Tiny Backpack Crochet Pattern

This adorable little backpack is the perfect project for adding a touch of handmade charm to your life! Whether you're creating a gift for a child or a unique accessory for yourself, this backpack is sure to delight.

This pattern guides you through creating a miniature backpack complete with a flap, straps, and a fluffy pom-pom. The finished size is approximately 4 inches tall and 3 inches wide. It’s a delightful accessory or a sweet addition to a dollhouse.

This pattern is suitable for those with an intermediate crochet skill level. It utilizes basic stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet, as well as increases and decreases. This pattern uses US crochet terminology.

What You'll Need

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• YarnАrt Jeans — Gray (80)

• YarnАrt Jeans — White (62)

• 2.25 mm hook

• Scissors

• Yarn needle

• Fork

TipCard: Finished size: Approximately 4 inches tall and 3 inches wide.

Pattern Instructions

Phase 1: The Backpack Base (Gray)

Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring inc in each st around (12) Round 2: 2 inc, 7 sc, 3 inc, 7 sc, inc (26) Round 3: (1 sc, inc)*2, 7 sc, (1 sc, inc)*3, 8 sc, inc (32) Round 4: 2 ch, 32 sc in BLO, sl st to join (32) Round 5: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Round 6: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Round 7: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Round 8: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Round 9: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Round 10: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Round 11: 2 ch, 32 sc, sl st to join (32) Fasten off and weave in ends.

Phase 2: The Flap (Gray)

Round 1: 14 ch, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 12 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 12 sc in other side, ch 1, turn (27) Round 2: 12 sc, 3 inc, 12 sc, ch 1, turn (30) Round 3: 12 sc, (inc, 1 sc)*3, 12 sc, ch 1, turn (33) Round 4: 12 sc, (inc, 2 sc)*3, 12 sc, ch 1, turn (36) Round 5: 12 sc, (inc, 3 sc)*3, 12 sc, ch 1, turn (39) Round 6: 12 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 2 sc, 13 ch, sc in same ch, 2 sc, inc, 16 sc (42) Continuing without cutting the yarn, work in the round: 10 sc, sl st to join, fasten off leaving a long tail. Sew the flap to the back of the backpack, in the second row from the top.

Phase 3: The Strap

Attach gray yarn to the back of the backpack, ch 90 and attach to the other side. Without cutting the yarn, work 90 sc back across the chain. Fasten off and weave in ends. Find the middle of the strap, create a loop, and sew it to the flap of the backpack.

Phase 4: The Ears (2 pieces)

Round 1: (Starting with white yarn) 15 ch, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 4 sc, 2 hdc, 3 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc, 2 sc in other side, 2 hdc, 3 dc, 2 hdc, 4 sc (27) Change yarn to gray, weave in remaining yarn ends while crocheting sc around: Round 2: 13 sc, inc, 13 sc (28) Fasten off leaving a long tail. Sew the ears to the flap of the backpack.

Phase 5: The Pom-Pom (White)

Wrap yarn around a fork 30 times, cut the yarn, tie around the middle with another piece of yarn, tighten as much as possible and tie a knot. Remove the pom-pom from the fork, cut the loops on both sides and trim with scissors to form a ball. Sew the pom-pom to the front of the backpack.

FAQ

Question: What skill level is required for this pattern, and what prior crochet knowledge is helpful? Answer: This pattern is rated as intermediate. You should be comfortable with basic crochet stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet, as well as increases and decreases. Familiarity with working in the round and basic sewing techniques is also beneficial.

Question: Can I substitute the yarn used in this pattern? Answer: Yes, you can! YarnArt Jeans is a popular cotton yarn, but you can substitute with any similar weight (fingering/sock) cotton yarn. Be aware that different yarn weights or fiber content may slightly alter the finished size and texture of the backpack.

Question: What are the finished dimensions of the backpack, and how can I adjust the size? Answer: The finished backpack is approximately 4 inches tall and 3 inches wide. To adjust the size, you can modify the number of stitches in the initial rounds of the base and the number of chains for the flap and straps. Using a different hook size will also affect the final size.

Question: Do I have permission to sell finished items made from this pattern? Answer: Yes, you are welcome to sell finished backpacks made from this pattern, but please credit the original designer, @niku_kla, when you do so. Sharing the pattern itself is not permitted.

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing your adorable tiny backpack! This little accessory is a testament to your crochet skills and a delightful handmade treasure. Don't forget to share your finished creation with us – tag us in your photos and let us see your beautiful work!