This adorable bag was inspired by all the fun bum bags circulating right now. I wanted less of a bum bag and more of a purse so the bag’s items wouldn’t fall out and I wouldn’t have to add a zipper. I absolutely love how it turned out!

Supplies Needed
-Approx. 350-375 yds. of any size 4 ww yarn, in at least 4 colors
-Size 5.5 mm hook, or size needed to obtain gauge
-1 25 mm wooden bead or large button of choice
-Piece of cardboard 4 in. wide, or tassel maker
-Scissors, yarn needle, stitch marker, tape measure

Terms Used and Abbreviations
Pattern is written in US terminology.

Begin(ning) - beg
Chain - ch
Cluster - Cl
Double Crochet - dc
Fasten off - FO
Granny Cluster - GC
Puff Stitch - PS
Repeat - rep
Right side - RS
Single Crochet - sc
Skip(ped) - sk
Slip Stitch - sl st
Space(s) - sp(s)
Stitch(es) - st(s)
Treble Crochet - Tr
Yarn Over - YO

Special Stitches
Beginning Cluster, Cluster, Granny Cluster, Puff Stitch, Cluster Decrease: All special terms are explained in great depth in the pattern.

Gauge
Motif diameter should measure approx 4.5” after completing rounds 1-3.

Finished Measurements
Each motif should measure close to 7” after completing rounds 1-5. Finished bag should measure approx. 13.5” x 8”. Strap should measure approx. 41.5” in length.

I have also included a full video tutorial with this project to help with the most difficult portions of the pattern.

There are no refunds for the purchase of my digital patterns. My patterns have been tested and edited accordingly; however, there may still be lingering errors, as I am human. If you encounter an error, please notify me and I will be happy to make the suggested edit(s) and send you the corrected copy if necessary.