{"id":268,"date":"2025-05-24T09:29:05","date_gmt":"2025-05-24T09:29:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=268"},"modified":"2025-05-24T09:29:06","modified_gmt":"2025-05-24T09:29:06","slug":"%f0%9f%8d%93-diy-crochet-drawstring-bag-strawberry-stitch-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=268","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf53 DIY Crochet Drawstring Bag \u2013 Strawberry Stitch Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Here’s a detailed, step-by-step DIY tutorial on how to crochet a Drawstring Bag using the Strawberry Stitch<\/strong>. This is a fun, textured stitch that looks like tiny strawberries and is perfect for cute, handmade accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf53 DIY Crochet Drawstring Bag \u2013 Strawberry Stitch Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\uddf6 Skill Level<\/strong>: Intermediate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Requires basic crochet knowledge: chains, single crochet, double crochet, puff stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udce6 Materials Needed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Worsted weight cotton yarn in two colors:\n
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    • Green (for leaves)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Red or Pink (for strawberries)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Crochet hook (Size 4.0 mm \/ G-6 recommended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Yarn needle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Stitch markers (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Drawstring cord or crochet a chain cord<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \u2728 Stitches Used<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Ch<\/strong> = Chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Sl St<\/strong> = Slip Stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Sc<\/strong> = Single Crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Dc<\/strong> = Double Crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Puff Stitch<\/strong> (Strawberry stitch): Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull up loop \u2013 repeat 4 times (9 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all loops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        \ud83d\udccf Finished Size (Approx.)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        • Height: 6-8 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Width: 5-6 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • You can increase or decrease the size by adjusting the starting chain and number of rows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          \ud83e\udea1 Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Step 1: Start the Base (Bottom Circle)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. With green yarn<\/strong>, make a magic ring<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Round 1: Ch 2 (does not count as dc), work 12 dc<\/strong> into ring, join with sl st. (12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each stitch around, join. (24)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          4. Round 3: 1 dc in next, 2 dc in next<\/em>, repeat around, join. (36)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          5. Continue increasing if you want a wider base. Stop once the base is the desired size.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            Step 2: Form the Body of the Bag<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            1. Ch 1, work sc<\/strong> in back loops only around to form a ridge. This marks the base edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Switch to red or pink yarn<\/strong> for strawberries.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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              Step 3: Crochet the Strawberry Stitch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Row 1<\/strong>: (Sc in next st, skip 1 st, puff stitch in next st)<\/em>, repeat around. Join with sl st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Row 2<\/strong>: Sc in each st around (you may need to adjust the stitch count so puff stitches are offset each row).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Row 3+<\/strong>: Alternate puff stitch rows and sc rows, stacking the strawberries between each other.
                Repeat until the bag reaches your desired height.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                \u2705 Tip: Strawberry puff stitches are usually made every other stitch, and the single crochet row helps them pop out.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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                Step 4: Add Green Leaves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                1. Once you’re done with strawberry rows, switch back to green yarn<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Optional: Work a decorative leaf row<\/strong> by doing shell stitches:\n
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                  • (Sc, skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st)<\/em> \u2013 repeat around.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Finish off with 1 round of sc to neaten the top edge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    Step 5: Create Drawstring Holes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    1. Ch 1, sc in 3 stitches, ch 1, skip 1<\/em>, repeat around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    2. Next round: sc in each stitch and chain space.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                      Step 6: Make the Drawstring Cord<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                      Option A: Crochet a long chain (approx. 60\u201380 chains), then sc or sl st back through.
                      Option B: Use i-cord or a store-bought drawstring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Weave through the holes made in Step 5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Tie a knot at each end to secure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                        Step 7: Finishing Touches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                        • Weave in all ends with a yarn needle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Optionally add beads or small crocheted leaves to the ends of the drawstring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                          \ud83c\udf89 Done! You Now Have a Super Cute Strawberry Stitch Drawstring Bag!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                          Perfect for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          • Storing small items<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • A cute summer accessory<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Gifting!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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

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