Crochet Pumpkin Stitch Drawstring Bag Pattern In 3D Design

A crochet pumpkin-shaped bag is charming on its own, but giving it a raised pumpkin stitch transforms it into a piece that looks ready for the Thanksgiving season. The textured surface adds depth from every angle, while the drawstring top keeps tiny treats, gift cards, or everyday essentials tucked away.

Crochet Pumpkin Stitch Drawstring Bag Pattern

The step-by-step instructions show how the signature pumpkin stitch builds. The bag’s dimensional look without making the crochet piece feel overwhelming. You’ll also see how the drawstring comes together to create a neat. Practical finish and how different color choices can give the design its own seasonal personality. As each section takes shape, the clever construction reveals why this little bag is such a satisfying crochet piece to make.

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Materials & Tools Needed

• Yarn: Two contrasting colors of medium-weight yarn (to form the pumpkin texture effect).
• Crochet Hook: Recommended size 4.0mm (or the size needed to achieve desired tension).
• Optional: Stitch markers, scissors, and a darning needle for finishing.

Finished Size & Customization Ideas

• Finished Size: The base width of the bag (before height addition) is approximately 5-7 inches, depending on the number of increase rounds. The height is customizable by adding or reducing rows between puff stitch sections.
• Customization Ideas:
  • Adjust the number of increases in the early rounds to create a larger or smaller bag base.
  • Switch up colors for a gradient look.
  • Use metallic or sparkly yarn for a glamorous Thanksgiving accent.

Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology (US Terms)

• ch: Chain
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• sc: Single Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet
• tr: Treble Crochet
• hdc: Half Double Crochet
• st(s): Stitch(es)
• puff st: Puff Stitch – Yarn over, insert hook into designated space, pull up a loop, repeat 4 times for a total of 9 loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through all loops, yarn over and pull through the last loop to lock.
• blo: Back Loop Only

Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions

Base of the Bag (Rounds 1–4):

We first work the circular base of the drawstring bag, forming the foundation.

1. Round 1: Create the center circle
   • Begin with a slip knot and ch 4.
   • Join with a sl st to form a circle.
   • ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
   • Work 11 dc into the center of the circle (12 dc including the initial ch 3).
   • Join with a sl st to the top of the ch 3.

   Stitch Count: 12 dc

2. Round 2: First increase round
   • ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
   • Work 1 dc into the same stitch. Then, work 2 dc in each st around.
   • Join with a sl st to the top of the ch 3.

   Stitch Count: 24 dc

3. Round 3: Second increase round
   • ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
   • Work 1 dc in the same stitch. Next, work the pattern 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in the following st around.
   • Join with a sl st to the top of the ch 3.

   Stitch Count: 36 dc

4. Round 4: Final increase round for the base
   • ch 3 (counts as first dc).
   • Work 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, and 2 dc in the following st. Repeat this pattern around the circle.
   • Join with a sl st to the top of the ch 3.

   Stitch Count: 48 dc

Forming the Height of the Bag

At this point, the width of the bag base is determined. If you want a larger bag base, continue increasing in the pattern established in Rounds 3–4. Otherwise, proceed to create the height of the bag.

Round 5: Back loop foundation row

• ch 3 (counts as first dc).
• Work 1 blo dc (back loop only double crochet) in every st around.
• Join with a sl st to the top of the ch 3.Stitch Count: 48 blo dc

Round 6: Mesh Round

This round creates chain spaces for the pumpkin stitch clusters.

1. ch 1, then work 1 sc in the same st.
2. Work 1 sc in the next 2 sts. Chain 3, skip the next 3 sts, and work 1 sc in the 4th st.
3. Repeat the pattern: 1 sc in the next 2 sts, ch 3, skip 3, sc into the next st.
4. Join with a sl st into the first sc.

Round 7: Begin Puff Stitch Pattern

We introduce puff stitches to develop the 3D texture.

1. Attach new color (optional).
2. ch 3 and work 5 puff sts in the first ch-3 space. (Refer to the puff stitch instructions in the abbreviations section.)
3. ch 3. Skip 1 sc, sc into the next sc. Then ch 3.
4. Repeat 5 puff stitches into each ch-3 space, followed by ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc into the next sc.
5. Continue until the end of the round.

Round 8–10: Alternating Pumpkin Layers

Alternate the puff stitch layers (pumpkin texture) and single crochet layers.

• Round 8: Use the base yarn to create a connecting layer over the puff stitches as described in Round 6.
• Round 9: Return to the puff stitch yarn to start another pumpkin-textured row as in Round 7.

Repeat this process until you achieve your desired bag height.

Final Edging (Optional):

1. At the top edge of the bag, work 3 dc clusters into each ch-3 space from the final round.
2. Finish off and weave in ends securely.

Drawstring Cords:

1. Create a cord by chaining 60 or more chains, depending on your desired length.
2. Weave the cord through the chain spaces at the top of the bag. Create two cords for a traditional drawstring effect.

Finishing Touches

• Weave in all ends using a yarn needle.
• Optional: Add tassels or beads to the ends of the drawstring cords.

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