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Paris Crochet Pattern

Paris Crochet Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Paris Crochet Pattern

This pattern creates the Paris raffia hexagon bag composed of multiple granny-star hexagons joined into a structured canvas. You will work with twisted raffia yarn, alternate two colors, steam and shape hexagons, sew a fabric lining, and crochet secure handles. The result is a textured, two-tone bag with a chic, handmade finish.

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Detailed step-by-step instructions walk you through each hexagon, color change tips, and joining methods. Sewing and lining instructions are included so you can finish a polished, sturdy bag.

Why You'll Love This Paris Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple hexagon motifs into a striking, wearable bag that feels handmade and high-end. I enjoy the rhythmic process of crocheting and color-changing each granny star — it is soothing and rewarding. The method of joining and adding a fabric lining results in a bag that looks professionally finished, which always makes me proud. I also love that this design is versatile: you can change colors and scale to make something uniquely yours.

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Switch Things Up

I love how much you can personalize this design — I often switch the color palette to match seasons, using warm tones in autumn or pastels for spring.

I sometimes swap twisted raffia for a bulky cotton ribbon yarn to create a softer, chunkier version that keeps the hexagon look but feels more tote-like.

If you want a smaller bag, I change the number of hexagons or use finer yarn with a smaller hook to scale the whole piece down for a clutch or mini bag.

For a sturdier, more structured bag I add interfacing to the lining or use a thicker canvas fabric for the lining to help the bag hold its shape.

I also like to embellish the finished bag with metal hardware: attach a small keychain, a decorative lock, or a badge to give it a boutique look.

If you prefer longer straps, simply extend the handle chain and follow the same stitch count pattern; for shorter handles, reduce chains accordingly and test the length on your shoulder.

I sometimes embroider initials or small motifs onto the lining before sewing it in — it is a small personal touch that makes the bag feel special.

To create a reversible look, use two different color schemes for each hexagon side and plan the layout so one side emphasizes the light color while the other emphasizes the dark color.

I also recommend trying a single-color monochrome palette if you want a minimalist modern version — the hexagon texture is the star, and a single color can look very elegant.

For gifting, I sew a small inside pocket into the lining and add a magnetic snap closure so the bag is both pretty and practical for everyday use.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Twisting the raffia together when changing skeins can create lumps and weak joins; separate the fibers, overlap ends with a 5 mm gap and glue, wait to dry, then twist the ribbons back together for a smooth join. ✗ Crocheting too tightly with raffia causes stiffness and distorted hexagons; crochet a little more loosely than normal and maintain even tension to keep hexagons flat and flexible. ✗ Skipping the instruction to twist the yarn from the wrong side during color changes can leave visible knots on the right side; always twist the yarn from the wrong side instead of crocheting over the new color to keep the right side neat. ✗ Not pressing or steaming each hexagon will result in inconsistent sizes and a lumpy canvas; steam each hexagon on both front and wrong sides and measure to reach approximately 15 cm across before joining. ✗ Failing to hide and secure ends during joining causes unraveling later; tie knots, strengthen ends, and hide them between the loops before cutting the excess. ✗ Tightening chain foundation loops when making handles will make the strap too stiff; crochet the 76 CH loosely and avoid pulling the chain tight so the handle remains flexible.

Paris Crochet Pattern

Make a stylish Paris raffia hexagon bag that combines vintage charm with modern texture. This pattern guides you through crocheting decorative hexagons, joining them into a canvas, adding a fabric lining, and creating durable handles. You will learn color-changing techniques and secure seam joins so your finished bag is both beautiful and functional. Perfect for gifting or elevating your accessories collection.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Paris Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Paper twisted raffia yarn (twisted raffia), 180-200 g (approximately 440 yards / 400 m) of each color (base/dark and additional/light)
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    Base color (dark) - approximately 180-200 g raffia yarn
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    Additional color (light) - approximately 180-200 g raffia yarn
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    Fabric for the lining, 40 x 40 inches (1 x 1 m)

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 3-3.5 mm
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    Plastic needle with large eyelet
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    Sewing needle and thread (match the color of the yarn)
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    Scissors
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    Snap hook or small lock (60 x 20 mm) and snap hook ring (35 mm)
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    Pins for assembly and positioning the lining
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    Steam iron or fabric steamer for shaping hexagons
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    Measuring tape or ruler (for 15 cm hexagon check)
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    Stitch markers (optional)

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— Crochet the Granny Star (Hexagon) :

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Base color - dark. Additional color - light.

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! The diagram for crocheting the granny star is in the appendix 1.

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Take the yarn of the base color. Crochet 5 CH.

Round 1 :

Join in a circle, SlSt.

Round 1 :

1 row. Pull the loop 20 mm.

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Twist the hook clockwise, then over the loop.

Round 2 :

Pull one more loop. Crochet two loops together, then two more. This is mock stitch and the first post of the row, 2 DC, CH.

Round 3 :

Next, (3 DC, CH)*4, 3 DC.

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Crochet the end into this row, cut off the excess.

Round 4 :

2 row. Take the yarn of an additional color. Insert the hook under the 1st loop of the row. Pull the loop 20 mm.

Round 4 :

Make the mock stitch, 2 DC, CH, 3 DC, CH.

Round 5 :

Next, (3 DC, CH, 3 DC, CH)*4, 3 DC, CH, 3 DC, SlSt.

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Crochet in the base thread to this row.

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Crochet the end into the 1st cluster, cut off the excess.

Round 6 :

3 row. Pull the loop 20 mm. Make the mock stitch, 2 DC, change the color to the base one, CH.

Round 7 :

Next, (3 DC, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH, 3 DC, change the color to the base one, CH)*5, 3 DC, CH, 3 DC, SlSt.

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! Please note that when changing the thread, do not crochet in another color, but twist the yarn from the wrong side.

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! To prevent the yarn from twisting together, turn the work on the hook away from yourself after each color change.

Round 8 :

4 row. Pull the loop 20 mm. Make the mock stitch, 2 DC, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH.

Round 9 :

Next, (3 DC, CH, 3 DC, change the color to the base one, CH, 3 DC, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH)*5, 3 DC, CH, 3 DC, SlSt.

Round 10 :

5 row. Pull the loop 20 mm. Make the mock stitch, 2 DC, change the color to the base one, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH, 3 DC, change the color to the base one, CH.

Round 11 :

Next, (3 DC, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH, 3 DC, change the color to the base one, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH, 3 DC, change the color to the base one, CH)*5, 3 DC, CH, 3 DC, change the color to an additional one, CH.

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Cut the thread, pull out the end. Insert the hook under the 1st loop of the row, pull the end. Insert the hook under the last loop of the row. Pull the end back to the wrong side.

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Tie the knot. Hide the ends between the loops.

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Similarly crochet 10 more granny star.

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Steam each hexagon on the front and wrong side. The hexagon measures approximately 6 inches (15 cm).

— Sew the Canvas :

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Take the two hexagons and turn on the wrong side.

Round 1 :

Take the yarn of the base color. Insert the hook on the back loops only in the corner. Pull the loop. Crochet 3 SlSt on the back loop only (BLO).

Round 2 :

Take the yarn of an additional color, crochet 4 SlSt BLO. Change the color to the base one, 4 SlSt BLO.

Round 3 :

Change the color to an additional one, 4 SlSt BLO.

Round 4 :

Change the color to the base one, 4 SlSt BLO. Crochet the last SlSt in CH in the corner (=15 SlSt).

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Cut the thread, pull out the end. Strengthen all ends.

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Join 8 hexagons in 4 pairs in the same way.

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Then, join 2 pairs and 1 hexagon into the strip of 5 hexagons.

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After that, take the strip of 5 elements and 1 pair.

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Place them parallel to each other.

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Begin to join from the left side.

Round 5 :

Crochet 15 SlSt BLO, make the last SlSt in SlSt of the pair and CH in the corner.

Round 6 :

Make 1 more SlSt in the corner to strengthen the seam. Cut the additional thread. Next crochet with the thread of the base color.

Round 7 :

On the next sides of the hexagons, crochet 15 SlSt BLO + the additional SlSt in the corner. Add and cut off the additional thread at each side of the hexagons.

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Then, join 1 more hexagon to the last pair.

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On the other side of the strip of 5 elements, add the pair, and then the last hexagon. Strengthen and hide all ends.

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Steam the canvas on the front and wrong sides.

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Diagram of the hexagon join.

— Lining :

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Fold the fabric in half and draw along the contour of the canvas. Make the lining from two halves if the fabric is not enough.

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Cut out the lining with 10-15 mm seam allowances. If desired, you can cut out a pocket.

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Sew the lining on the side seams. Then, fold the top edge. The shape of the lining repeats the shape of the bag and resembles a 3D trapezoid.

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At this stage, you can give it to the atelier.

— Assembly :

Round 1 :

Join the side seams of the bag in the same way as joined the canvas.

Round 2 :

Strengthen and hide all ends. Twist the towel into the roll. Steam the seams on the wrong side.

Round 3 :

Turn the bag inside out. Straighten the seams with your hands.

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Diagram of the bag and the lining assembly.

— Crochet the Handle :

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Take the yarn of the base color.

Round 1 :

Crochet 76 CH. Don't tighten the loops, crochet loosely.

Round 2 :

1 row. Crochet 75 SC from the 2nd loop from the hook, CH.

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Insert the hook through the last SC. Pull out the end. Crochet the end into the next row.

Round 3 :

2 row. 75 SC BLO, CH.

Round 4 :

3 row. 75 SC BLO and the front loop only (FLO) of the pre-previous row, CH.

Round 5 :

4-6 rows. 75 SC BLO and FLO of the pre-previous row, CH.

Round 6 :

7 row. 75 SC BLO and FLO of the pre-previous row.

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Cut the thread, pull out the end. Strengthen and hide the end.

— Base Trim and Join of the Handle :

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Turn the canvas of the handle with the other side to you.

Round 1 :

Count 4 SC from the left corner. Insert the hook in the 5th SC, pull the loop. Crochet 3 SC. Next crochet 3 SC in 1 in the corner, 3 SC, 3 SC in 1 in the corner, 3 SC.

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Turn the fabric with the wrong side facing up.

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Fold the handle in half lengthwise. Insert the hook on the 5th loops from the edge. Pull the loop.

Round 2 :

Next crochet 66 SlSt to the other end of the handle. Don't tighten the loops, so as not to tighten the handle. Insert the hook on the loop of the chain and both loops of the SC of the last row.

Assembly Instructions

  • Take the two hexagon panels and align them wrong side out; join on back loops only using SlSt BLO in the corner and alternate colors as instructed to create the canvas.
  • Join hexagons into 4 pairs, then create a strip of 5 elements and attach remaining pieces following the diagram; begin joining from the left side and crochet 15 SlSt BLO along seams for each side.
  • Cut lining fabric with 10-15 mm seam allowances, sew side seams, fold top edge and shape the lining to match the bag (3D trapezoid), then insert and sew the lining into the bag.
  • Create two handles by crocheting the chain and rows as described, fold and join handle edges with SlSt to form a sturdy strap, then attach handles to the top edge of the bag matching the canvas openings.
  • Strengthen and hide all ends after joining seams and handles; steam the seams and canvas on both sides, then turn the bag inside out and straighten seams for a polished finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡When changing the thread, do not crochet in the new color; twist the yarn from the wrong side to create a neat color change.
  • 💡To prevent the yarn from twisting together, turn the work on the hook away from yourself after each color change.
  • 💡Steam each hexagon on both the front and wrong sides so that each hexagon measures approximately 15 cm (6 inches) before joining.
  • 💡Cut the lining with 10-15 mm seam allowances and, if needed, make the lining from two halves if the fabric is not large enough.

This Paris raffia hexagon bag pattern gives you a beautiful, textured accessory you can be proud of. The step-by-step guide covers hexagon motifs, color changes, joining the canvas, and sewing a custom lining for a professional finish. Make one as a gift or a signature piece for your wardrobe — happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures approximately 13 inches (33 cm) in length, 9 inches (23 cm) in height, and 8 inches (20 cm) in width when using the specified raffia and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but your final size and handle length will change; adjust your hook size and check the gauge (24 sts and 9 rows = 10 x 10 cm) to compensate.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic crochet skills and experience with color changes and working in BLO/FLO are recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters take about 12-15 hours to complete the full bag, including crocheting 11 hexagons, joining them, making the lining, and assembling the handles.