"Crochet a poppy purse to remember your California vacation, or make a red poppy mini bag for your favorite veteran. This pattern works up quickly in worsted weight yarn and measures approximately 5.5" (excluding handle). This pattern is the first in my California series (hopefully to be an ebook next year). Materials required: Worsted weight yarn - 1.5 oz. yellow, 1 oz green, few yards light yellow Crochet hook size G Yarn needle Nylon cord or purchased handle Skill level: Easy"
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How To Crochet A Romanian Cord
The Romanian cord is a flat cord with a striking texture that is the same on both sides. It's a perfect option for things like drawstrings, ties, straps, and bag handles! The easy technique starts with 2 set-up stitches, and then is just one simple stitch repeated for the desired length of your cord.
My Go To Bag
Straps 26 inches long and 2 inches wide Bag 17 inches long by 15 inches wide when measured on a flat surface Handle Drop 14 inches My Go To Bag is my practical, everyday crocheted bag. I wanted a bag I could use for everything - from beach bag to book bag - a single crocheted base gives this bag extra support - the first few rounds are crocheted in double crochet and then the main bag is worked up in an easy to work granny stitch stripe pattern. I chose to make my straps slightly wider than most bags because when you fill the bag and the straps stretch, they will remain comfortable on your shoulders. If you would like to have a narrower strap, it is very easy to change the width of the strap. Simply add one extra decrease repeat of: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, sc2tog. Ch 1, turn. 4 in place of R11 of the straps and for R80 work: 2 sc in the first st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in the last st, ch 1, turn. 6. Have fun making this simple, attractive and practical Go To Bag! You can substitute any yarn and hook for this stitch pattern - just remember when you substitute if your gauge is different, the finished size of your project will also be different.
Unicorn Fanny Pack
"Your little one with feel extra special with a crocheted unicorn waist bag to carry the essentials. Great accessory for vacations, day trips, or just running errands. Materials needed: Worsted yarn - 1 skein white, small amounts pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, gold Size H crochet hook Yarn needle Black fabric paint (or 2 yards black yarn) Utility strap with quick-release buckle 4" zipper Needle and thread Gauge 16 sts = 4” 18 rows = 4” Finished unicorn bag approximately 5” tall by 5” wide Skill level: Easy"
Clarissa Date Bag
The Clarissa Date Bag is a lovely bag to take on date night, to a church meeting, birthday party, or any other special occasions. The Clarissa Date Bag works up quickly with single crochet and single crochet back loop stitches. The bag measures approximately 10 1/2 wide x 12 high (excluding handles) and is crocheted with worsted weight 4 yarn and an H / 5 mm hook. I purchased the 6' black handles at Joann Fabrics.
Mini Crochet Gift Bag
"Who doesn't love receiving gifts……and what would be an adorable way to gift your loved ones with something handmade! There is no better way to show your care and love! If you are looking for something easy and quick to make, this simple and small gift bag will do the trick. I have used satin cord for this Mini Gift Bag. This gives the bag a polished and lustrous finish. It is easy and works up very quick. It is the perfect gift bag for giving small gifts. You don't have to worrying about wrapping your gift, just put in your gift in this cute little bag and you are good to go! Materials Used Satin cord 4 mm crochet hook Stitch marker Pearls and buttons"
