<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" standalone="yes"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Casual Crochet</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/</link><description>Recent content on Casual Crochet</description><generator>Hugo -- gohugo.io</generator><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://casualcrochet.com/feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title>Striped Lemon Peel Bag</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/give-away/free-pattern-granny-square/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://casualcrochet.com/give-away/free-pattern-granny-square/</guid><description>Striped Lemon Peel Bag There wasn&amp;rsquo;t a pattern or a grand idea behind this one. I simply wanted to play with colors and see how they looked together. The Lemon Peel Stitch gave the stripes just enough texture to keep things interesting while still letting the colors do most of the talking.
I enjoyed making it but probably won&amp;rsquo;t use it myself. I&amp;rsquo;d love for someone else to finish it and make it their own.</description></item><item><title>Lacy Bobble Stitch Crochet Tote Bag</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/lacy-bobble-stitch-tote-bag/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/lacy-bobble-stitch-tote-bag/</guid><description>Lacy Bobble Stitch Crochet Tote Bag I came across a beautiful bobble bag pattern by Viv Crochets, and it immediately made me want to try making one of my own.
The original pattern uses a solid bobble stitch, but I wondered what it would look like if the fabric was a little lighter and airier. So instead of following it exactly, I improvised and experimented with a lacy bobble stitch. The result is a crochet tote bag that keeps all the lovely texture of bobbles while feeling much more open and perfect for warmer days.</description></item><item><title>Moss Stitch Crochet Crossbody Bag</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/moss-stitch-crossbody-bag/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/moss-stitch-crossbody-bag/</guid><description>Moss Stitch Crochet Crossbody Bag Not every crochet bag begins with a carefully planned idea.
This one started because I came across a colour palette online that paired blue, cream, and yellow together. I liked it so much that I decided to turn those colours into a crochet bag.
To keep the focus on the stripes, I chose the Moss Stitch. It&amp;rsquo;s one of those stitches I always enjoy working because it creates a lovely texture without distracting from the colours.</description></item><item><title>Vintage Shell Stitch Crochet Bag</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/vintage-shell-armpit-bag/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/vintage-shell-armpit-bag/</guid><description>Vintage Shell Stitch Crochet Bag Sometimes I like to imagine finding a handmade crochet bag tucked away in a little vintage shop.
That feeling inspired this project. The shell stitch naturally creates soft, layered textures that remind me of traditional crochet, so I paired it with muted lavender and marled cream yarn to give the bag a timeless look.
My favorite detail is the strap. Instead of leaving it plain, I added gentle ruffles along both sides, giving the bag a unique finish that makes it feel a little more special.</description></item><item><title>Honeycomb Crochet Pouch</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/honeycomb-pounch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/honeycomb-pounch/</guid><description>Honeycomb Crochet Pouch Nature has a way of creating beautiful patterns, and honeycombs have always been one of my favorites.
When I discovered the Millstone Stitch, its layered texture immediately reminded me of stacked honeycomb cells. Warm shades of cream and caramel completed the look and made this crochet pouch feel cozy and earthy.
This project was one of those relaxing makes where every row looked a little different as the texture developed.</description></item><item><title>Ocean Wave Crochet Pouch</title><link>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/ocean-wave-pouch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://casualcrochet.com/bags/ocean-wave-pouch/</guid><description>Ocean Wave Crochet Pouch If you&amp;rsquo;re looking for crochet pouch ideas inspired by nature, this little project might be one of my favorites.
I wanted to create something that felt calm and peaceful, so I chose soft shades of blue, lavender, and white to remind me of the ocean. As each row came together, the wave stitch slowly revealed itself, making the pouch feel almost like ripples across the water.</description></item></channel></rss>