Lavender backpack! This soft purple backpack is practical and pretty — perfect for everyday adventures. It’s roomy, it’s comfortable, and it’s the backpack I grab for day trips.
Simple drawstring backpack with comfortable straps. The lavender is soft and lovely, the construction is sturdy. A great project for a useful bag.
Soft lavender — pretty and practical. Cotton yarn for a sturdy backpack.
What You’ll Need
- Worsted-weight cotton yarn in lavender (approx. 500 yards)
- Size H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
Finished size:
- Approximately 11 inches wide and 14 inches tall
The Pattern
Backpack Body
With lavender, Ch 40. Row 1: SC in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across, Ch 1, turn. (39 SC) Rows 2–36: SC in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn. (39 SC)
Fold in half and slip stitch the sides and bottom. Turn right-side out.
Top Edge
Join lavender at the top. Round 1: SC in each stitch around. Round 2: SC in the next 4 stitches, Ch 1, skip 1, repeat around (drawstring holes). Round 3: SC in each stitch around.
Drawstring
Ch 100. Thread through Round 2. Tie in a bow.
Straps (make 2)
Ch 80. SC back. Sew to the top and bottom back with reinforced stitching.
Front Pocket
Ch 20. Work 12 rows of SC. Sew to the front.
Weave in all ends.
Sophie’s Tips
- The straps should be comfortable — consider padding them!
- The drawstring should cinch easily.
- This backpack in sage or dusty blue is equally lovely.
Adventure awaits — lavender backpack ready!
