Crochet Your Own American Flag Backpack: Easy 4th of July - Free Pattern & Tutorial

A Crafty Concept

Looking for a fun, patriotic crochet project? This video from A Crafty Concept shows you how to crochet an American Flag–inspired backpack—a perfect summer accessory or 4th of July statement piece! Whether you're new to crochet or have some experience, this tutorial breaks it down clearly, making it achievable for all skill levels.

What You'll Learn in the Video

• Basic instructions for crocheting the red & white stripes and blue star section

• How to assemble the panel pieces into a drawstring backpack

• Tips for creating clean color changes and consistent tension

• An overview of essential supplies—worsted yarn, 4.5 mm hook, cotton rope, tapestry needle, and more.

Materials & Skills Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight in red, white, and blue

Tools:

• 4.5 mm crochet hook

• Scissors

• Tapestry needle (to weave in ends and sew parts together)

• Stitch markers (helpful for pattern accuracy)

• Optional: cotton rope or i-cord for drawstring straps

Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate

Techniques Covered: Single crochet, color change, panel assembly, i‑cord or rope draws

For a written pattern or printable PDF, visit the creator’s blog here.

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