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Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern

Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a boho-style shoulder bag made from 11 decorative 5-row squares joined and shaped into a curved bag. The design celebrates colorwork and texture using DK yarn and a variety of stitches including clusters and puff-style bead stitches. Clear photo tutorials and diagrams are included to guide you through each square, joining, shaping and strap construction.

Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The sample bag uses four colours with the cream repeated twice, but you can use from one to five colours or scrap yarn for a playful look. A strap pattern is included with instructions for hardware attachment so you can personalise length and finish.

Why You'll Love This Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it celebrates colour and texture in a compact, wearable project. I adore how the squares come together to form a beautiful 3D shape that feels handmade and bespoke. The mix of cluster, puff and treble stitches gives the bag personality and depth that photograph beautifully. It is also a great pattern for using up scrap DK yarn and experimenting with different colourways.

Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easily you can change the mood of this bag just by swapping colours; try soft pastels for a gentle look or jewel tones for a striking statement.

I often make a mini version by using a lighter yarn and smaller hooks — the same squares in fingering weight produce a lovely small clutch.

You can replace the crocheted strap with a leather strap or metal chain for a different style and quicker finish; attach with the same bag clips shown in the pattern.

I sometimes add a cotton lining for extra durability and to protect delicate items — a simple fabric lining with a zipper makes this bag much more practical for everyday use.

Try adding beads or embroidery to the centre of each square before joining for an extra decorative touch that is completely unique.

I like to experiment with asymmetrical colour placement so each square feels like a little study in colour — it creates a playful, bohemian finish.

If you want a firmer bag, lightly interfacing the flap or using a sturdier foundation for the bottom squares helps the bag keep shape better over time.

I sometimes vary the corner round by substituting a shell stitch for the treble sets to create a different edge profile that still joins easily.

To make it more wearable across seasons, I switch yarn fibre — a linen-blend DK gives a cool summer bag while a wool blend gives warmth and structure for colder months.

Don’t be afraid to shorten or lengthen the strap — the pattern is written so you can make the foundation chain as long as needed in multiples of two so the strap fits exactly how you want it.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not counting clusters at the end of a round can leave you short or over; count your clusters after each round to confirm you have 16 clusters before moving on. ✗ Working a too-loose foundation chain for the strap will make it floppy; go down a hook size for the foundation row to keep it neat and tidy. ✗ Joining squares without aligning the back loop can make seams bulky; place squares back-to-back and join using single crochet into the back stitch only for a neater join. ✗ Pulling color changes too tightly causes warped rounds; change colour with a loose loop and gently tug the new colour to sit flat without gathering the stitches.

Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Molly Boho Bag using DK yarn and easy-to-follow square motifs. This pattern guides you through 11 colorful granny-style squares, joining and shaping into a 3D boho bag with a crocheted strap. Youll love the mix-and-match colorplay and the clear step-by-step photos to help you through assembly.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Molly Boho Bag Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    DK weight yarn, 1-5 colours (sample uses 4 colours with the cream colour repeated twice)
  • 02
    Colour A: Cream (used twice in sample)
  • 03
    Colour B: Rust / Terracotta (sample)
  • 04
    Colour C: Mustard / Yellow (sample)
  • 05
    Colour D: Teal / Blue (sample)
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    Use small amounts of each colour per square; total yardage depends on chosen colours and strap length

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 6mm (J) for squares and main work
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 5mm (H) for strap foundation row
  • 03
    Tapestry/sewing needle for weaving ends and sewing hardware
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    Scissors
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    Bag hooks/hardware (2) for strap clips
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    Stitch markers
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    Wooden or decorative button for flap closure (1)

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— Supplies & Stitches :

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1-5 colours of DK yarn. Size 6mm J + 5mm H Crochet hook. Needle. Scissors. Bag hooks (Hardware). Stitch markers.

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US Terms used: Single Crochet, Double crochet, Cluster Stitch, Puff stitch, Half Double crochet, Treble crochet, Single Crochet Foundation Chain.

— Notes :

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This bag is made of squares with 5 rows, you can use from 1-5 colours to make these bags, the one I have photographed in this pattern has used 4 colours with the cream one repeated twice. This bag is a really fun way to experiment with colorways and I have also made this bag using up just scrap yarn so each square is different and its really pretty, have fun with it and make it your own.

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I have included a strap pattern that requires hardware of bag hooks, these can be purchased on ebay or amazon and come in a variety of colours. You may prefer to attach your handle directly to the bag or alternatively purchase a ready made handle, all of which look great so go with your preference.

— Square (5-row motif) :

Round 1 :

Using the 6mm J hook Magic Ring, Chain 3 (counts as first stitch) Double crochet 15 stitches more (16 stitches total)

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Pull magic circle closed, slip stitch into first stitch.

Round 2 :

Change Colour. Chain 2 (counts as first stitch). Cluster stitch into each stitch (16 total). Slip stitch closed.

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Cluster stitch: Start a Double crochet but only pull through the first loop leaving the second loop on the hook, yarn over and double crochet into same stitch and only pull through the first loops ending up with 3 loops on the hook (for the first cluster, the following clusters will have 4 loops on the hook), pull through all 3 loops and chain 1.

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3 stitches per cluster, 16 clusters total.

Round 3 :

Change colour, Chain 2. As before cluster stitches but this time its 4 stitches per cluster and chain 2 between each. Slip stitch closed.

Round 4 :

Change Colour, Chain 2 (counts as first Double).

Round 4 :

1. Double crochet 3 times into the same stitch.

Round 4 :

2. Half Double crochet 3 times into the next stitch.

Round 4 :

3. Double crochet 3 times into the next stitch.

Round 4 :

4. Treble crochet 3 times into the next stitch.

Round 4 :

5. Chain 1 Treble crochet 3 times into the same stitch as the first set of trebles creating a corner.

Round 4 :

Repeat 1-5 all around.

Round 5 :

Change Colour, Chain 2 (counts as first Double stitch). Double crochet 3 times into each stitch.

Round 5 :

Once you get to the corner Double crochet 3 times, chain 1, Double crochet 3 times again into the same corner stitch, continue round.

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You need to make 11 of these squares.

— Layout & Joining :

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Start with 8 of the 11 squares and lay them out in the arrangement shown in the pattern images (sample uses 8 laid out and then additional squares added at top corners).

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Its time to start to stitch the squares together. Using Single crochet in the back stitch only of the squares. I find placing the squares back to back helps this.

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I have used a contrasting colour but you can use the same colour if you dont want it to be as visible.

— Assembly (forming the bag) :

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Fold in half. You now need to stitch the bag along these lines. The bag will start to take on its 3D shape and not sit flat anymore.

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Now you add 2 more squares at the top corners, these will be folded in half.

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The last Square will need a little manipulation again adding to the 3D shape of the final bag. Stitch it to the back of the bag so it can be folded over the front.

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Now all the squares are joined Single crochet around the whole of the edge of the bag. Once you reach the point of the flap chain 8 and slip stitch back into the same stitch. Continue Single crochet around until you reach each corner (marked with yellow stars on the picture above) Chain 5 and slip stitch into the same stitch.

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Single crochet around again and add 8 stitches into the chain loop for the button hole and 5 stitches into the chain loops at the sides of the bag.

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Choose your button and pick the best spot to place it on your bag, stitch it on.

— Strap :

Row 1 :

Using a size 5mm H hook Start by making a row of Single crochet foundation chain. Make this row as long as you like in multiples of 2, I have done 100 stitches. Going down a hook size for the foundation row helps to keep it neat and tidy.

Row 2 :

Going back to the 6mm J hook, chain 1, Turn work, Single crochet along the whole row. Chain 4, turn work.

Row :

Skip 1 stitch and Double crochet.

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This row is a bead stitch row so you are going to essentially be doing a sideways puff stitch onto the Double crochet you have just made.

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Loop over the hook 4 times before pulling the working yarn through and chain 1, Skip 1, Double crochet, Bead stitch, Skip 1.... cont. On the last stitch leave it as a Double.

Row :

Chain 1, Turn work. Single crochet into each stitch along. One on top of each bead and one between as shown in the photos.

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Single crochet twice into the last stitch space, chain 1 and turn work. Single crochet along every stitch, chain 1 and turn work, repeat for a third time.

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Cut and weave in your ends.

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Take a needle and length of yarn and simply sew your bag clips to the ends of your strap. Clip it to your bag and wear with pride!

— Finishing :

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Now its time to start the strap: sew clips to strap ends, attach to bag hooks and adjust length as desired. Ensure all ends are securely woven in and the button is firmly stitched to the flap for regular use.

Assembly Instructions

  • Start by making 11 squares. Lay out 8 squares in the central layout shown in the photos as your base to form the bag body.
  • Join squares using single crochet into the back stitch only with squares placed back-to-back for a neat join; use a contrasting colour or match the border colour to hide seams.
  • Fold the joined layout in half and stitch the edges indicated so the bag forms a curved 3D shape; stitch along those fold lines until the base holds shape.
  • Add two more squares at the top corners folded in half and attach them; manipulate and stitch the final square to the back so it folds over as the flap.
  • Single crochet around the whole edge of the bag, chain 8 at the flap point for the flap chain loop, and later add 8 stitches into the chain loop for the button hole.
  • Make the strap to desired length, sew bag clips onto each strap end and attach the clips to the bag hardware loops.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the start of rounds and corners, especially when changing colours and shaping the squares.
  • 💡Go down one hook size for the single crochet foundation row of the strap to keep the foundation tight and tidy.
  • 💡Place squares back-to-back when joining with single crochet into the back stitch for a cleaner seam and stronger join.
  • 💡Weave in ends securely and securely sew the button and bag clips to ensure durability for everyday use.

This Molly Boho Bag pattern is a joyful mix of colour, texture and handmade charm you can personalise endlessly. Make it in scraps or a carefully chosen palette to suit your style, and enjoy the meditative process of creating each square by hand. Share your finished bag with pride and wear it everywhere! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The final bag size depends on your yarn and tension; using DK yarn and the sample layout of 11 squares produces a medium shoulder bag roughly large enough for daily essentials.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can change yarn weight but this will alter the finished size; if you use a different weight, adjust hook sizes accordingly and consider changing the number of squares to achieve desired dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you are familiar with double crochet, cluster stitches, treble crochet and joining techniques; the photo tutorials help with the more unusual cluster and bead/puff stitches.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, the number of colour changes and how long you spend on joining and finishing.