Easy Granny Square Clutch Bag🧶

Ready to turn your yarn stash into a stunning and practical accessory? This small, colorful bag is made from just one large granny square, making it a quick and gratifying project. The design uses concentric rings of color to create a captivating visual effect, and the simple construction transforms the flat square into a sturdy and stylish pouch. It’s the perfect size for a wristlet, a small handbag, or a pouch to hold your essentials.

The pattern builds on a classic granny square motif but with a unique twist, using a different color for each round to create a dynamic, multi-hued look.

What You’ll Need:

Yarn: Worsted weight (Aran/10 ply) yarn. Cotton is a great choice for its durability and firm fabric, but acrylic would also work well. This project is ideal for using up leftover yarn.
- You will need approximately 15-25 yards of each of the 8-9 colors. The example uses:
  - Color A (Center): Yellow
  - Color B: Maroon
  - Color C: Green
  - Color D: Blue
  - Color E: Pink
  - Color F: Yellow
  - Color G: Light Blue
  - Color H: Brown
  - Color I (Final Border & Strap): Pink/Lilac
Crochet Hook: Size H/5.0mm (or hook size to achieve a firm fabric that holds its shape).
Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends and seaming.
Scissors

Abbreviations Used:

ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
dc: double crochet
st(s): stitch(es)
sp: space
rnd: round
FO: fasten off
[ ]: repeat instructions in brackets
( ): stitch count at the end of the round

Gauge:

Your finished granny square should measure approximately 25 cm x 25 cm (10 inches x 10 inches). Achieving this size is important for the final dimensions of your bag. If your square is coming out significantly smaller or larger, adjust your hook size.

Part 1: The Large Granny Square

We will create one large, multi-color granny square by adding a new color each round.

Using Color A (Yellow)

Rnd 1 (Center):

Make a magic ring (or ch 4 and sl st to first ch to form a ring).
Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), work 11 dc into the ring.
Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. (12 dc)
Pull the magic ring tight to close the center. FO Color A.

Using Color B (Maroon)

Rnd 2:

Join Color B in any stitch. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc).
Work 1 dc in the same stitch. Work 2 dc in each stitch around.
Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. (24 dc)
FO Color B.

Using Color C (Green)

Rnd 3 (Beginning the Granny):

Join Color C in any stitch. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in the same stitch.
[Ch 1, skip 2 stitches, 3 dc in the next stitch] around.
After the last cluster, ch 1. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. (8 clusters of 3 dc, 8 ch-1 spaces)
FO Color C.

Using Color D (Blue)

Rnd 4:

Join Color D in any ch-1 space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in the same space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space (this is your first corner).
Ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 space (this is your first side).
[Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-1 space (corner made), ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 space (side made)] – Repeat around for the remaining sides and corners.
After the last side, ch 1. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3.
FO Color D.

Using Color E (Pink)

Rnd 5:

Join Color E in any ch-2 corner space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in the same space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space (first corner).
[Ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 2 times.
[Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-2 corner sp, [ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 2 times] – Repeat around for the remaining sides and corners.
After the last side, ch 1. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3.
FO Color E.

Using Color F (Yellow)

Rnd 6:

Join Color F in any ch-2 corner space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in the same space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space.
[Ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 3 times.
[Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-2 corner sp, [ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 3 times] – Repeat around.
Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3.
FO Color F.

Using Color G (Light Blue)

Rnd 7:

Join Color G in any ch-2 corner space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in the same space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space.
[Ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 4 times.
[Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-2 corner sp, [ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 4 times] – Repeat around.
Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3.
FO Color G.

Using Color H (Brown)

Rnd 8:

Join Color H in any ch-2 corner space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in the same space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space.
[Ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 5 times.
[Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-2 corner sp, [ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] 5 times] – Repeat around.
Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3.
FO Color H.

Using Color I (Pink/Lilac)

Rnd 9 (Final Border):

Join Color I in any ch-2 corner space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc).
Work 1 dc in the same space, ch 2, 2 dc in the same space (first corner).
Work 1 dc in each stitch and ch-1 space around the side until you reach the next corner.
[Work (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the next ch-2 corner sp, work 1 dc in each stitch and ch-1 sp around the side] – Repeat around.
Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. Do not fasten off.

Weave in all ends securely before assembling your bag.

Part 2: Assembly

Lay your square flat with the right side facing down.
Fold the square in half.
Using the yarn still attached to your hook, ch 1.
Work sc stitches through both layers to join the two sides together.
Work 1 sc in each stitch, from the folded bottom corner up to the top edge on one side.
Secure with a sl st, then cut the yarn and weave in the end.
Attach yarn to the other bottom corner and repeat steps 4-6 to seam the second side.
Turn the bag right side out.

Part 3: The Crocheted Strap

The strap in the image is simple and attached to a single corner, making it a perfect wristlet or handle.

With the yarn still attached from your final border round, ch 30 (or your desired length for a wristlet/handle).
Turn your work.
Starting in the second chain from the hook, sc back down the chain, working 1 sc into each chain.
Sl st into the top of the bag on the same corner to form a loop.
FO and weave in the end.

Video tutorial

Finishing Touches:

Final Weaving: Double-check that all of your ends are woven in securely to prevent unraveling.
Blocking (Optional): Gently steam or spritz your bag with water, then stuff it with a towel to help it hold its shape and allow it to air dry. This will help the stitches and seams look clean and even.

You’ve now created a beautiful and unique granny square bag that’s all your own! Enjoy your new accessory.