{"id":644,"date":"2025-10-06T14:47:43","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T14:47:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=644"},"modified":"2025-10-06T14:47:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T14:47:43","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%b6-crocheted-torba-bag-with-honeycomb-pattern-and-solid-bottom-step-by-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=644","title":{"rendered":"\ud83e\uddf6 Crocheted Torba Bag with Honeycomb Pattern and Solid Bottom \u2013 Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sure! Here’s a detailed guide<\/strong> on how to make a crocheted torba bag<\/strong> (torba means bag in several languages like Turkish, Arabic, etc.) with a honeycomb pattern body<\/strong> and a solid bottom<\/strong>. This tutorial is beginner to intermediate level and assumes some basic crochet knowledge (like magic ring, single crochet, double crochet, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\uddf6 Crocheted Torba Bag with Honeycomb Pattern and Solid Bottom \u2013 Step-by-Step Guide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83e\uddf5 Materials Needed:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Yarn: Cotton or polyester cord<\/strong> (recommended: 3mm thickness)\n
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    • Solid color works best to highlight the honeycomb pattern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Crochet hook: Size suitable for your yarn (typically 4.0mm \u2013 5.0mm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Stitch marker<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Tapestry needle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Optional: Lining fabric and sewing supplies if you want a fabric lining<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83e\udde9 Pattern Structure:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Solid Flat Base<\/strong> (oval or circular)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Transition Round<\/strong> to start sides<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Honeycomb Pattern Body<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Bag Top Edge and Handles<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        \u2733\ufe0f STEP 1: Make the Solid Bottom (Oval)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Option A: Oval Base (recommended for torba)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Foundation Chain<\/strong>: Ch 21 (you can adjust for desired width)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Round 1:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • SC in 2nd ch from hook and next 18 sts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • 3 SC in last ch (this turns the corner)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Work along the opposite side of the chain: SC in next 18 sts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • 2 SC in the last ch (now you have a full oval)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Join with a sl st to the first SC (or continue working in spiral)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Round 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • SC around, placing 2 SC in each corner stitch (i.e., the 3 stitches on each end get increased)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Continue increasing each round on corners to keep the oval flat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Repeat for 4\u20135 rounds<\/strong>, depending on desired base size<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            Use a stitch marker if you’re working in a spiral to keep track of rounds.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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            \u2733\ufe0f STEP 2: Transition to Body<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Round X (after bottom is done):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • SC in back loop only<\/strong> around \u2013 this gives a sharp edge to transition to vertical sides<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Next round: SC in both loops around<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Now, begin honeycomb pattern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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              \u2733\ufe0f STEP 3: Honeycomb Crochet Pattern (Mesh Style)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              This pattern is made using chains and double crochets<\/strong> to create a hexagonal mesh, resembling a honeycomb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \ud83e\uddf7 Repeat Pattern:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Round 1:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • DC in first stitch, ch 1, skip 1 st<\/em> \u2014 repeat around<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Join with sl st to top of first DC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Round 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Sl st into the first ch space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • DC into ch space, ch 1<\/em> \u2014 repeat around<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Join with sl st<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Repeat Round 2<\/strong> until desired height (usually 15\u201325 rounds depending on bag height)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  The result is an open, airy honeycomb-style pattern. You can modify to use puff stitches or clusters for a thicker honeycomb if desired.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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                  \u2733\ufe0f STEP 4: Top Edge + Handles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  After finishing the body:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Round X (Finishing Edge):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Work 2\u20133 rounds of SC to create a firm top edge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    \ud83d\udc5c Add Handles:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    Option 1: Simple Crochet Handles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • After SC rows, ch 30 (or desired length), skip 10\u201312 stitches, attach with sl st<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • SC across the chain in next round to reinforce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Repeat on opposite side for second handle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Option 2: Add Leather or Wooden Handles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Sew or crochet into place using metal rings or by looping through reinforced eyelets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                        \ud83e\uddf7 Optional: Lining the Bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                        If you want to add a lining (especially since honeycomb is see-through):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        1. Cut fabric slightly larger than the bag body<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        2. Fold and sew sides to shape<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        3. Insert into bag and hand stitch to the top edge<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                          \ud83e\uddfc Final Touch:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                          • Weave in all yarn ends<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Steam block gently if needed to shape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                            \ud83d\udd01 Pattern Recap:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                            Section<\/th>Stitches Used<\/th>Tips<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                            Bottom<\/td>SC<\/td>Increase at corners evenly<\/td><\/tr>
                            Transition<\/td>SC BLO<\/td>Creates crisp base edge<\/td><\/tr>
                            Body<\/td>DC, CH<\/td>Use stitch markers for consistency<\/td><\/tr>
                            Top Edge<\/td>SC<\/td>Reinforce before adding handles<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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                            \ud83d\udccf Suggested Dimensions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                            • Base<\/strong>: 25cm x 10cm (oval)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Height<\/strong>: 25\u201330cm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Handles<\/strong>: 30\u201340cm (adjustable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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

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