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Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern

Leopard tote Amigurumi 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 Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a leopard-print raffia tote worked in single crochet in the round with jacquard colorwork. It uses raffia yarn held in multiple strands and is worked onto a leather bottom for structure. Youll add a full fringe edge, sew-on handles and a felt lining for a polished finish.

Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes step-by-step photos and practical advice for working with raffia yarn and changing skeins. Finished bag measures approximately 18 inches long and 9.5 inches high (without fringe).

Why You'll Love This Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple raffia strands into a chic, wearable accessory with a bold leopard print. I enjoy the combination of crochet jacquard and the tactile fringe which gives the bag real personality. The technique of crocheting onto a leather base produces a sturdy, professional-looking result that I am proud to display and gift. Every step has tips I use myself, like steaming raffia and hiding ends, which save time and make finishing so much easier.

Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this pattern: change the color palette to create a summer or neutral tote by swapping the accent and main raffia colors.

I often make a mini version by using thinner raffia and a smaller leather base; adjust the hook and maintain the 3-strand holding to keep the texture.

You can skip the fringe for a sleeker look or alternate fringe colors for a playful border—trim lengths will change the final silhouette.

I sometimes add a zipper or magnetic snap to the top for extra security; sew the zipper to the felt lining before inserting it into the bag.

If you want a firmer bag, glue a thin piece of buckram inside the felt lining or use thicker felt for extra structure, especially for heavier handles.

Try different handle types: leather handles like the sample give a classic finish, but chain straps or crocheted straps are great modern alternatives.

I often experiment with the leopard motif size—enlarge or shrink the chart to change how bold the print appears across the panel.

To make the bag washable, use a water-resistant spray on the leather bottom and test gentle spot-cleaning techniques on a scrap of raffia first.

I recommend personal touches like embroidered initials on the felt lining or a small crocheted pocket inside for keys and phone to keep the bag practical and personal.

Finally, if you want a more eco version, look for recycled raffia or plant-based paper yarns to keep the handcrafted aesthetic while reducing environmental impact.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not straightening raffia before starting can cause uneven stitches and bunching; always fluff or steam your raffia skeins as recommended before crocheting. ✗ Joining a new skein improperly will create bulky joins that show in the fabric; overlap ends by about 5 mm, glue with PVA, let dry and then lightly wrap to secure the join. ✗ Crocheting jacquard without carrying threads neatly will tighten the canvas and distort the print; crochet the last stitch before the color change with the next color and do not pull floats tightly inside. ✗ Skipping markers when splitting the 80+80 pattern halves makes it hard to align the leopard motif; place markers in the first loops of each half and remove only after securing the last rows.

Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern

Make a stylish leopard-print raffia tote with this detailed crochet pattern. Youll learn how to attach a leather base, crochet the jacquard leopard motif, add a decorative fringe, and finish the bag with a felt lining and sewn handles. The pattern includes step-by-step photos and helpful tips for working with raffia yarn so your tote looks professional.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Leopard tote Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Raffia yarn (3 colors) - 225 yards (200 m) each: Main (Autumn) 225 yds, Black 225 yds, Salt Lake (green) 225 yds
  • 02
    Leather bottom 12 x 4 inches (30 x 10 cm) with 60 holes
  • 03
    Felt for the lining, 2 mm thick - strip 9 x 36 inches (23 x 90 cm) and shaped bottom to match leather bottom

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.0 mm
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    Optional 4.0-4.5 mm hook for base trim SlSt row
  • 03
    Plastic needle with large eyelet (for sewing handles)
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    Sewing thread and needle
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    Scissors
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    2 stitch markers
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    PVA glue (for joining raffia ends)
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    Iron or steamer (to steam raffia and shape fringe)
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    Ruler or tape measure

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— Recommendations for working with raffia yarn :

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1.Before crocheting with raffia, it must be straightened. If you have Fibranatura, then you need to «fluff» the yarn with your hands. If you have Ispie, you can steam yarn with an iron.

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2.When the thread runs out, you need to take a new skein and straighten the end of the thread. Put on the end of the working thread and the thread from a new skein with a clearance of 5 mm. Glue together with PVA glue. After drying, lightly wrap the thread.

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3.If you had to rip out your work, steam thread with an iron. The yarn will return to its original shape.

— Base trim of the bottom :

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Leave the end about 8 inches (20 cm) long to close the rows of the base trim.

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Crochet around the bottom edge as shown in the picture.

Round 1 :

Insert the hook in the side hole in the middle, pull the loop.

Round 2 :

Make CH, crochet 2 SC in the same hole.

Round 3 :

Next crochet 3 SC in each hole along the side part.

Round 4 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1 in the corner.

Round 5 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1, 2 SC in 1 along the long side of the bottom, repeat to the corner.

Round 6 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1 in the 2nd corner.

Round 7 :

Crochet 3 SC in each hole along the 2nd side part.

Round 8 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1 in the 3rd corner.

Round 9 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1, 2 SC in 1 along the 2nd long side of the bottom, repeat to the corner.

Round 10 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1 in the 4th corner.

Round 11 :

Crochet 3 SC in 1 in the hole, which are left on the 1st side part.

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Crochet the last SC with the end. Pull out the end. Pull the end under the 1st loop of the row. Pull back to the wrong side.

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There are 160 loops now.

Round 12 :

Pull the working loop, crochet SlSt in each hole.

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Crochet the last SlSt with the end. Pull out the end. Pull the end under the 1st loop of the row. Pull back to the wrong side.

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Cut the thread, tie the knot. Hide the ends.

— Crochet the base part :

1 row :

Take 3 skeins of the raffia yarn. Place it so that the thread unwinds counterclockwise.

1 row continued :

Take the thread of the base color. Insert the hook in the middle loop on the side part of the bottom on the back loop and the jumper only.

1 row continued :

Pull the loop. Take 2 more thread of 2 different colors, put on along the row, crochet CH.

1 row continued :

Crochet row with SC on the back loop and the jumper only. Crochet the leopard print following to the pattern provided in the attachment.

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When crocheting jacquard, crochet the last stitch before the color change with the next color. Do not pull the threads tightly inside to avoid tightening the canvas.

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Pattern consists of 80 loops, that is, we crochet 2 halves with the same pattern (=160).

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Place the markers in the 1st loops of the halves of the row.

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Always pull the working loop to the level of the hook by 15-17 mm to make the canvas even and tight. After crocheting, pull the loop back.

Round :

Crochet the last SC in the 1st loop of the row.

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Next crochet a spiral.

2 row :

Crochet 80+80 SC following to the pattern (=160).

3 row :

Crochet 80+80 SC following to the pattern (=160).

4 row :

Crochet 80+80 SC following to the pattern (=160).

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Now hide the ends at the beginning of crocheting, and cut off the excess.

5 row :

Crochet 80+80 SC following to the pattern (=160).

6-30 rows :

Crochet 80+80 SC following to the pattern (=160).

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Steam the base of the bag with an iron after crocheting 10-12 rows.

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You can crochet more rows in height following to the pattern as desired.

Final rows :

In the last row, before 2 SC to the marker, cut off additional threads, leaving only the main thread. Crochet 2 SC with a gradual decrease in the height of the SC.

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Remove the markers.

— Base trim :

Round 1 :

Crochet SlSt in each SC of the last row. Pull the loop by 4-5 mm, so as not to tighten the edge. You can take a 4-4.5 mm hook.

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Cut the thread, pull out the end. Pull the end under the 1st SlSt of the row. Pull back to the wrong side. Strengthen and hide the end on the wrong side.

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Steam the base of the bag with an iron.

— Fringe :

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Cut 160 pieces of fringe 8 inches (20 cm) long, of the main, green and black colors (approximately 80/60/20, respectively).

Fringe insertion :

Insert the hook from the wrong side under the braid and the loop of the base trim, grab the middle of the fringe, pull it out and pull the ends in the loop. Tighten the loop.

Fringe placement :

Make the fringe in each loop of the edge (160 pieces). Choose the color of the fringe, which is the color of the braid of the last row.

Finishing :

Steam the fringe with an iron, shape with hands. Cut off the excess.

— Sew on the handles :

Step 1 :

Count 6 holes from the corners of the bottom. Put markers on the edge of the bag opposite the sixth holes.

Step 2 :

Put the handles near the markers.

Step 3 :

Sew on the handles with the plastic needle. Make a few stitches.

Step 4 :

Tie the knot and hide the ends. You can fix it with PVA glue.

— Lining :

Step 1 :

Take felt 2 mm thick for the lining. Cut the bottom according to the shape and size of the leather bottom without seam allowances. Make 4 notches on the bottom.

Step 2 :

Measure the perimeter of the edge of the bag (in my example, 36 inches (90 cm)).

Step 3 :

Measure the height of the bag (in my example, 9 inches (23 cm)).

Step 4 :

Cut a stripe from felt 9 inches (23 cm) high and 36 inches (90 cm) long.

Step 5 :

Sweep the stripe in a circle along the side seam.

Step 6 :

Make 4 notches.

Step 7 :

Match the notches of the bottom and the stripe, pin with pins.

Step 8 :

Sweep both parts.

Step 9 :

Make 10 mm tucks at the corners.

Step 10 :

Sew the lining.

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At this stage, you can give it to the atelier.

— Sew in the lining :

Step 1 :

Put in the lining in the bag. Pin with a pins.

Step 2 :

Sew neat stitches through one SC. Make a several fixing stitches along the seam. Strengthen and hide the end of the thread.

— Final :

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Congratulations! Your cute tote with trends print is ready. If you have questions, please convo the designer or follow the provided video link.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the leather bottom by pulling the base trim loops through the holes and crocheting around the leather edge to secure it; ensure you begin at the marked start and leave an 8 inch (20 cm) tail to finish the rows.
  • Place markers 6 holes from each corner to mark handle placement, align and sew the handles by hand through the crochet fabric to the leather, using a plastic needle and securing with several stitches and PVA glue if desired.
  • Pin and sew the felt lining: match the 4 notches on the felt bottom and felt side strip to the crocheted bag, stitch the seam, make 10 mm tucks at corners and trim excess before inserting the lining.
  • Insert the lining into the bag and sew neat stitches through one SC to secure it; make several fixing stitches along the seam and hide thread ends for a clean interior finish.
  • Add the fringe by inserting the hook from the wrong side under the braid and loop of the base trim, pull the middle of each pre-cut fringe piece through and tighten; steam and shape the fringe, then trim excess.
  • Hide all working tails on the wrong side by pulling thread ends under loops as described, strengthen joins with PVA glue where necessary, and steam the bag base and fringe to finish shaping.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always straighten raffia yarn before crocheting—fluff by hand for some brands or steam lightly for others to prevent kinks and uneven stitches.
  • 💡Place stitch markers at the halves of the pattern and important points (like handle locations) to keep the jacquard pattern aligned and maintain symmetry.
  • 💡Do not pull jacquard floats tightly inside the work; crochet the last stitch before a color change with the next color to avoid tightening and distortion.
  • 💡Steam the base and fringe after crocheting to restore shape and even the canvas; apply steam carefully and shape the fringe with your hands.

This leopard tote pattern guides you step-by-step to create a stunning raffia bag with a leather base, jacquard print, fringe and polished lining. The design blends structure and texture for a modern, wearable accessory you can be proud of. Make one for yourself or as a stylish handmade gift! 👜✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures approximately 18 inches (45 cm) long and about 9.5 inches (24 cm) high without the fringe when using the recommended materials and gauge.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can substitute other raffia-type yarns but changing thickness will alter the final size and structure; keep the 3-strand holding method and adjust hook size to maintain fabric tension.

Do I need special skills for the jacquard leopard print?

This pattern is intermediate — basic single crochet, color changes and working on the back loop are required; follow the jacquard advice to avoid tight floats and use markers to align halves.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours spread over a weekend, though time may vary depending on experience and the amount of finishing work like fringe and lining.

How do I join new raffia skeins so joins are invisible?

Overlap ends by about 5 mm, glue them together with PVA, let dry, then lightly wrap the join and continue crocheting to reduce bulk and make seams tidy.