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Learn to crochet your own T-shirt yarn bag

how to make a t-shirt yarn bag step by step?

In this tutorial, I'll show you how to create a sturdy and stylish t-shirt yarn bag, inspired by The Las Picantitas Collection by byArtesanna.

This project is perfect if you're new to crochet or want to create unique handmade bags.

🧵 Materials needed

To make this bag, you'll need:

  • 100% cotton t-shirt yarn (2 to 3 skeins approx.)
  • Thick crochet hook (8–10 mm)
  • Scissors
  • Stitch markers
  • Handle (leather or crochet)
  • Tapestry needle for finishing

🔤 Pattern abbreviations

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • inc = increase (2 stitches in the same stitch)

🧶 Step 1: Bag base

  1. Make 18 chains + 1 turning chain. (19 total)
  2. Work single crochet stitches across the entire chain.
  3. In the last stitch of the row, make 3 increases to turn.
  4. Continue along the other side of the chain with single crochet stitches.
  5. Repeat the increase at the end to form an oval base.

💡 Tip: try to maintain even tension so the base remains firm.

🧶 Step 2: Bag body

  1. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch of the base.
  2. Do not make increases: this will cause the bag to start rising.
  3. Repeat rows until the desired height is reached (approx. 18–22 cm).
  4. Always maintain the same tension for a clean and professional finish.

💡 byArtesanna Tip: if you want more structure, you can crochet in the back loop.

🧵 Step 3: Finishing and handles

  1. Make a final round of slip stitches for a cleaner edge.
  2. Fasten off the yarn and weave in the ends.
  3. Attach the handles (leather or crochet). See
  4. Secure the seams well for added strength.

👜 Final result

You now have your t-shirt yarn crochet bag, La Rebelde Bag style,
unique, sturdy, and with plenty of attitude.

💡 Want the complete step-by-step pattern with photos?

This article is a summarized version of the process.

👉 I have prepared the complete downloadable PDF pattern, which includes:

  • Detailed round-by-round instructions
  • Step-by-step photos
  • Exact measurements
  • Printable version
  • Professional finishing tips

👉 You can get it here: La Rebelde Bag Pattern

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