by Crocheted bags are a timeless accessory, and among the trendiest styles is the cloud bag—soft, fluffy, and inspired by the whimsical look of floating clouds. This tutorial will guide you step by step to make your own Crochet Cloud Bag, featuring sunny, cheerful colors, crocheted flowers, and a hollow, open top that gives the bag a light, airy look.
Whether you’re a beginner with some basic crochet knowledge or an experienced maker looking for a unique bag design, this project offers a perfect blend of creativity, practicality, and style.
Table of Contents
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What is a Cloud Bag?
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Materials and Tools
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Choosing Colors and Yarn
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Stitches You Need to Know
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Design Overview
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Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Creating the Bag Base
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Step 2: Working the Cloud Body
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Step 3: Designing the Hollow Top
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Step 4: Attaching Straps
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Step 5: Adding Crocheted Flowers
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Customization Options
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Tips for Success
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How to Use or Style Your Bag
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Final Thoughts
☁️ 1. What is a Cloud Bag?
A cloud bag is a soft, squishy bag usually made with puffy yarn and rounded shapes to resemble clouds. It’s often unstructured, cozy, and highly aesthetic—perfect for casual outings, festivals, or everyday wear.
In this version, we’re giving the cloud bag a sunny upgrade with bright colors like yellow, sky blue, and white, along with crocheted flowers to add texture and charm. The hollow top creates a relaxed opening for easy access while keeping the whimsical feel.
2. Materials and Tools
Yarn:
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Main yarn (cloud body): Super bulky or bulky yarn in white or pale blue (cloud color)
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Accent yarn (sunny colors): Worsted weight yarn in yellow, orange, pink, and green for flowers and leaves
Tools:
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Crochet Hook: 6.0mm (J) for body, 4.0mm (G) for flowers
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Tapestry needle
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Scissors
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Stitch markers (optional)
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Lining fabric (optional but recommended for stability)
3. Choosing Colors and Yarn
Main Body Color:
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White, pale sky blue, or soft gray mimics the color of clouds.
Sunny Accents:
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Yellow (sunshine)
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Orange or coral (warmth)
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Pink (blossoms)
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Green (leaves/stems)
Yarn types like chenille, velvet, or brushed cotton are perfect for creating that soft, cloudlike texture.
✨ 4. Stitches You Need to Know
You’ll need to be familiar with the following stitches:
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Chain (ch)
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Single Crochet (sc)
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Half Double Crochet (hdc)
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Double Crochet (dc)
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Slip Stitch (sl st)
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Magic ring (for flowers)
Optional:
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Bobble stitch or puff stitch for added texture
5. Design Overview
The bag will consist of:
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A rounded, soft base
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A puffy body with textured crochet to resemble cloud puff
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A hollow (open-top) design, possibly with a drawstring or wide opening
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Colorful flowers crocheted separately and sewn on
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Two straps or handles—simple crochet bands or cloud-textured tubes
6. Step-by-Step Instructions
☁️ Step 1: Creating the Bag Base
We’ll start with a rounded oval base using single crochet.
With cloud-colored yarn (white or pale blue), ch 21.
Round 1:
Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 18 chs, 3 sc in last ch.
Rotate work and sc in next 18 chs on opposite side, 2 sc in last st. (42 sts)
Round 2:
Sc around, increasing at each end (place 2 sc in corner stitches to keep oval shape).
Rounds 3–6:
Repeat round 2, increasing at ends to maintain a soft oval. Stop when the base is approx. 10–12 inches long.
Do not fasten off. Begin working upward for the body.
☁️ Step 2: Working the Cloud Body
Now we’ll create soft puff-like texture.
Option A: Simple Texture (for beginners)
Option B: Puffy Cloud Texture
Try using bobble stitches every few rows for added cloud puff effect.
Round 3: (Bobble row)
*Sc, bobble stitch* repeat around
Round 4:
Sc around
Repeat this pattern every 3-4 rounds for a puffy look.
️ Step 3: Designing the Hollow Top
For a soft, open top, we’ll finish the last 2-3 rounds with mesh stitches.
Optional: Add a drawstring made of chain stitches and weave it through the mesh top.
Step 4: Attaching Straps
You can create two straps or one long shoulder strap.
Basic Strap:
Tube Strap (cloud style):
Work a short round of sc in the round to make a thick puffy tube. Stuff lightly with fiberfill if desired.
Step 5: Adding Crocheted Flowers
Make several mini crochet flowers in sunny colors and sew them onto the bag.
Basic 5-Petal Flower:
Make 5–8 flowers for a cheerful garden-cloud effect!
♀️ 7. Customization Options
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Add beads or buttons to flower centers
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Crochet tiny bees or butterflies to attach
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Use variegated yarn for a dreamy, ombré sky effect
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Line the bag with fabric to make it sturdier
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Add snap closures or magnetic buttons at the top for security
8. Tips for Success
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Use soft-textured yarns for a plush cloud-like appearance
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Don’t overstuff the bag—it’s meant to be airy and light
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Block the flower pieces before attaching for cleaner edges
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Match your hook size to yarn weight to prevent holes in the body
9. How to Use or Style Your Bag
This Crochet Cloud Bag is perfect for:
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Summer outings or beach trips
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Festivals or music events
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Picnic dates
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Spring or Easter-themed gifts
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Decorative storage for makeup or accessories
Pair it with a sundress, sandals, and oversized sunglasses for a dreamy look.
10. Final Thoughts
The Crochet Cloud Bag with sunny colors, floral details, and a hollow top is more than just a bag—it’s a statement of lightness, warmth, and handmade joy. It offers plenty of room for creativity, from the types of flowers you add to how you finish the top and handles.
This project is beginner-friendly but has enough design elements to interest experienced crocheters. It’s cute, functional, and full of personality—a dreamy cloud you can carry with you.
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