Spooky Sweet Harvest Trio Free Pattern – Crochet a Cozy Halloween Bag Set

Get ready to add a touch of handmade charm to your Halloween decor with this adorable Spooky Sweet Harvest Trio! This free crochet pattern guides you through creating three mini bags shaped like a pumpkin, ghost, and bat. Perfect for trick-or-treating, storing small treasures, or simply adding a cozy, festive vibe to your home, these bags are made with soft, chunky yarn and simple stitches. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a curious beginner, this weekend-friendly project is sure to delight. Let's dive into this fun and functional amigurumi-style craft!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following materials to ensure a smooth and enjoyable crochet session. All three bags use the same base construction, so you'll only need one set of tools!

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in orange, white, and black. You'll also need small amounts of green and yellow for the pumpkin's leaf and stem, plus a tiny bit of pink for the bat's nose.
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge).
• Gauge: 16 sc x 18 rows = 4 inches in single crochet. (Don't worry if your gauge is slightly off – these bags are forgiving!)
• Other Tools: Stitch marker, yarn needle for weaving in ends and embroidering faces, scissors, and optional fabric for lining (if you want extra durability).

Step-by-Step Instructions

General Notes for All Bags

These instructions are designed to be beginner-friendly. Here are a few key tips before you start:

• Continuous Rounds: Work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds – it's a lifesaver!
• Construction: Each bag is worked from the bottom up, then the top edge is finished with a drawstring casing. Handles are crocheted separately and attached at the end.
• Stitch Abbreviations: sc (single crochet), inc (increase – work 2 sc in same stitch), dc (double crochet), ch (chain), sl st (slip stitch), sc2tog (single crochet 2 together – decrease), sc3tog (single crochet 3 together).

Pumpkin Bag

Let's start with the vibrant pumpkin! This bag is a classic, featuring a textured single crochet surface and a cute leaf and stem on top.

Base

Start with the bottom of the bag, working in continuous rounds.

• Round 1: With orange yarn, make a magic ring, work 6 sc into ring. (6)
• Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
• Round 3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
• Round 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
• Round 5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
• Round 6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) around. (36)

Sides

Now we'll build the height of the bag. No increases here – just straight single crochet.

• Rounds 7-18: Sc in each st around. (36) – This is 12 rounds total. Your bag should be taking shape!

Top Casing

This creates the channel for your drawstring. Pay close attention to the double crochet round – it creates the hole for threading.

• Round 19: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (36)
• Round 20: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st around, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (36)
• Round 21: Ch 1, sc in each dc around, join with sl st. (36)
• Fasten off and weave in ends.

Handle (Make 2)

These simple chains create sturdy, braided-looking handles.

• With orange yarn, ch 40.
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach each handle to opposite sides of the bag, sewing securely inside the top casing.

Leaf and Stem

Add the finishing touch to your pumpkin!

• Leaf: With green yarn, ch 6. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. Fasten off, leaving a tail.
• Stem: With yellow yarn, ch 4. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch, sl st in last ch. Fasten off.
• Sew the leaf and stem to the top center of the bag, right above the casing.

Ghost Bag

Next up is the friendly ghost! This one is all about the cute embroidered face.

Base

Follow the exact same base instructions as the pumpkin bag, but use white yarn.

• Round 1: With white yarn, make a magic ring, work 6 sc into ring. (6)
• Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
• Round 3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
• Round 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
• Round 5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
• Round 6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) around. (36)

Sides

• Rounds 7-18: Sc in each st around. (36) – 12 rounds total.

Top Casing

• Round 19: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (36)
• Round 20: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st around, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (36)
• Round 21: Ch 1, sc in each dc around, join with sl st. (36)
• Fasten off and weave in ends.

Face

This is where the ghost gets its personality!

• With black yarn, embroider two oval eyes and a small mouth using satin stitch or French knots.
• Place them about 4 rounds down from the top casing for the perfect spooky-sweet look.

Handle (Make 2)

• With white yarn, ch 40.
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach each handle to opposite sides of the bag, sewing securely inside the top casing.

Bat Bag

Last but not least, the bat! This one has adorable ears and scalloped wings.

Base

Same base as the others, but with black yarn.

• Round 1: With black yarn, make a magic ring, work 6 sc into ring. (6)
• Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
• Round 3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
• Round 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
• Round 5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
• Round 6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) around. (36)

Sides

• Rounds 7-18: Sc in each st around. (36) – 12 rounds total.

Top Casing

• Round 19: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (36)
• Round 20: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st around, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (36)
• Round 21: Ch 1, sc in each dc around, join with sl st. (36)
• Fasten off and weave in ends.

Ears (Make 2)

These tiny triangles give the bat its iconic silhouette.

• With black yarn, ch 4.
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, sc in last ch.
• Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew ears to the top of the bag, on either side of the casing.

Wings (Make 2)

These are worked in rows, not rounds. They create a lovely scalloped edge.

• With black yarn, ch 10.
• Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 8 chs. (9)
• Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog. (7)
• Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog. (5)
• Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog. (3)
• Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc3tog. (1)
• Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew wings to the sides of the bag, just below the casing.

Face

• With white yarn, embroider two small eyes using French knots.
• With pink yarn, embroider a tiny nose using a satin stitch.

Handle (Make 2)

• With black yarn, ch 40.
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach each handle to opposite sides of the bag, sewing securely inside the top casing.

Finishing Touches

You're almost done! Here's how to complete your spooky sweet trio.

• Weave in Ends: Use your yarn needle to weave in all loose ends for a clean, professional finish.
• Optional Lining: For extra durability, add a fabric lining to each bag. This is especially helpful if you plan to use them for trick-or-treating.
• Add Drawstrings: Insert a drawstring through the top casing by threading a length of yarn or ribbon through the dc row. This will allow you to cinch the bags closed!

And there you have it – your very own Spooky Sweet Harvest Trio! These charming bags are perfect for adding a handmade touch to your Halloween celebrations. Whether you use them for collecting candy, storing small toys, or as festive decor, they're sure to bring a smile to everyone's face. Happy crocheting, and enjoy your cozy, spooky creation!