpkin tone would be lovely for autumn while bright teal makes it pop for summer.

If you want a larger or smaller bag I change the yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn with a bigger hook makes a chunky tote, while finer yarn and a smaller hook give a mini clutch.

I sometimes add a lining for more structure and to hide tails; sew a simple fabric lining and slip it inside before attaching straps for a polished finish.

I also enjoy adding pockets or a zipper closure for security — attach a simple crochet pocket or stitch in a zipper for a more practical everyday bag.

Try different strap treatments: crochet two long crossbody straps, shorter handles, or even attach leather handles for a mixed-material look that elevates the bag.

For a textured effect, substitute a different stitch on the final border (crab stitch or single crochet in BLO) to create a subtle frame around the cat graphic.

I sometimes embroider small details like whiskers or add a tiny felt bow for personality — these little accents make each version unique and personal.

If you enjoy posability and structure, consider felting a lining or using interfacing in the fabric lining to keep the bag sturdy and long-lasting.

Finally, experiment with placement on the panel — move the cat graphic slightly up or down to create different silhouettes and play with multiple motifs to make a series of matching bags.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not using bobbins or organizing your yarn for each color can create a tangle and slow you down; prepare separate bobbins or small spools for each color block to keep yarn tidy. ✗ Pulling the carried yarn too tightly when changing colors causes puckering in the fabric; keep a relaxed tension and check that floats are not pulling the stitches. ✗ Leaving tails on the right side during intarsia will make the front look messy; follow the chart rules and keep all tails on the wrong side while crocheting. ✗ Skipping the turning chain or misreading direction markers (RS/WS) leads to reversed rows and an off-centered motif; mark each row direction and read the chart carefully from right to left or left to right as indicated.

Black Cat Bag Pattern

Create a charming Black Cat tote using intarsia crochet and simple single crochet rows. This pattern walks you through color changes and includes a full chart and photo tutorial so you can follow along with confidence. Perfect for makers who enjoy detailed graphic panels and clean finishing. Make a unique, handmade bag to gift or use every day.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Black Cat Bag Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    DK weight / size #3 yarn
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold Pratica (55% Cotton - 45% Acrylic), 100g (3.53oz) / 220m (240yd) - light cream (62)
  • 03
    Alize Cotton Gold Pratica (55% Cotton - 45% Acrylic), 100g (3.53oz) / 220m (240yd) - black (60)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.75 mm
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Tapestry needle for hiding tails
  • 04
    Bobbins or small cardboard pieces to wrap color changes
  • 05
    Pins for blocking/assembly (optional)

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— Front :

Info :

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

Round 1 :

← Row 1 [RS]: (light cream) x 24, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 24

Round 2 :

→ Row 2 [WS]: (light cream) x 24, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 24

Round 3 :

← Row 3 [RS]: (light cream) x 25, (black) x 30, (light cream) x 25

Round 4 :

→ Row 4 [WS]: (light cream) x 25, (black) x 30, (light cream) x 25

Round 5 :

← Row 5 [RS]: (light cream) x 26, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 26

Round 6 :

→ Row 6 [WS]: (light cream) x 26, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 26

Round 7 :

← Row 7 [RS]: (light cream) x 26, (black) x 28, (light cream) x 26

Round 8 :

→ Row 8 [WS]: (light cream) x 27, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 27

Round 9 :

← Row 9 [RS]: (light cream) x 27, (black) x 26, (light cream) x 27

Round 10 :

→ Row 10 [WS]: (light cream) x 24, (black) x 32, (light cream) x 24

Round 11 :

← Row 11 [RS]: (light cream) x 21, (black) x 38, (light cream) x 21

Round 12 :

→ Row 12 [WS]: (light cream) x 19, (black) x 42, (light cream) x 19

Round 13 :

← Row 13 [RS]: (light cream) x 17, (black) x 46, (light cream) x 17

Round 14 :

→ Row 14 [WS]: (light cream) x 16, (black) x 48, (light cream) x 16

Round 15 :

← Row 15 [RS]: (light cream) x 15, (black) x 50, (light cream) x 15

Round 16 :

→ Row 16 [WS]: (light cream) x 14, (black) x 52, (light cream) x 14

Round 17 :

← Row 17 [RS]: (light cream) x 13, (black) x 54, (light cream) x 13

Round 18 :

→ Row 18 [WS]: (light cream) x 12, (black) x 56, (light cream) x 12

Round 19 :

← Row 19 [RS]: (light cream) x 11, (black) x 58, (light cream) x 11

Round 20 :

→ Row 20 [WS]: (light cream) x 11, (black) x 58, (light cream) x 11

Round 21 :

← Row 21 [RS]: (light cream) x 10, (black) x 60, (light cream) x 10

Round 22 :

→ Row 22 [WS]: (light cream) x 10, (black) x 60, (light cream) x 10

Round 23 :

← Row 23 [RS]: (light cream) x 9, (black) x 62, (light cream) x 9

Round 24 :

→ Row 24 [WS]: (light cream) x 9, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 9

Round 25 :

← Row 25 [RS]: (light cream) x 8, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 29, (light cream) x 8

Round 26 :

→ 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

Round 27 :

← 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

Round 28 :

→ 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

Round 29 :

← 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

Round 30 :

→ 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

Round 31 :

← 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

Round 32 :

→ 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

Round 33 :

← 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

Round 34 :

→ 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

Round 35 :

← 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

Round 36 :

→ 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

Round 37 :

← 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

Round 38 :

→ 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

Round 39 :

← 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

Round 40 :

→ 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

Round 41 :

← 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

Round 42 :

→ 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

Round 43 :

← 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

Round 44 :

→ 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

Round 45 :

← 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

Round 46 :

→ 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

Round 47 :

← 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

Round 48 :

→ 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

Round 49 :

← 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

Round 50 :

→ 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

Round 51 :

← 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

Round 52 :

→ 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

Round 53 :

← 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

Round 54 :

→ 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

Round 55 :

← 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

Round 56 :

→ 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

Round 57 :

← 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

Round 58 :

→ 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

Round 59 :

← 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

Round 60 :

→ 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

Round 61 :

← 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

Round 62 :

→ 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

Round 63 :

← 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

Round 64 :

→ 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

Round 65 :

← 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

Round 66 :

→ 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

Round 67 :

← 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

Round 68 :

→ 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

Round 69 :

← 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

Round 70 :

→ 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

Round 71 :

← 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

Round 72 :

→ Row 72 [WS]: (light cream) x 9, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 46, (black) x 8, (light cream) x 9

Round 73 :

← Row 73 [RS]: (light cream) x 9, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 48, (black) x 7, (light cream) x 9

Round 74 :

→ Row 74 [WS]: (light cream) x 10, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 52, (black) x 4, (light cream) x 10

Round 75 :

← Row 75 [RS]: (light cream) x 80

Round 76 :

→ Row 76 [WS]: (light cream) x 80

Round 77 :

← Row 77 [RS]: (light cream) x 80

Round 78 :

→ Row 78 [WS]: (light cream) x 80

Round 79 :

← Row 79 [RS]: (light cream) x 80

Round 80 :

→ Row 80 [WS]: (light cream) x 80

Info :

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

— Back :

Info :

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

Round 1 :

← Row 1 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 2 :

→ Row 2 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 3 :

← Row 3 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 4 :

→ Row 4 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 5 :

← Row 5 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 6 :

→ Row 6 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 7 :

← Row 7 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 8 :

→ Row 8 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 9 :

← Row 9 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 10 :

→ Row 10 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 11 :

← Row 11 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 12 :

→ Row 12 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 13 :

← Row 13 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 14 :

→ Row 14 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 15 :

← Row 15 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 16 :

→ Row 16 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 17 :

← Row 17 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 18 :

→ Row 18 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 19 :

← Row 19 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 20 :

→ Row 20 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 21 :

← Row 21 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 22 :

→ Row 22 [WS]: (black) x 80

Round 23 :

← Row 23 [RS]: (black) x 80

Round 24 :

→ Row 24 [WS]: (black) x 38, (light cream) x 4, (black) x 38

Round 25 :

← Row 25 [RS]: (black) x 37, (light cream) x 6, (black) x 37

Round 26 :

→ 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

Round 27 :

← Row 27 [RS]: (black) x 18, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 18

Round 28 :

→ Row 28 [WS]: (black) x 17, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 17

Round 29 :

← 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

Round 30 :

→ 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

Round 31 :

← 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

Round 32 :

→ 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

Round 33 :

← 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

Round 34 :

→ 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

Round 35 :

← 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

Round 36 :

→ Row 36 [WS]: (black) x 17, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 14, (light cream) x 16, (black) x 17

Round 37 :

← Row 37 [RS]: (black) x 17, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 15, (black) x 17

Round 38 :

→ Row 38 [WS]: (black) x 18, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 16, (light cream) x 14, (black) x 18

Round 39 :

← Row 39 [RS]: (black) x 19, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 18, (light cream) x 12, (black) x 19

Round 40 :

→ Row 40 [WS]: (black) x 20, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 20, (light cream) x 10, (black) x 20

Round 41 :

← Row 41 [RS]: (black) x22, (light cream) x7, (black) x22, (light cream) x7, (black) x22

Round 42 :

→ Row 42 [WS]: (black) x13, (light cream) x2, (black) x50, (light cream) x2, (black) x13

Round 43 :

← Row 43 [RS]: (black) x12, (light cream) x4, (black) x48, (light cream) x4, (black) x12

Round 44 :

→ Row 44 [WS]: (black) x12, (light cream) x5, (black) x46, (light cream) x5, (black) x12

Round 45 :

← Row 45 [RS]: (black) x11, (light cream) x7, (black) x44, (light cream) x7, (black) x11

Round 46 :

→ Row 46 [WS]: (black) x11, (light cream) x8, (black) x42, (light cream) x8, (black) x11

Round 47 :

← Row 47 [RS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x10, (black) x40, (light cream) x10, (black) x10

Round 48 :

→ Row 48 [WS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x11, (black) x38, (light cream) x11, (black) x10

Round 49 :

← Row 49 [RS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x12, (black) x36, (light cream) x12, (black) x10

Round 50 :

→ Row 50 [WS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x14, (black) x32, (light cream) x14, (black) x10

Round 51 :

← Row 51 [RS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x16, (black) x28, (light cream) x16, (black) x10

Round 52 :

→ Row 52 [WS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x17, (black) x26, (light cream) x17, (black) x10

Round 53 :

← Row 53 [RS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x17, (black) x26, (light cream) x17, (black) x10

Round 54 :

→ Row 54 [WS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x16, (light cream) x5, (black) x18, (light cream) x5, (black) x16, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 55 :

← Row 55 [RS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x16, (light cream) x4, (black) x20, (light cream) x4, (black) x16, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 56 :

→ Row 56 [WS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x15, (light cream) x4, (black) x22, (light cream) x4, (black) x15, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 57 :

← Row 57 [RS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x15, (light cream) x3, (black) x24, (light cream) x3, (black) x15, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 58 :

→ Row 58 [WS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x14, (light cream) x4, (black) x24, (light cream) x4, (black) x14, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 59 :

← Row 59 [RS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x14, (light cream) x3, (black) x26, (light cream) x3, (black) x14, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 60 :

→ Row 60 [WS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x13, (light cream) x4, (black) x26, (light cream) x4, (black) x13, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 61 :

← Row 61 [RS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x13, (light cream) x3, (black) x28, (light cream) x3, (black) x13, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 62 :

→ Row 62 [WS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x12, (light cream) x4, (black) x28, (light cream) x4, (black) x12, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 63 :

← Row 63 [RS]: (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x12, (light cream) x3, (black) x30, (light cream) x3, (black) x12, (light cream) x3, (black) x7

Round 64 :

→ Row 64 [WS]: (black) x8, (light cream) x3, (black) x10, (light cream) x4, (black) x30, (light cream) x4, (black) x10, (light cream) x3, (black) x8

Round 65 :

← Row 65 [RS]: (black) x8, (light cream) x3, (black) x9, (light cream) x4, (black) x32, (light cream) x4, (black) x9, (light cream) x3, (black) x8

Round 66 :

→ Row 66 [WS]: (black) x8, (light cream) x3, (black) x8, (light cream) x4, (black) x34, (light cream) x4, (black) x8, (light cream) x3, (black) x8

Round 67 :

← Row 67 [RS]: (black) x8, (light cream) x3, (black) x7, (light cream) x4, (black) x36, (light cream) x4, (black) x7, (light cream) x3, (black) x8

Round 68 :

→ Row 68 [WS]: (black) x8, (light cream) x3, (black) x6, (light cream) x4, (black) x38, (light cream) x4, (black) x6, (light cream) x3, (black) x8

Round 69 :

← Row 69 [RS]: (black) x9, (light cream) x3, (black) x4, (light cream) x4, (black) x40, (light cream) x4, (black) x4, (light cream) x3, (black) x9

Round 70 :

→ Row 70 [WS]: (black) x9, (light cream) x3, (black) x3, (light cream) x4, (black) x42, (light cream) x4, (black) x3, (light cream) x3, (black) x9

Round 71 :

← Row 71 [RS]: (black) x9, (light cream) x3, (black) x2, (light cream) x4, (black) x44, (light cream) x4, (black) x2, (light cream) x3, (black) x9

Round 72 :

→ Row 72 [WS]: (black) x9, (light cream) x8, (black) x46, (light cream) x8, (black) x9

Round 73 :

← Row 73 [RS]: (black) x9, (light cream) x7, (black) x48, (light cream) x7, (black) x9

Round 74 :

→ Row 74 [WS]: (black) x10, (light cream) x4, (black) x52, (light cream) x4, (black) x10

Round 75 :

← Row 75 [RS]: (black) x80

Round 76 :

→ Row 76 [WS]: (black) x80

Round 77 :

← Row 77 [RS]: (black) x80

Round 78 :

→ Row 78 [WS]: (black) x80

Round 79 :

← Row 79 [RS]: (black) x80

Round 80 :

→ Row 80 [WS]: (black) x80

Info :

Hide all yarn tails on the wrong side with the help of the needle. Once the last row is finished, fasten off, and hide the yarn tail.

Assembly Instructions

  • Hide all yarn tails on the wrong side with the help of a tapestry needle after finishing each panel so they remain tidy and invisible on the front.
  • Make two panels (front and back) following the written rows and chart, then align them with right sides outward and sew three sides together using a whipstitch or mattress stitch, leaving the top open.
  • Turn the bag right side out and press/shape edges, then add straps by crocheting straps separately and sewing them to the inside of the top edge at even spacing.
  • Use bobbins while crocheting color blocks and keep all tails on the wrong side while working the chart; this keeps the front neat and makes the back easier to finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡The bag is crocheted in the Intarsia crochet technique; if you are new to intarsia, watch a tutorial video before starting.
  • 💡The front and back parts of the bag are crocheted in single crochet in back-and-forth rows; each square in the chart equals one single crochet.
  • 💡Begin each new row with a turning chain (ch 1); the turning chain does not count as a stitch.
  • 💡Keep all yarn tails on the wrong side while crocheting the wrong-side rows and use bobbins to prevent tangles and maintain even tension.

This Black Cat Bag Pattern brings playful charm to your handmade collection with clean intarsia colorwork and a striking graphic. Create a beautiful tote that is both functional and stylish, perfect for gifting or everyday use. Follow the chart and photo steps to make neat color changes and a professional finish. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag using the materials stated in this pattern is approximately 12.2 inches (31 cm) in height and about 13 inches (33 cm) in width.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can use different yarn weights, but this will change the finished size. If you choose a different weight, adjust your hook accordingly and make a gauge swatch to estimate final dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses the intarsia technique and requires managing multiple yarn bobbins and reading a chart, so basic crochet experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, how quickly you work color changes, and whether you prepare bobbins in advance.