Black Cat Crochet Bag Pattern (Square + Round)

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Looking for a cute crochet bag pattern that’s perfect for fall and totally Pinterest-worthy? This Black Cat Crochet Bag comes in two styles – a square tote and a round bag – both made using simple single crochet and the intarsia crochet technique.

It’s beginner-friendly with basic stitches, but detailed enough to create that adorable black cat face design everyone loves.

🧶 Materials & Tools You’ll Need

Both bags use lightweight DK (#3) yarn and a 2.5 mm crochet hook for a tight, structured fabric that holds its shape beautifully.

For the Square Bag:

  • DK yarn in light cream, terracotta, and black
  • 2.5 mm crochet hook
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle

Finished size: approx. 9” (23 cm) tall x 9.4” (24 cm) wide

For the Round Bag:

  • DK yarn in orange, white, and black
  • 2.5 mm crochet hook
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle

Finished size: approx. 8.3” (21 cm) tall x 9” (23 cm) wide

✨ Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern uses US crochet terms:

  • Ch – chain
  • Sc – single crochet
  • Inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • Dec – decrease (sc2tog)

The design is worked in intarsia crochet, meaning you’ll change colors within the row to create the cat image. Each square in the chart equals one single crochet stitch.

If you’ve never tried intarsia before, don’t worry! The color changes are simple once you get the rhythm.

🐱 Black Cat Square Bag Pattern

The square bag is worked in two flat panels (front and back), then sewn together.

You’ll start from the bottom and crochet back and forth in rows, turning after each row and chaining 1 (does not count as a stitch).

Front Panel (Square Bag)

Start with 61 chains using terracotta yarn.

  • Rows 1–25: Work 60 sc in terracotta.
  • Rows 26–48: Begin following the color chart to form the black cat face using light cream and black yarn.
  • Rows 49–60: Work 60 sc in light cream.

Fasten off and weave in ends on the wrong side.

The cat’s eyes and ears are formed entirely through color changes in a single crochet – no embroidery required!

Back Panel (Square Bag)

The back panel is also started with 61 chains.

The lower section forms the base color, and the upper section creates the silhouette of the back of the cat using black yarn and intarsia color blocks.

Work 60 rows total, then fasten off and weave in all yarn tails neatly.

Handle (Square Bag)

Using light cream yarn:

  • Chain 6
  • Row 1: 5 sc, turn
  • Rows 2–199: ch 1, 5 sc, turn
  • Row 200: 5 sc

Then crochet one round of single crochet around the entire strap for a polished edge.

Finished length: approx. 35.4 inches (90 cm) – or adjust to your preferred strap length.

Assembly (Square Bag)

Place the right sides together.

Sew the front and back panels using a running stitch. Turn the bag right side out, then securely sew the strap to both sides.

Your square black cat tote bag is ready to use!

🐾 Black Cat Round Bag Pattern

The round bag version follows a similar cat design but is shaped using increases and decreases to create a curved silhouette.

It’s perfect if you love a softer, crossbody-style crochet purse.

Front Panel (Round Bag)

Start with 25 chains using orange yarn.

You’ll increase gradually on each side to shape the curve:

  • Early rows: Increase at the beginning and end of rows.
  • Middle rows: Work evenly across to build height.
  • Cat design rows: Follow the color chart using white and black yarn.
  • Final rows: Use decreases to shape the rounded top.

Fasten off and weave in the end.

Back Panel (Round Bag)

The back begins similarly but forms the back silhouette of the cat.

You’ll use black and orange yarn in the lower portion, then transition to white and black to complete the rounded top.

Work 60 rows total and fasten off.

Handle (Round Bag)

Using white yarn:

  • Chain 6
  • Row 1: 5 sc
  • Rows 2–209: ch 1, 5 sc
  • Row 210: 5 sc

Crochet one round of single crochet around the strap for structure.

Approximate finished length: 35.4 inches (90 cm).

Assembly (Round Bag)

Place right sides together and sew around the curved edges using a running stitch.

Turn the right side out and attach the strap securely.

Now you have an adorable round black cat crochet bag ready for everyday wear or Halloween season!

💡 Tips for Perfect Intarsia Crochet

  • Use small bobbins or cardboard pieces to manage yarn colors.
  • Don’t pull yarn too tight when changing colors.
  • Keep all yarn tails on the wrong side while working.
  • Weave it ends carefully with a tapestry needle.

With a little patience, your color transitions will look crisp and professional.

🧡 Why You’ll Love This Black Cat Crochet Bag

  • Beginner-friendly stitches
  • Fun intarsia crochet practice
  • Two bag shapes included
  • Perfect handmade gift
  • Great for fall & Halloween crochet projects

Save this pattern to Pinterest so you can come back to it anytime!

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