Creative Crochet: Crafting A Cozy Wine Bag

A crochet wine bag is a fun and thoughtful gift for a friend, perfect for a hostess or housewarming gift. The bag can be made in one evening, making it a quick and easy project. The pattern can be adapted to fit any size wine bottle, and the bag can be customised with colours of your choice. The simple version of the pattern is worked solely in the round, while the bobble version features the bobble stitch, open mesh, and a drawstring.

Wine tote with a drawstring

This simple wine tote crochet pattern is a pretty and eco-friendly way to gift a bottle of wine. It features a solid single crochet base with mesh and a drawstring to cinch it closed on top. The drawstring makes it versatile to fit different-shaped wine bottles.

Materials

• Approx. 1.5 oz./100.5 g of Yarn Bee Sugarwheel Cotton (or other #3 yarn)
• G+ (4.5mm) crochet hook
• Beads with a 3mm opening
• Standard 750 ml wine bottle

Stitches Used and Abbreviations

• St/sts = stitch/stitches
• Hdc = half double crochet
• Bbl = bobble (you are basically making a double crochet, but stopping before pulling through the last two loops)

Gauge

4" square = 16 hdc and 11 rows

Instructions

The Base

To begin, make a magic circle and make 8 sc in the circle. Join with a sl st to the first stitch, then chain 1. This will give you a total of 8 sc.

For the second round, make 2 sc in the first stitch and in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first stitch, then chain 1. You should now have 16 sc.

For the third round, make 2 sc in the first stitch, 1 sc in the next stitch, then repeat the following sequence in brackets around: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st]. Join with a sl st to the first stitch, then chain 1. You will have 24 sc.

For the fourth round, make 2 sc in the first stitch, 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, then repeat the following sequence in brackets around: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts]. Join with a sl st to the first stitch. You will have 32 sc.

For the fifth round, make 2 sc in the first stitch, 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, then repeat the following sequence in brackets around: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of next 3 sts]. Join with a sl st to the first stitch, then chain 1. You will have 40 sc.

For rounds 6 to 14, simply sc in the first stitch and in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first stitch, then chain 1.

The Sides

For round 15, chain 3, skip 2 stitches, then sl st to the next stitch. Repeat the following sequence in brackets around: [ch 3, sk 2 sts, sl st to next st]. For the last one, chain 3 and sl st to the first ch 3 of that round. Instead of joining, you will continue working in the round. You should have 14 ch 3 spaces.

For round 16, chain 3, then sl st to the next ch 3 space. Repeat this sequence in brackets around: [ch 3, sl st to next ch 3 sp]. Continue in the round like this until your tote reaches approx. 7" unstretched. You can also try it on your wine bottle to check the fit.

For the last round, make sure you have joined the last ch 3 to the next ch 3 space. Chain 1, then make 3 sc in the same ch 3 space and in each ch 3 space around. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

The Drawstrings

Make 2 drawstrings. Chain 48, sl st in 2 ch from the hook and in each ch across. Before you fasten off, make sure to leave a tail that is about the same length as the first tail. You will use these tails to thread the beads on.

Take one drawstring and weave it in and out of 8 of the ch 3 spaces. Flip the tote over and do the same on the other side with the other drawstring. Both drawstrings will share a ch 3 space on each end.

Cut 2 pieces of yarn about 10" each. Thread each piece through the end of each drawstring (the end without the tails). If your tapestry needle is big enough, you can thread all 4 ends through at once. Pick up a bead and thread it on. Push it up as far as it will go, double knot the yarn to secure it, and trim the ends.

Your wine tote with a drawstring is now finished!

Wine bag with a bobble stitch

The bobble stitch is a fun and trendy stitch that will add a unique texture to your wine bag. It is created by pulling up a series of loops and then pulling them through all at once, making the stitch puff out on the opposite side of the fabric. This stitch is perfect for adding a bit of flare to your crochet projects, and it's easier than it sounds!

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in white, dark purple, and light purple (or colours of your choice)
• 4.5mm crochet hook
• Standard 750 ml wine bottle (to ensure a snug fit)

Instructions:

Base:

Using the white yarn, start by creating a magic ring, ch 2, 11 hdc, and join with sl st in the top of the first hdc.

For the second round, ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, and 2 hdc in each remaining st, join.

For the third round, ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, hdc in the next st, and repeat *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next st*, join.

For the fourth round, ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, hdc in the next 2 sts, and repeat *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts*, join.

At this point, your circle base should measure about 2.5". If you need a larger base, simply add another round by repeating the pattern.

Sides:

Switch to the dark purple yarn.

For the fifth round, ch 2, hdc in the same st, *ch 1, skip the next st, hdc in the next st*, join. You should have 44 sts and ch spaces in total.

For rounds 6-32, ch 2, and in each ch 1 space from the previous round, make a hdc and ch 1, skipping over the hdc's from the previous round. If you want to change colours, switch to light purple at the beginning of round 17 and back to white at the beginning of round 30.

After round 32, your bag should measure about 7.75" in length. If you need it to be longer, feel free to add a few more rows before starting the handles.

Handles:

For round 33, ch 1, sc in each st and each ch space, join.

For round 34, ch 1, sc in 7 sts, ch 30, skip 7 sts, sc in the next 15 sts, ch 30, skip 7 sts, and sc in the remaining 8 sts, join (these ch's will form your handles).

Note: The length of the handles can be adjusted to your preference. If you need longer handles, consider making a ch of 40 instead of 30.

For the final round, sl st in 7 sts, sc in each of the 30 chs, sl st in 15 sts, sc in each of the 30 chs, and sl st in the remaining 8 sts, join and fasten off.

And there you have it! Your wine bag with a bobble stitch is now complete and ready to be enjoyed or gifted to a wine-loving friend!

Wine bag with a fish motif

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn in white, light purple, and dark purple (or DK yarn in five colours)
• 4.5mm crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations

• Rnd = Round
• Ch = Chain
• St = Stitch
• Sl st = Slip stitch
• Sc = Single crochet
• Hdc = Half double crochet
• Dc = Double crochet
• Sk = Skip
• Inv dec = Invisible decrease
• Inc = Increase

Pattern

Base

Using white yarn, make a magic ring.

Rnd 1: Ch 2, 11 hdc in the magic ring, join with sl st in the top of the first hdc.

Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, 2 hdc in each rem st, join.

Rnd 3: Ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, hdc in the next st, *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next st*, join.

Rnd 4: Ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, hdc in the next 2 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts*, join.

—Your circle base should now measure 2.5". If you need a larger base, make another round: ch 2, 2 hdc in the same st, hdc in the next 3 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 3 sts*, join, and so on until you reach your desired size.

Sides

Switch to dark purple yarn.

Rnd 5: Ch 2, hdc in the same st, *ch 1, skip the next st, hdc in the next st*, join.

Rnds 6-32: Ch 2, in each ch 1 space from the previous round, make a hdc, then ch 1 and skip over the hdc's from the previous round.

—After round 32, your bag should measure 7.75" in length. If you need it to be longer, add a few more rows before beginning the pattern for the handles.

Rnd 33: Ch 1, sc in each st and each ch space, join.

Rnd 34: Ch 1, sc in 7 sts, ch 30, skip over 7 sts and sc in the next 15 sts, ch 30, skip over 7 sts and sc in the remaining 8 sts, join (the ch's are your handles).

Note: The length of the handles can be adjusted as needed.

Rnd 35: Sl st in 7 sts, sc in each of the 30 chs, sl st in 15 sts, sc in each of the 30 chs, sl st in the remaining 8 sts, join and fasten off.

Fish Motif

Using the fish pattern from the "No Sew Crochet Fish Amigurumi Free Pattern" by Chai Coffee Crochet, crochet a small fish in a contrasting colour. Sew or crochet the fish onto the front of the bag.

Your wine bag with a fish motif is now complete!

Wine bag with a magic circle

The magic circle is a great way to start a crochet project worked in the round. It creates an adjustable ring that can be pulled tight, eliminating the little hole at the centre of your work.

Materials

• 4.5mm crochet hook
• Worsted weight yarn in white, dark purple and light purple
• Medium (4) weight cotton yarn of your choice (optional)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Instructions

• Make a magic circle with your white yarn.
• Chain 2, then make 11 half-double crochet stitches in the magic circle. Join with a slip stitch in the top of the first half-double crochet. You should now have a total of 11 stitches.
• Chain 2, then make 2 half-double crochet stitches in the same stitch, followed by 2 half-double crochet stitches in each remaining stitch. Join with a slip stitch. You should now have a total of 22 stitches.
• Chain 2, then make 2 half-double crochet stitches in the same stitch. Then, make 1 half-double crochet stitch in the next stitch. Repeat the following sequence around: 2 half-double crochet stitches in the next stitch, 1 half-double crochet stitch in the next stitch. Join with a slip stitch. You should now have a total of 33 stitches.
• Chain 2, then make 2 half-double crochet stitches in the same stitch. Then, make 1 half-double crochet stitch in each of the next 2 stitches. Repeat the following sequence around: 2 half-double crochet stitches in the next stitch, 1 half-double crochet stitch in each of the next 2 stitches. Join with a slip stitch. You should now have a total of 44 stitches.
• Your circle base should now measure 2.5 inches. If you need your base to be larger, make another round by chaining 2, then making 2 half-double crochet stitches in the same stitch, followed by 1 half-double crochet stitch in each of the next 3 stitches. Repeat the following sequence around: 2 half-double crochet stitches in the next stitch, 1 half-double crochet stitch in each of the next 3 stitches. Join with a slip stitch.
• Switch to dark purple yarn. Chain 2, then make 1 half-double crochet stitch in the same stitch. Chain 1, skip the next stitch, then make 1 half-double crochet stitch in the next stitch. Repeat this sequence around: chain 1, skip the next stitch, then make 1 half-double crochet stitch in the next stitch. You should now have a total of 44 stitches and chain spaces.
• Chain 2, then make 1 half-double crochet stitch in each chain space from the previous round. Chain 1 and skip over the half-double crochet stitches from the previous round. Repeat this sequence for rounds 6-32. If you want your colour changes to match mine, switch to light purple at the beginning of round 17 and switch to white at the beginning of round 30.
• Your bag should now measure 7.75 inches. If you need it to be longer, add a few more rows before beginning the pattern for the handles.
• Chain 1, then make 1 single crochet stitch in each stitch and each chain space. Join with a slip stitch. You should now have a total of 44 stitches and chain spaces.
• Chain 1, then make 1 single crochet stitch in each of the next 7 stitches. Chain 30, skip over the next 7 stitches, then make 1 single crochet stitch in each of the next 15 stitches. Chain 30 again, skip over the next 7 stitches, then make 1 single crochet stitch in each of the remaining 8 stitches. Join with a slip stitch. The chains you've made will form the handles of the bag.
• Note: The length of the handles may need to be adjusted to fit your fingers comfortably. You may want to consider making a chain of 40 instead of 30 if you need longer handles.
• Slip stitch in the next 7 stitches, then make 1 single crochet stitch in each of the 30 chains. Slip stitch in the next 15 stitches, then make 1 single crochet stitch in each of the 30 chains. Slip stitch in the remaining 8 stitches, then join and fasten off.

Your wine bag is now complete! Enjoy your new creation or gift it to a friend.

Wine bag with a seamless strap

This crochet wine bag pattern is perfect for gift-giving or as a treat for yourself. The seamless strap makes it strong and sturdy, so you don't have to worry about it coming apart when carrying a heavy bottle of wine. The best part? It's easy to make and can be customised to fit any size wine bottle!

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in white, dark purple, and light purple
• 4.5mm crochet hook

Pattern:

Base:

To start, make a magic ring with your white yarn. Chain 2 and crochet 11 half-double crochets (hdc) in the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) in the top of the first hdc.

For the next rounds, you will be increasing the number of hdc to create a circle base.

Round 2: Chain 2, make 2 hdc in the same stitch, then 2 hdc in each remaining stitch. Join with a sl st. You should have 22 hdc.

Round 3: Chain 2, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat (*2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in the next stitch*) around and join with a sl st. You should have 33 hdc.

Round 4: Chain 2, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc in the next 2 stitches. Repeat (*2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in the next 2 stitches*) around and join with a sl st. You should have 44 hdc.

At this point, your circle base should measure about 2.5" across. If you need it larger, you can repeat Round 4 or add another round of increases.

Sides:

Switch to your dark purple yarn.

Round 5: Chain 2, hdc in the same stitch, then chain 1 and skip the next stitch. Repeat (*hdc in the next stitch, chain 1, skip the next stitch*) around and join with a sl st. You should have 44 stitches and chain spaces.

Rounds 6-32: Chain 2, hdc in each chain 1 space from the previous round, then chain 1 and skip over the hdc from the previous round. You can switch to light purple yarn at the beginning of Round 17 and to white yarn at the beginning of Round 30 if you want to follow the colour pattern in the example.

After Round 32, the bag should measure about 7.75" long. If you need it longer, simply add a few more rounds before moving on to the next step.

Round 33: Chain 1, single crochet (sc) in each stitch and each chain space. Join with a sl st.

Handles:

Round 34: Chain 1, sc in the next 7 stitches, then chain 30. Skip the next 7 stitches and sc in the next 15 stitches. Chain 30 again, skip the next 7 stitches, and sc in the remaining 8 stitches. Join with a sl st. The chains you've made will form the handles of the bag.

Note: The length of the handles may depend on the size of your hands. The pattern suggests a chain of 30, but you can make it longer (e.g., 40 chains) if needed.

Round 35: Slip stitch in the next 7 stitches, sc in each of the 30 chains, sl st in the next 15 stitches, sc in each of the 30 chains, and sl st in the remaining 8 stitches. Join and fasten off.

And that's it! You now have a beautiful and functional wine bag that is perfect for gift-giving or personal use.

Feel free to experiment with different colours and yarn types to make the pattern your own. Happy crocheting!

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