Quick answer: This is a Moroccan tiles crochet bag, made with the Moroccan tile stitch, a V-stitch pattern that creates a reversible, tile-like texture in two colors. It’s intermediate level and made in two square panels joined together.
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Dreaming of your trip to Morocco? Try this Moroccan tiles crochet bag pattern first and imagine the smells, colors, and textures.
This crochet bag pattern is for more experienced crocheters, but if you have patience and determination you can make it!
Try out any color combination to give the stitch pattern life and fit your aesthetics.
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The Story Behind the Moroccan Tiles Crochet Bag
Well as you could read, I called it Cordoba and not Marrakesh, and there is a story behind it!
I designed this crochet bag pattern in 2022 when we spent a month in Spain. We traveled around the beautiful cities and I got so inspired by the people, the colors, and the food, I had to work on some crochet project.
The Moroccan tile stitch has been in my head for a while.
When we arrived in Cordoba, Spain, I knew it was the name!
There is a street of flowers in the city that is so amazing and colorful, it felt just right, Calleja De Flores.
So, I felt that combining the two flairs created a beautiful crochet bag!
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Sew a Liner
You can sew a simple fabric lining in your finished bag. Not only does this prevent stretch, it also ensures your tiny items don’t escape.
Great Gift Idea
If you don’t need a bag of your own (although who can’t use another bag?), a handmade bag can make the perfect gift.
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Making a Cordoba Bag
Materials
Drops Paris Uni color, 100% cotton, 50 g, 75m (82yds) in color #25 and color #27 3 skeins of each
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Hook: US Size (5mm)
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Sizes
- 14.5” X 14.5” square
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- Sc = Single Crochet
- St = Stitch
- Hdc = Half Double crochet
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Yo = Yarn over
- Specialty Stitch
Moroccan Tile: This will be explained in the instructions. It is a two-row repeat
V st: 1dc+1ch+1dc in same st
Notes
- This pattern is written in US terminology
- The pattern is worked in Rows
- Beginning ch1 does not count as 1st st
- This pattern has 4 parts, two panels, and two handles
- You can modify the height and width of the bag by adding chains and rows
- This pattern is worked in multiples of 3+1
- This pattern needs two colors of yarn – Color A will be the tile’s edge (#25) and Color B will be for the tiles (#27)
- The pattern is worked in forward (turn)rows and backward (no turn) rows
Sandra’s tip: The trickiest part of the Moroccan tile stitch is carrying the unused color up the side as you switch between rows, not the stitches themselves. Keep that carried yarn snug but not tight, and it’ll stay hidden inside the work instead of peeking through.
Instructions
Panels make 2
Foundation chain: chain 42+2 (color A)
Row 1: (color A) sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook, ch 2, skip 2 chains, sc1, ch2, skip 2 ch, sc 1 in next st ,continue to the end of the row. Make sure you finish the row with a sc. Insert a stitch marker in the loop of last st. the next row will start without turning from the beginning of this row. Forward row
Row 2: Forward row (color B), ch3 at 1st st ( counts as dc), dc3 in ch space from prev row, ch1, dc 3 in next ch space, ch1, dc 3 in next and repeat to end of row, remove the marker, take color A and yarn it over and pull through the thread of color B and tighten. Do not cut the yarn
Row 3: Backward row (color A) ch 2, Vst on top of sc from 2 rows below ( ignore the color B row), Vst on top of next sc from 2 rows below and repeat to end of row , in the last sc you dc only 1, secure with st marker – do not cut
Row 4:Backward row (color B) insert hook in the color B from prev row, ch4, dc 3 in ch space of Vst from prev row, ch1 , dc 3 in next ch space from Vst and across to end of row, ch1 and dc 1 in the corner of color A, then grab back color A and yarn over it to start the next row.
Important: the 3dc groups will always be one between the other – not on top of each other to form the pattern.
Row 5: Forward row (color A) ch2, Vst in 1st sc st from 2 rows below, V st in next and across to end of row.. Finish the row by dc1 in the corner of color B
Row 6- 29 : Repeat rows 4+5
Row 30-33: Color A, ch 1 sc 1 in 1st st from hook and sc 1 across
Secure yarn and cut
The Straps – Make 2
You can decide the length of the strap, I made 100 rows
Ch 6, sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1 to end of row, ch1 and turn, sc 1 in 1st st and across to end of row. Continue to your preferred length.
Construction
Lay the two panels right side out so the inside of the bag is the wrong side, on top of each other.
Use color A and slowly sc around to join three parts. Do not worry about working each stitch because the sides are a bit messy, just make sure you are joining the panels straight.
Sew the straps on each panel leaving 7 stitches from the side on each side.
You can modify the straps as you prefer.
Finishing
Secure the yarn, weave in the ends, and cut the yarn.
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FAQ
Carrying the unused color up the side between rows, not the stitches themselves. Keep the carried yarn snug but not pulled tight, and it stays tucked inside the work rather than showing on the front.
Yes, the Moroccan tile stitch creates a near-solid, tile-like texture that looks almost the same on both sides, which is part of what makes the finished bag feel special
Yes, add chains and rows to adjust the height and width, just keep your foundation chain in multiples of 3+1 so the stitch pattern lines up correctly
It’s rated for more experienced crocheters. The stitches themselves (single crochet, double crochet, V-stitch) are basic, but tracking the two-row color repeat takes some patience
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