The Re-Cotton Bloom Bag, designed for Utopia Crafts, is a contemporary crochet design that blends timeless floral charm with modern craftsmanship.

Introducing the Re-Cotton Bloom Bag, a charming handmade piece created in collaboration with Utopia Crafts UK. Crafted from soft recycled cotton yarn, this bag features beautifully textured floral motifs that bring a touch of vintage elegance and modern sustainability together in one design. Each square is thoughtfully crocheted and joined to form a lightweight, durable, and delightfully unique accessory, perfect for everyday adventures, markets, or adding a little bloom-inspired joy to your outfit.

Constructed from individual flower motifs, each delicately shaped and joined to create a beautifully textured fabric, this bag celebrates both form and function. Made using Utopia’s Re-Cotton yarn, it offers a sustainable and durable finish with a natural softness and refined aesthetic.

While the pattern is written for a bag, the versatile motif design can be easily adapted for other projects such as blankets, shawls, or cushions. Why not take a look at Utopia Craft gorgeous range of yarns, and start dreaming up your next make incorporating this unique flower motif.

Difficulty level: Adventurous beginner

Hook: 3mm

Other: Scissors; Darning Needle; Any attachment accessories of your choice

Yarn: Minimum of 4 different colours per square

Utopia Crafts - Re-Cotton (80% recycled cotton; 20% recycled polyester) in Orange Yellow; White; Olive & Cream

Total Yarn Quantities: Orange Yellow: 20g
White: 60g
Olive: 45 - 55g
Cream: 158 - 165g

All yarn combined for the entire bag: 282 - 300g

Finishing & Customization Ideas

Make your Re-Cotton Bloom Bag truly your own with any of these thoughtful finishing touches:

• Add a Lining (Optional but Recommended)

Give your bag extra structure by adding a fabric lining. This is a perfect opportunity to repurpose materials you already have—an old cotton shirt, a patterned blouse, a dress you no longer wear, or even a pillowcase can become a beautiful and sustainable lining. Cut the fabric to match your bag’s dimensions, sew the sides, then slip it inside and secure it neatly along the top edge.

• Attach a Magnetic Closure or Button

For added security, consider sewing in a small magnetic clasp or a decorative button with a simple crochet loop. Wooden, metal, or vintage-style buttons pair especially well with the floral design.

• Customize the Straps

Swap the crocheted straps for leather, woven, macramé, or recycled-fabric handles if you prefer a different look or feel. Adjust the length to turn your bag into a short-shoulder style, handbag, or crossbody.

• Add a Decorative Edge

A scallop, picot, or crab-stitch edging along the top adds a charming, polished finish.

• Play With Color

Experiment with brights, pastels, neutrals, or a full monochrome palette. Each flower motif is a small canvas for creativity, making it easy to mix and match.

• Include Inner Pockets

Add a simple fabric pocket to the lining to keep small essentials, keys, cards, lip balm, easy to reach.

• Embellish the Blooms

Enhance your motifs with gentle embroidery, tiny beads, or surface stitching for a subtle touch of personality.

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