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Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern

Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern
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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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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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

About This Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern

This pattern creates a tapestry-style shoulder bag with a bold heart motif on each side, worked entirely in single crochet. It includes both written row-by-row instructions and tapestry charts, so you can follow whichever method you prefer. The bag is made from two colours (C1 darker, C2 lighter) and a third optional accent for variation.

Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will make two identical main panels, a patterned base, and a decorative strap which are then sewn together. Photos and notes on colour changes and finishing help you achieve neat, professional results.

Why You'll Love This Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines tapestry colourwork with a fun, wearable accessory that feels unique. The heart motif is graphic and bold, and I enjoy how the repeated rows build up the design in a satisfying way. I also love that the pattern includes both charts and written rows — it makes the instructions accessible whether you prefer reading rows or following a chart. Finally, sewing the pieces together and watching the bag take shape is such a rewarding finishing step.

Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern step 1 - construction progress Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easily this pattern can be customised — swap the two colours to create a high-contrast look or go tonal for a softer effect.

Want a larger bag? Use weight 4 yarn and a larger hook; your bag will grow proportionally and feel sturdier.

Prefer a tiny purse? Use fingering weight yarn with appropriately small hook sizes to make a mini version perfect for gifts or keychains.

Try changing the heart motif colours mid-project to create an ombre effect across the panels for an on-trend result.

I often add embroidered initials or small appliques to personalise a bag — a tiny flower or initial in a contrasting colour looks lovely.

For a more structured bag, consider lining the interior with fabric and a thin interfacing to keep the shape and hide carried yarns.

If you want a posable strap, weave a thin piece of cord or lightly padded interfacing into the strap before closing the ends.

Experiment with metallic or textured yarn for a festive version; just test a small swatch first to see how the tapestry shows up.

Try adding a button closure or a small zipper if you prefer a more secure top — sew it to the inside after assembly.

I sometimes replace the flat strap with two shorter handles attached at the top to create a hand-held bag variation.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not using stitch markers to mark the start or reference rows can make joining and aligning pieces difficult; place a marker at the start of rows you need to reference and at the top of the strap to match when attaching the strap to the body. ✗ Not securing yarn tails after colour changes can lead to loose floats or snags later; tie a quick knot when fasten off rows where you are holding two colours and weave in ends as you go for a clean finish. ✗ Crocheting too loosely when carrying a strand of the unused colour lets it show through your work; when working one colour, pull the carried strand relatively taut and place your working stitches over the carried strand to hide it. ✗ Skipping the recommendation to sew in ends as you go results in a large finishing task; sew in ends after finishing each piece to make final assembly faster and neater. ✗ Ignoring alignment when attaching pieces can produce a lopsided bag; pin or use stitch markers to line up the base, sides and strap before sewing to ensure symmetry.

Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern

Make a charming tapestry crochet shoulder bag inspired by bold heart motifs — perfect for everyday use or gifting. This pattern guides you through creating both sides, the base, and a decorative strap using single crochet colourwork. You’ll get clear written rows plus tapestry charts so you can follow the method you prefer. Enjoy a structured, photo-supported project that helps you practise colour changes and neat finishing.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Standard milk cotton yarn, described in pattern as thick weight 3 (recommended weight 3 or weight 4)
  • 02
    Three colours of yarn (Colour 1 - C1 darker; Colour 2 - C2 lighter; optional third colour for accents) - use enough to make two main panels, a base and a long strap (quantities vary by yarn choice)
  • 03
    If worried about final size, use weight 4 yarn instead of weight 3 to increase dimensions

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4mm (recommended)
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    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends
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    Stitch markers (optional)
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    Tapestry needle for colourwork tail weaving
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    Pins for assembly alignment

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— Materials :

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NOTE: Feel free to use any size/type of yarn and the appropriate hook, just note that your dimensions will then vary accordingly from mine. I chose to use standard milk cotton yarn (thick weight 3) with a 4mm hook. Three colours of yarn - recommended weight 3 or weight 4 (I used a weight 3 yarn which is on the thicker end, so if you're worried about the bag turning out a bit too small I suggest going up to weight 4). A crochet hook - recommended 4mm or larger. A pair of scissors. A yarn needle. Optional: stitch markers (you can always improvise with bobby pins, safety pins, etc.)

— Dimensions :

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Below are the approximate dimensions of my shoulder bag - note that this will vary slightly according to the type of yarn and hook size you use: Width: 26cm Height: 20cm Strap length: 45cm

— Construction :

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Instructions for this project will be split into the following sections: 1. Creating the main body of the bag. 2. Creating the base/bottom of the bag. 3. Creating the strap of the bag. 4. Attaching the pieces of the bag together. 5. Adding the final edging.

— A note on the instructions :

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The pattern for this bag will include tapestry charts for the main body of the bag, the base of the bag, and the strap of the bag. The bag is constructed entirely of single crochets, so if you find it easier to follow a chart, go ahead and crochet along with the chart, making 1 single crochet in every stitch indicated. However, if you aren't as comfortable with reading off charts, or would simply like to use the charts as a reference point to what your work should look like as you go along, I've also included step-by-step written instructions for creating each part of the bag. Also note that I reference the two colours used as C1 (Colour 1) - the darker colour, if you have one - and C2 (Colour 2) - the lighter colour.

— Changing colour :

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E.g. How to change colour from C1 to C2: Make your last sc in C1 by inserting your hook through the st and pulling up a loop in C1. However, do not yarn over and pull through a loop in C1 to complete the sc. Instead, yarn over and pull through a loop in C2. From the next sc onwards, work in C2. For example, if the instructions say, “5 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2,” on your 5th sc of C1, complete the sc by pulling through a loop in C2. Then from the next st onwards, work 5 scs in C2. If the instructions say to, “Change colour, ch1 and turn your work,” at the end of a row, you would make your last sc of the row in C1 and end it by pulling through in C2, as before, and then end by chaining 1 in C2. Note that when you are working in one colour, e.g. C1, hold the C2's strand of yarn in line with your row, and ensure you place your scs of C1 over the strand of C2 in order to hide the C2 (and vice versa when you’re working in C1). A little tip; if you see too much of the other colour poking out through your work, this likely means you’re not pulling tightly enough - when working one colour, e.g. C1, ensure you pull the strand of C2 relatively tight as you crochet over it - this will help hide it better! A final note on changing colours - any time you fasten off a row which has ended with you holding two strands of yarn, it is good practice to tie a quick knot with the two colours once you’ve chained one and cut both strands of yarn. This just helps to keep it all extra secure.

— Abbreviations used :

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This pattern uses US crochet terminology. Ch = chain. Sc = single crochet. St = stitch. Ss = slip stitch. Sk = skip.

— Part 1: Creating the main body of the bag :

Part 1A: Creating the rectangular portion of the main body :

Tapestry chart: P1A. Chart legend: black = C1, grey = C2. Begin by chaining 37 in C1, and then follow the chart. Do NOT fasten off once you finish - move onto part 1B (written instructions).

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Written instructions: P1A. Begin by chaining 37 in C1.

Row 1 :

[note - place the first sc in the second ch from your hook] 7 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 7 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 2 :

6 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 6 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 3 :

5 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 8 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 5 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 4 :

4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 5 :

3 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 6 :

3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 7 :

2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 8 :

1 sc in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 6 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 1 sc in C1. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 9 :

4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 10 :

3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 11 :

3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 12 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 13 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 14 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 15 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 16 :

4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 14 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 17 :

4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 18 :

4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 5 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 5 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 19 :

4 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 20 :

5 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 5 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 21 :

6 scs in C1, change colour, 24 scs in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work - move onto part 1B.

— Part 1B: Making decreasing top section on first side :

Row 22 :

6 scs in C1, change colour, 6 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 23 :

Sk 1 st, 3 scs in C2, change colour, 7 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 24 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 7 scs in C1, sk 2 sts, 1 sc in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 25 :

Sk 1 st, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 26 :

3 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, sk 2 sts, 1 sc in C1. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 27 :

Sk 1 st, 5 scs in C2. Ch1 and fasten off.

— Part 1C: Making decreasing top section on other side :

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Attach your yarn in C1 to the other corner of your main body, ch1 and repeat ROW 22 - ROW 27 from part 1B.

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One side of the main body of your bag is now complete. Repeat all the steps above one more time to create the other side of your bag.

— Part 2: Creating the base/bottom of the bag :

Part 2 :

Tapestry chart: P2. Chart legend: black = C1, grey = C2. Begin by chaining 37 in C2, then follow the chart. Once finished, ch1 and fasten off.

Info :

Written instructions: P2. Begin by chaining 37 in C2.

Row 1 :

[note - place the first sc in the second ch from your hook] 1 sc in C2, change colour, 7 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 4 sc in C1, change colour, 2 sc in C2, change colour, 4 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 7 sc in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 2 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 5 scs in C2, change colour, 8 scs in C1, change colour, 2 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 3 :

3 sc in C2, change colour, 8 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 4 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 8 sc in C1, change colour, 3 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 4 :

3 sc in C2, change colour, 8 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 4 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 8 sc in C1, change colour, 3 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 5 :

2 sc in C2, change colour, 8 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 6 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 8 sc in C1, change colour, 2 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 6 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 7 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 4 sc in C1, change colour, 2 sc in C2, change colour, 4 sc in C1, change colour, 5 sc in C2, change colour, 7 sc in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Ch1 and fasten off - the base of your bag is now complete.

— Part 3: Creating the strap of the bag :

Info :

The instructions for the strap are split into 3 different parts - the first 27 rows, the middle 57 (or more) rows, and the last 27 rows.

Part 3A: The first 27 rows of the strap :

Tapestry chart: P3A. Chart legend: black = C1, grey = C2. Begin by chaining 9 in C1, and then follow the chart. Do NOT fasten off once you finish - move onto part 3B.

Info :

Written instructions: P3A. Begin by chaining 9 in C1.

Row 1 - Row 2 :

[note - place the first sc of ROW 1 in the second ch from your hook] 1 sc in C1, change colour, 6 scs in C2, change colour, 1 sc in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 3 - Row 4 :

2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 5 - Row 7 :

3 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 8 :

3 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 9 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 10 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 11 - Row 25 :

3 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 26 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 27 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work (do NOT fasten off - move onto part 3B). If you'd like, add a stitch marker to mark this row - this may make it easier when attaching the strap to the main body, however it's not absolutely not compulsory.

Part 3B: The middle 57 (or more) rows of the strap :

Tapestry chart: P3B. Chart legend: black = C1, grey = C2. Repeat rows 1-8 a total of 7 times (or as many times as you'd like, if you want a longer strap - just ensure to repeat a full set of the 8 rows). After you've done this, repeat the pattern for the first row one more time but this time, change colour at the end of the row. Do NOT fasten off yet - move onto part 3C.

Row 1 :

2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 2 :

3 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 1 sc in C1. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 3 :

4 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 4 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 5 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 6 :

3 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 7 :

4 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 8 :

1 sc in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 9 - Row 56 :

Repeat ROW 1 - ROW 8 six more times, for a total of 7 sets. If you'd like a longer strap, feel free to repeat these rows as many times as you'd like, just make sure to do a repeat of all 8 rows.

Row 57 :

2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Part 3C: The last 27 rows of the strap :

Tapestry chart: P3C. Chart legend: black = C1, grey = C2. We will now just be working the chart from part 3A in reverse. Once you finish, ch1 and fasten off - your strap is now complete!

Info :

Written instructions: P3C. We will now just be working the instructions from part 3A in reverse.

Row 1 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Ch1 and turn your work. If you'd like, add a stitch marker to mark this row - this may make it easier when attaching the strap to the main body, however it's not absolutely not compulsory.

Row 2 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 3 - Row 17 :

3 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1, change colour, 3 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 18 :

2 scs in C2, change colour, 4 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 19 :

1 sc in C2, change colour, 6 scs in C1, change colour, 1 sc in C2. Change colour, ch1 and turn your work.

Row 20 - Row 23 :

3 scs in C1, change colour, 2 scs in C2, change colour, 3 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 24 - Row 25 :

2 scs in C1, change colour, 4 scs in C2, change colour, 2 scs in C1. Ch1 and turn your work.

Row 26 - Row 27 :

1 sc in C1, change colour, 6 scs in C2, change colour, 1 sc in C1. Ch1 and fasten off - your strap is now complete.

— Part 4: Attaching the pieces of the bag together :

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Now that all 4 pieces of your bag are ready - the two sides of the main body, the base, and the strap - we can begin to attach them together. First we will work on attaching the two sides of the bag to the base. Align the base of the bag and one side of the main body as shown in the image. Attach yarn in C1 through the corner of both pieces, and ch1. We will now be placing scs through both layers to attach the two pieces. You’re welcome to just place scs in C1 as you go along, or you can change colours in line with the way the colours change along the first row of the base as shown in the pictures that follow (please refer to ROW 1 of the base instructions for the stitch count if you'd like to be exact, but just doing it approximately works just as well). Once you’ve placed scs all the way along the two pieces, ch1 and fasten off.

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Repeat these steps to attach the other side of the bag to the base. We will now work to attach the strap to the bag. First we will attach the base of the strap to the base of the bag - to do so, attach yarn in C2 through both corners of the base and strap and ch1. Place scs in C2 through both layers as you go along - note there won’t be exact stitches to go through, just place the scs wherever you find a space, and try your best to keep it straight and aligned. Once you’ve reached the end of the base of the bag and strap, ch1 and fasten off.

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Now that we’ve attached the strap to the bottom of our bag, we’ll attach one side of the strap to one side of the main body, then to the other. Begin by attaching yarn in C1 by going through both the bottom corner of the strap and the bag as shown in the following picture. To attach these two pieces, we will once again be placing scs through both layers. As you go along, try to align the top of your bag to the 27th row of the strap - where you might have placed a stitch marker previously. Once you reach the top of the bag and the stitch marker, ch1 and fasten off. Repeat for the other side.

— Finishing :

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Weave in any remaining ends, trim tails, and tidy up your joins. Optionally block or steam lightly to even out the bag. Add any final edging if desired. Your Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag is complete!

Assembly Instructions

  • Align the base of the bag and one side of the main body, attach yarn in C1 through the corner of both pieces, ch1, then single crochet through both layers to join the pieces; ch1 and fasten off when finished.
  • Repeat joining steps to attach the other side of the main body to the base to form the bag shell, making sure to align the pattern motifs so the hearts sit centrally.
  • Attach the base of the strap to the base of the bag by joining with C2 through both corners and placing single crochets through both layers; ch1 and fasten off when the base is attached.
  • Attach each side of the strap to the main body: join yarn in C1 at the bottom corner of the strap and bag, single crochet through both layers along the side, align the top of the bag to the 27th row of the strap and finish with ch1 and fasten off.
  • Sew in all ends and weave tails into the wrong side; tie a quick knot where two colours finish in the same row before trimming to secure colour changes.
  • Pin parts before you sew for symmetrical placement and to check alignment; adjust before fastening off for best appearance.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the start of rows and the 27th row of the strap to make attaching pieces and alignment easier.
  • 💡Sew in ends as you go after finishing each piece to avoid a large number of loose ends at the end of the project.
  • 💡When carrying a colour, keep the unused strand relatively taut and place stitches over the carried strand to hide it and prevent it from showing through the right side.
  • 💡If you fasten off a row that leaves you holding two colours, tie a quick knot with the two strands after chaining one and cutting both strands to keep the join secure.

This Powerpuff Heart Shoulder Bag pattern combines bold tapestry colourwork with a wearable, practical design you can be proud of. The charts and row-by-row written instructions make it accessible whether you prefer following a chart or reading rows. Finish with neat joins and woven-in ends for a professional result you’ll love to carry. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures approximately 26cm wide by 20cm high with a strap length of about 45cm using the recommended weight 3 yarn and a 4mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and the look of the tapestry charts; if you use a thicker yarn (weight 4) and a larger hook, the bag will be larger and the stitches more pronounced.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses tapestry colour changes and assembly steps; basic knowledge of single crochet, colour changes, carrying yarn and sewing pieces together 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 many repeats you make for the strap, and how meticulous you are with finishing.