The Bento Backpack | Crochet Backpack Pattern

This boho-style backpack is an adorable accessory for your crochet bag collection.

About the pattern: This pattern is designed for an INTERMEDIATE skill level. The instruction portion of the pattern is 8 pages long. The pattern includes close-up photos to demonstrate techniques and a video stitch tutorial. Here’s an excerpt of the pattern writing style: “[SC 7 (SC 5, INC) REP 3 times] REP 1 time (56 SC)”

Finished Size:

Body of the bag: 13.5 in (34 cm) x 12 in (31 cm)

Flap: 13 in (33 cm) x 9 in (23 cm)

Stitches Used:

JS - Jasmine Stitch

PS - Puff Stitch

SC - Single Crochet

SCBLO - Single Crochet Back Loop Only

SL ST - Slip Stitch

Supplies used:

Hooks:

*K(6.5mm) hook

*7.00mm hook

Yarns:

For a sturdier bag: *Ganxxet; Cotton Rope Zero Waste 2mm - 3 ply; Size 4 medium weight; [95% recycled cotton 5% other fibers; 160 yds/ 146m per 450g roll] 3 rolls 10% off with code BAGSBYBENTO10

For a softer bag: *Lion Brand; Re-Spun Thick & Quick; Size 6 Super Bulky weight; [100% Recycled Polyester; 223 yds/ 204m per 340g skein] Color: Hazelwood; 2 Skeins

*Large sewing needle

*1 stitch marker

Optional: 1-inch rectangle rings 2 pack

Optional: 1-inch rectangle adjusters 2 pack

Optional: Magnetic snap closure or press lock

Digital download is available immediately after purchase! Digital downloads are non-refundable. A link to download will be emailed immediately after purchase. The link to download will expire after 24 hours. You will need to request a new link if yours expires.