{"id":261,"date":"2025-05-24T09:19:31","date_gmt":"2025-05-24T09:19:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=261"},"modified":"2025-05-24T09:19:33","modified_gmt":"2025-05-24T09:19:33","slug":"%f0%9f%8c%b8-how-to-crochet-a-flower-granny-square-phone-bag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=261","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf38 How to Crochet a Flower Granny Square Phone Bag"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide on How to Make a Crochet Flower Granny Square Phone Bag<\/strong>. This DIY project is perfect for beginner to intermediate crocheters and creates a cute, stylish, and functional accessory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf38 How to Crochet a Flower Granny Square Phone Bag<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\uddf6 Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Yarn:<\/strong> Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in 2-3 colors (e.g., one for the flower, one for the square, one for border\/strap)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Hook:<\/strong> 4.0 mm or 4.5 mm crochet hook<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Scissors<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tapestry needle<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Stitch marker (optional)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    \u2728 Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    1. Crochet the Flower Granny Squares<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You’ll need to crochet two identical flower granny squares<\/strong> \u2014 one for the front and one for the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83c\udf3c Flower Center (Round 1)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Make a magic ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Ch 2 (counts as first dc), then work 11 dc into the ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Join with a sl st into the top of the beginning ch-2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. (12 dc total)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83c\udf38 Petals (Round 2)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Ch 2, 2 dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st<\/em> (first petal made).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Repeat in each dc around to make 12 petals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Fasten off the flower color.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        \ud83d\udfe9 Granny Square Base (Round 3 & 4)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Join square color yarn in any ch-2 space behind a petal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same sp<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. In the next 2 spaces, work 3 dc each.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. In the 4th space (corner), work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        5. Repeat pattern around to make a square.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        6. Join with sl st and fasten off or continue for another round to enlarge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Optional:<\/em> Add more rounds for a bigger bag \u2014 just continue granny square-style, adding dc clusters and corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          2. Assemble the Bag<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Lay the two granny squares wrong sides facing in.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. With a contrasting or matching yarn, sc (or sl st) around three sides<\/strong> of the squares to join them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Leave the top side open<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            3. Add the Strap<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            You have a few strap options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \ud83e\uddf5 Option 1: Crochet Strap<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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            • Ch a long chain to your desired length (e.g., 100\u2013120 chains for a crossbody).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Sc or sl st in each chain across for a thicker strap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Sew each end of the strap securely to the inside top corners of the bag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              \ud83e\uddf6 Option 2: Braided Strap<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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              • Cut 3 long yarn strands (3 times the desired finished length).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Knot and braid them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Attach each end to the bag securely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                4. Finishing Touches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                • Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Block the bag if needed for a neater shape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  \ud83d\udccf Optional: Customize the Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  • To fit larger phones, make the granny squares bigger or add a few plain dc rows around the square before assembling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • For a mini bag, reduce the number of rounds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                    \ud83e\uddfc Care Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Hand wash or use a gentle cycle with cold water if using washable yarn.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Lay flat to dry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                      \ud83e\udea1 Optional Add-ons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                      • Add a zipper or button closure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Line the bag with fabric for extra sturdiness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Embellish with beads, tassels, or appliqu\u00e9.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        Watch video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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