Shell Bag Pattern

Hello, crochet friends! I’m Luana, and today I’m thrilled to share with you a truly special project.
If you’ve followed my work, you know that I pour a lot of love, care, and creativity into everything I create and this piece is no different!

In this tutorial, we are going to make a beautiful and elegant crochet piece that shines quite literally.
We’ll be working with two yarns at the same time – one smooth and one shiny – to create a unique texture and a sophisticated finish that will surely catch everyone’s attention.
Whether you are looking for a new project to refresh your crochet routine or searching for the perfect handmade gift, this piece is a fantastic choice.

Don’t worry if you’ve never worked with two yarns together before – I’ll guide you through every step with clear instructions and tips to make the process easy and enjoyable.
Plus, by the end, you’ll not only have a stunning handmade item but also a new skill under your belt!

So grab your materials, make yourself comfortable, and let’s crochet something beautiful together.
And remember: don’t forget to like, comment, and share your progress with me — your feedback and interaction help me continue bringing you new ideas and inspiration!

Materials

• 1 skein of Anne yarn with shine

• 1 skein of shiny plain yarn (an older yarn; use a similar one of your choice)

• 3 mm crochet hook (Clover brand or similar)

• Scissors for finishing

Instructions

Beginning
Work with both yarns held together.
Create a magic ring.
Inside the ring, chain 3 (counts as your first double crochet).
Work a total of 8 double crochets inside the ring, counting the initial chains.
Pull the ring tight to close.

Row 2
Chain 3 (counts as the first double crochet).
Turn the work (wrong side facing).
In the space between the double crochets, work 2 double crochets.
Chain 1 between each set.
Repeat: 2 double crochets between stitches, separated by 1 chain.
At the end, work 1 double crochet into the last stitch.

Row 3
Chain 4 (3 for height + 1 for space).
Turn the work.
In the space between the two double crochets of the previous row:
Work 1 double crochet, 1 chain, 1 double crochet (creating a “V” stitch).
Chain 1, and in the next space, work 1 double crochet alone.
Alternate between V stitches and single double crochets.

Note: After the second “V” stitch, do not chain between the “V” and the single double crochet to avoid crowding the stitches.

Row 4
Chain 4 (3 for height + 1 for space).
Inside each “V” from the previous row:
Work 2 double crochets, 2 chains, and 2 double crochets (all in the same space).
Without chaining, move to the isolated double crochet from the previous row:
Work 1 front post double crochet (FPDC).

Keep repeating:
2 double crochets, 2 chains, 2 double crochets inside the “V”.
1 FPDC around the single double crochet.

Final Tips

• Right side: Remember that the right side of your work is where you started.

• Care: Always pick up both strands together to maintain even shine throughout the project.

• Finishing: Keep increasing rows following the pattern until the bag reaches the desired size.

And there you have it!
Your shiny crochet bag is ready to shine wherever you go.
I hope you enjoyed this project as much as I did creating it!
Don’t forget to leave a comment and share your version with me – I’d love to see what colors and yarns you choose.
See you in the next tutorial – and happy crocheting! ✨🧶