Crochet Waffle Bag: Raffia Yarn Shoulder Bag

Crochet waffle bag : perhaps the single most exciting and internationally appreciated new texture project with regards to style and durability is the raffia yarn crochet waffle bag, with its elegant 3 dimensional stitching. This tutorial embraces the entire process inclusive of material selection, shape formation, and the pre-eminent detailing of the shoulder bag.

Raffia yarn imbues structure and an earthly charm to the bag while the crochet project’s readily accessible nature serves to encourage creativity to its holder, imparting upon the user a stylish accessory for everyday use.

Why we love the crochet waffle bag

Raffia yarn brings about a sense of satisfaction; it is tough yet pliable and light yet strong.

When it is coupled with a double waffle stitch, a modern crochet texture is formed that verges on woven.

This is a great project because;

🧶 After mastering waffle stitch, it becomes easy to tackle.

💼 This bag relaxes into position naturally. There is no requirement for stiffener or a lining.

🌞 This bag is a summer shoulder bag that is light, fashionable, and sustainable.

🎁 This is a great gift for people who enjoy handcrafted minimalist designs.

Material kit for crochet waffle bag

💙Raffia yarn: https://amzn.to/3KqdAwE

💙hook & yarn needle & marker buckle : https://amzn.to/3TXavWn

Abbreviation for crochet waffle bag

ch = Chain stitch
sc = Single crochet
sl =Slip stitch
st(s) =Stitch(es)
R=Round
dc = double crochet
tr = treble crochet
fbdc = front/back double crochet (as per your notation)
sk = skip
mc=Magic ring
dec=decrease

Video for crochet waffle bag

The referenced video guides the user on the crochet construction of a stunning shoulder bag with raffia yarn using a beautiful waffle stitch.

Each crochet step from the base of the bag to the strap is illustrated and hints on texture and shaping are provided.

Get those crochets ready and let us embark on a crochet journey to make an elegant, sophisticated bag that is perfect for daily use.

https://youtu.be/mnp1-zVPVFQ

Crochet body

Section	Row	Instructions
Front	Base	Ch 61 + 2ch
	R1	Skip 4, dc in each purl stitch to end
	R2	2ch, flip over, skip 3, fbdc in each stitch, dc to end
	R3	2ch, flip over, skip 3, [(dc, dc, tr), sk1] repeat, dc, dc, dc to end
	R4	Same as R2
	R5	Same as R3
	R6-R25	Repeat R4-R5
Bottom & Side	R27	Based on R26, from left count 38ch and mark last stitch, from right count 38ch and mark last stitch. Ch, 38sc in each back of chain stitch on both sides; normal sc in each stitch in the middle
	R28-R32	Ch, flip over, sc to end. Leave 15cm on each side and fasten off
Back	R33	Based on R32, count 38 stitches from left and right towards center, mark with stitch markers. Insert hook at marker positions. 2ch, dc to end between markers
	R34	2ch, flip over, skip 3, fbdc in each stitch, dc to end
	R35	2ch, flip over, skip 3, [(dc, dc, tr), sk1] repeat, dc, dc, dc to end
	R36-R73	Repeat R34-R35

Sew together

Step	Section	Instructions
A	Sewing the front panel and side panel (counterclockwise)	1. We start sewing from the left side. 2. In the first stitch, we crochet 2 single crochets (2 sc). 3. Then, we crochet 3 single crochets (3 sc) inside each waffle square. 4. Along the bottom, we make slip stitches (sl st), one stitch corresponding to one stitch on the other piece, to reinforce the base. 5. Next, we sew the front panel and right side together — crochet 3 sc in each waffle square, and end with 2 sc in the last stitch. 6. Once finished, we fasten off and conceal the yarn end neatly.
B	Sewing the Back panel and side panel	We follow the same method as used for sewing the front panel and side panel.
C	Edging the cover of bag	1. We crochet 3 sc in each waffle square along the cover edge. 2. At each corner, we add 1 extra sc to make a smooth curve. 3. Along the outermost edge of the cover, we crochet 1 sc per stitch.
D	Finishing the bag opening	1. We crochet 1 slip stitch (sl st) into each stitch along the bag opening. 2. On the last stitch, we leave about 15 cm of yarn, then make an invisible slip stitch to create a seamless finish. 3. Finally, we conceal the yarn end securely.

Crochet button

Round	Instructions
R1	We make a magic ring, then crochet 5 single crochets (5 sc) into it.
R2	We increase in each stitch around — (inc × 5). (Total: 10 sts)
R3	We repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) five times — (sc, inc) × 5. (Total: 15 sts)
R4	We repeat (1 decrease, 1 sc) five times — (dec, sc) × 5. (Total: 10 sts)
R5	We make 5 decreases — dec × 5. (Total: 5 sts)
R6	We crochet 5 single crochets (5 sc).
Finishing	We leave a long yarn tail for sewing and fasten off.

Crochet clasp

Step	Instructions
1	We leave a 15 cm yarn tail at the beginning.
2	Then we crochet 15 chains (15 ch).
3	After finishing the chains, we leave another 15 cm yarn tail for sewing.

Crochet strap

Step	Instructions
1	We leave a 2.5–3 meter yarn tail before starting.
2	Using the long tail, we place it over the hook and crochet slip stitches (sl st) — a total of 110 stitches.
3	After finishing, we leave another 20–30 cm yarn tail at the end. (We need to make two straps in total.)
4	Then, we cut two extra yarn pieces, each about 40 cm long. We fold each in half and attach them to the starting end of each strap for sewing.

Sew button

Step	Instructions
1	We first find the sewing position on the bag.– On the front panel, we count from the middle of each side.– count up 7 rows from the bottom; the intersection point is where we attach the button.
2	We sew the button onto the stitch post, making multiple passes to ensure it is secure.
3	After sewing, we bring the yarn to the back side, tie a knot, and secure it again.
4	We then weave the yarn tail into adjacent stitch posts and cut off the excess.

Sew clasp

Step	Instructions
1	We first find the sewing position at the center of the bag cover.
2	We place the clasp at the marked position. Using a crochet hook, we pull the left and right yarn tails to the back of the fabric and tie a knot, forming a secure clasp loop on the front of the cover.
3	We then thread a yarn needle through the tails, weave them into adjacent stitch posts, and cut off the excess yarn.

Sew strap

Step	Instructions
Sew front of strap- step 1	We first find the sewing position for the strap.– Count one waffle square below the button.– On the front panel, count 4 waffle squares from the left and right toward the center. The intersection point is where we attach the strap.
Sew front of strap- step 2	We place the strap at the marked position.– Using a crochet hook, we pull the two yarn tails to the back of the fabric and tie a knot to secure them.– Then we go up to the stitch post of the upper waffle square, pull the yarn to the back again with the hook, tie another knot, and weave in the tails before cutting the yarn.
Sew front of strap- step 3	We repeat the same method to sew the left strap in place.
Sew back of strap	Using the same technique, we sew the back side of the straps to complete the attachment.