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accessories, crochet, review · September 18, 2018

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag

Before I say my final farewell to summer, I thought I would share this crocheted raffia beach bag I made using Wool and The Gang’s Ra-ra Raffia collection. Isn’t that a fun name?

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com

They sent me their Bad Romance Bag kit to try out (the whole collection has punny Lady Gaga names). I added black leather straps instead of the crocheted straps and a leather label just for fun. I got my leather for about $10 pre-coupon at Michaels. It comes in a 2 inch wide strap, that I cut down to size, with plenty left over for another project.

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com

 

This bag required a lot of tiny little stitches to work up, it’s all single crochet; but the pattern was so so simple, and it created such a defined, beautiful texture. I have never crocheted with raffia before so it took a bit of a learning curve to get used to not pulling it too tightly, which can tear the raffia. Granted, I tend to have a tight tension normally so it may have been harder for me than it would for most. 😉 After I figured that out though, the raffia, surprisingly, has proven to be very sturdy once it’s crocheted.

We took this bag on our last vacation and I legit stuffed it full with lots of beach gear for these pictures. It held up perfectly.

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com // kit by Wool and The Gang

I think it would be a fantastic pattern for an adventurous beginner. I add adventurous only because the raffia takes some getting used to.

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com // kit by Wool and The Gang

I didn’t know that raffia is made from wood. The label actually says it’s 100% paper! It’s hard to believe this is essentially a paper bag! haha!

Despite that, it holds up great with water and wet things which makes it perfect for the beach. The airy texture also lets the sand sift out the bottom fairly easily.

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com // kit by Wool and The Gang

I went with a traditional raffia color, this is Desert Palm, but Wool and The Gang also carries it in 6 total colors! I love the cinnamon dust color, which is kind of a rust tone. There is also green, white, purple, and navy. They have pattern kits for hats, clutches, and home decor pieces or you can buy it by the roll.

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com // kit by Wool and The Gang

I have a couple more rolls of this Desert Palm raffia that I think I want to try with a floral-like stitch. Wouldn’t that be pretty!? There are so many possibilities! I love materials that inspire me to think outside of the box.

Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com // kit by Wool and The Gang Crocheted Raffia Beach Bag // www.deliacreates.com // kit by Wool and The Gang

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  1. Charity says

    September 18, 2018 at 9:53 PM

    This is so cool! I love that it’s technically a paper bag! And I love the leather straps and label.

    Reply
    • Delia says

      September 24, 2018 at 10:05 AM

      Right? Raffia is such a cool material. Thanks Charity!

      Reply
  2. Teri A says

    October 7, 2018 at 4:27 PM

    Such a cute bag! Where can I find the pattern?
    Thank you!
    Teri

    Reply
    • Delia says

      October 10, 2018 at 9:46 AM

      Thanks Teri!

      The pattern comes with the kit.

      Reply
  3. Winifred says

    April 18, 2021 at 2:17 PM

    I got the pattern from wool and the gang. I really like your leather handles. Please let me know the measurements.

    Reply
    • Delia says

      April 19, 2021 at 2:37 PM

      Thanks! Do you want measurements of the leather handles? They are about 30 inches long.

      Reply

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