Retro Daisy Circle Bag Free Crochet Pattern

Introduction

This Retro Daisy Circle Bag is a joyful little project that brings back all the best 90s vibes. It's made from two flat crocheted circles joined at the edges, then dressed up with pastel daisy appliqués for a sweet, handmade look. The bag is perfect for confident beginners ready to practice double crochet in the round, and it works up quickly in worsted weight yarn. The finished piece is smooth and lightweight, with a flat two-layer pouch shape and a long strap that sits comfortably over the shoulder.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight (4) acrylic yarn — 200 yds pastel pink (MC); 50 yds each in white, pastel yellow, pastel blue, pastel green, and pastel purple for daisies and leaves
• Hook: 4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook
• Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker, measuring tape
• Finished size: Bag diameter 10 inches (25.5 cm); strap length 40 inches (101.5 cm)

Abbreviations

• ch — chain
• sl st — slip stitch
• sc — single crochet
• hdc — half double crochet
• dc — double crochet
• MR — magic ring
• st(s) — stitch(es)
• WS — wrong side

Gauge

16 sts and 8 rows in dc = 4 inches (10 cm). Work a small swatch in double crochet and measure it flat to confirm your circle will reach the right diameter.

Tips Before You Start

• Each circle grows by 12 stitches per round — count at the end of every round to keep the disc flat.
• Keep your tension even; loose tension makes the joined bag floppy, tight tension makes it stiff.
• Work the daisy petals loosely so they lie flat when sewn on.
• Pin the strap and appliqués in place before sewing so you can adjust the placement.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bag Sides (make 2, MC)

Rnd 1: MR, 12 dc, join with sl st (12 sts).

Rnd 2: ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join (24 sts).

Rnd 3: ch 2, [dc, 2 dc in next] around, join (36 sts).

Rnd 4: ch 2, [dc in next 2, 2 dc in next] around, join (48 sts).

Rnd 5: ch 2, [dc in next 3, 2 dc in next] around, join (60 sts).

Rnd 6: ch 2, [dc in next 4, 2 dc in next] around, join (72 sts).

Rnd 7: ch 2, [dc in next 5, 2 dc in next] around, join (84 sts).

Rnd 8: ch 2, [dc in next 6, 2 dc in next] around, join (96 sts).

Rnd 9: ch 2, [dc in next 7, 2 dc in next] around, join (108 sts).

Rnd 10: ch 2, [dc in next 8, 2 dc in next] around, join (120 sts).

Rnd 11: ch 2, [dc in next 9, 2 dc in next] around, join (132 sts).

Rnd 12: ch 2, [dc in next 10, 2 dc in next] around, join (144 sts).

Rnd 13: ch 2, [dc in next 11, 2 dc in next] around, join (156 sts).

Rnd 14: ch 2, [dc in next 12, 2 dc in next] around, join (168 sts).

Rnd 15: ch 2, [dc in next 13, 2 dc in next] around, join (180 sts).

Rnd 16: ch 2, [dc in next 14, 2 dc in next] around, join (192 sts).

Rnd 17: ch 2, [dc in next 15, 2 dc in next] around, join (204 sts).

Rnd 18: ch 2, [dc in next 16, 2 dc in next] around, join (216 sts).

Rnd 19: ch 2, [dc in next 17, 2 dc in next] around, join (228 sts).

Rnd 20: ch 2, [dc in next 18, 2 dc in next] around, join (240 sts).

Fasten off. Make a second circle the same way.

Daisy Appliqué (make 6)

Petal round: With white, MR, [ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st] 5 times (5 petals). Fasten off.

Center: With yellow, MR, 6 sc, join. Fasten off, leaving a tail to sew the center to the middle of each daisy.

Leaf (make 4)

Row 1: With green, ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (5 sts). Fasten off.

Strap (MC)

Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (5 sts).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (5 sts).

Rows 3–end: Repeat Row 2 until the strap measures 40 inches (101.5 cm). Fasten off.

Assembly

Place the two circles with WS together. Join MC with sc around the edge, leaving a 6-inch opening at the top for the bag. Sew the strap ends to the sides of the bag at the opening. Sew the daisies and leaves to the front of the bag as desired.

Edging

With MC, sc evenly around the opening. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Assembly and Finishing

Line up the two circles carefully before joining so the edges match. Sew the strap ends securely with a few passes of yarn for strength. Weave in all ends on the wrong side. Block the bag lightly by misting and shaping flat, then let it dry fully before use.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Use a cotton blend for a sturdier bag that holds its shape better.
• Swap the daisy colors for any pastel palette you love.
• Add a button and loop at the opening to keep the bag closed.