How to Crochet a Crossbody Bag // Belt Bag // Bum Bag // Fanny Pack with zipper and adjustable strap

[@erikaskorkova3739]

Thank you for an Easy to follow tutorial 😍 i just made one (without the strap as i bought a leather one) from acrylic chunky for my bf. In about 2 hours done ☺️

[@caabcrochet]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@EstherOlawunmi-z6q]

Can i use cotton yarn

[@maddyf6942]

Thank you for the video I never used that yarn it looks like its hard to crochet with. Because of the thickness

[@caabcrochet]

It is definitely more stiff than regular yarn. However, it is worth it for the shape and durability it creates for this kind of project.

[@SeidlerDenmark]

Where can I buy the yarn?🧶 I have searched on both Etsy and Amazon 👀

[@caabcrochet]

I am so sad to hear this yarn has been discontinued! ☹️ It was very unique! But the bag can certainly be done with any yarn as long as you just pay attention to the measurement instructions. I would suggest a sturdy cotton yarn (not soft and floppy) or a thinner T-shirt yarn.

[@honeypunches]

Looove this pattern but it looks like this yarn has been discontinued ☹️ any alternatives you would recommend for the same sturdiness?

[@caabcrochet]

oh noo@ I am so sad about this because it was so unique! However, I do think a tshirt yarn would be very sturdy. It is a little different to use since it is stretchy, but it could work. A real sturdy cotton yarn would also be good. Not the soft and silky stuff.

[@rokykhaled3105]

how can I size it with different yarn sizes (a thicker tshirt yarn for example), how many stitches should I use to get it the same size as yours? I'm using a 9 hook

[@caabcrochet]

It's hard to know without doing it myself. You would need to just follow the instructions but stop when your panels are the correct size. Sizing of the panels is listed in the written instructions here: www.caabcrochet.com/crossbody-bag-crochet-pattern-belt-bag/. For the strap and the center panel you will just stitch until you get the width and length you want.

[@laurenminc1412]

Can you make this with Acrylic yarn or does it have to be corded?

[@caabcrochet]

You could use acrylic. It just might be a little more flexible/soft, as the cording yarn is a little more stiff.

[@vailrose]

How could i make it without the buckle? I don't have a big enough one

[@caabcrochet]

You would need to find another way to attach the ends of your straps. Either a different kind of buckle, or you could sew the two ends together at the length you want the strap. It just wouldn't be adjustable.

[@sherrydurham2220]

Seems like a big waste of time and material to have all that bulk inside, why not attach strap to the sides?

[@caabcrochet]

That would certainly be an alternative. I felt the long strap would make it more sturdy and durable.

[@chase9561]

P r o m o S M 😴

[@tammybentley4149]

This tutorial is so stupid and I hated it 😒

[@tammybentley4149]

So true