Learn to Crochet a Cute My Melody Drawstring Bag

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Body Part Tutorial
   1. Row 1
   2. Row 2
   3. Row 3
   4. Row 4
   5. Row 5
   6. Row 6
4. Drawstring Part Tutorial
5. Melody's Face Tutorial
6. Melody's Ears Tutorial
7. Ribbon Tutorial
8. Bowls Tutorial
9. Combining the Parts
10. Finishing Touches

How to Make a Melody Drawstring Bag

Welcome to my tutorial on how to make a Melody drawstring bag! This tutorial will guide you step by step on how to create a beautiful and functional bag.

Materials Needed

Before we start the tutorial, make sure you have the following materials:

• Hook (3.0 millimeters)
• Yarn (in your preferred color)
• Scissors
• Pins
• Hot glue gun

Now that we have everything we need, let's begin!

Body Part Tutorial

Row 1

To start, make a slip knot and secure it on the hook. Insert the hook into the hole and tighten it up. Make 25 chain stitches in total. Count from the third chain and make a double crochet. Continue with 21 double crochet stitches. On the last chain at the end of the row, make three double crochet stitches inside the same stitch. Continue with 21 double crochet stitches. Make two double crochet stitches for the last chain. Remove the pin and slip stitch to the beginning to complete the row. Cut the unwanted yarn.

Row 2

Start with two chain stitches and continue with 47 double crochet stitches. Remove the pin and slip stitch to the beginning to complete the row.

Row 3

Begin with two chain stitches and continue with 48 double crochet stitches. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the row.

Row 4

Begin with two chain stitches and continue with 48 double crochet stitches. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the row.

Row 5

Begin with two chain stitches and continue with 48 double crochet stitches. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the row.

Row 6

Begin with two chain stitches and continue with 48 double crochet stitches. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the row.

Great job! You have completed the first six rows of the body part. Keep following the tutorial to finish the remaining rows and create the beautiful Melody drawstring bag.

Drawstring Part Tutorial

To create the drawstring for the bag, start by making a slip knot and securing it on the hook. Insert the hook into the hole and tighten it up. Make 70 chain stitches and cut the yarn. Repeat the same steps to create another drawstring.

Melody's Face Tutorial

To create Melody's face, make a slip knot and put the hook over the hole. Start with 10 chain stitches. From the second stitch, make a single crochet. Continue with seven single crochet stitches. On the last stitch, make three single crochet stitches. Make two single crochet stitches inside the same stitch. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the round. Cut the yarn and sew it behind the bag based on your preference.

Melody's Ears Tutorial

To create Melody's ears, make a slip knot and put the hook over the hole. Start with seven chain stitches. From the second stitch, make a single crochet. Then, make a double crochet. Continue with two half double crochet stitches and one single crochet stitch. Repeat the same steps for the second ear. Sew the ears behind the bag based on your preference.

Ribbon Tutorial

To create the ribbon, start with a magic ring and make six single crochet stitches. Take the short yarn and pull it. Then, take a long yarn and tie it into the hole. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the round. Make one chain and cut it. Fold both sides of the ribbon to the middle and sew them together. Sew the ribbon behind the bag based on your preference.

Bowls Tutorial

To create the bowls for the drawstring, start with a magic ring and make one chain. Do two single crochet stitches inside the same stitch. Repeat the same steps five times. Slip stitch to the beginning to complete the round.

Great job! You have completed the tutorial for the Melody drawstring bag. Follow the remaining steps to combine all the parts and add the finishing touches.

Now you have a beautiful and functional Melody drawstring bag. Thank you for following along with this tutorial, and feel free to leave a comment if you have any design requests or suggestions. Happy crafting!

FAQ

Q: Can I use a different yarn thickness for this project? A: While we recommend using a 3.0 millimeter hook and yarn, you can experiment with different yarn thicknesses to achieve different results. Just keep in mind that it might affect the size and structure of the bag.

Q: Can I customize the colors of the bag? A: Absolutely! Feel free to use your favorite colors or match the bag to your personal style. Have fun with it!

Q: Is this bag suitable for beginners? A: This tutorial is beginner-friendly and provides detailed instructions for each step. Even if you have never crocheted before, you should be able to follow along and create a beautiful Melody drawstring bag.

Q: What can I put inside the drawstring bag? A: The drawstring bag is versatile and can be used to carry small items like cosmetics, accessories, or small toys. It's also a great gift idea!

Q: Can I wash the Melody drawstring bag? A: Yes, you can gently hand wash the bag using mild detergent and lukewarm water. Make sure to let it air dry thoroughly before using or storing it.