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Simple Stripes Tote Bag

Bags are my favorite thing to design and make. They are just so fun and functional! For moms on the go in particular, we need a bag to put our own purse in, as well as snacks, a water bottle, maybe a coloring pad and crayons. No worries, mom, this bag will fit all that! It measures 14″ by 12″ and has a generously sized shoulder strap, measuring 2-1/2″ wide. Perhaps one of my favorite thing about crocheting up a bag, is when you are a little ways done with it, you have a place for your ball(s) of yarn! Cotton yarn makes a really sturdy, easy to wash bag, and is fairly inexpensive. This project is also a great way to use your “economical” (perhaps a little bit scratchy) acrylic yarn. This is a fairly simple, easy to work up bag, so it's accessible to crocheters of all levels. Happy hooking!

Simple Stripes Tote Bag

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Water Bottle Holder

"A simple, useful thing of beauty. Thoughts of carefree days. Of travels. Of adventures. A cool sip of water on a hot day. Meet the lovely Crochet Water Bottle Holder. Because, really, any time you're adventuring you might need a sip of water from a bottle you'd like to carry with you. On a hike maybe or to a park. The strap is perfect for throwing over your shoulder or wearing it cross body style-which is my personal favorite. The water bottle cover is worked in cotton worsted weight yarn, the kind often used for dishcloths. You might even have some yarn in your stash for the project! Let's dive in!"

Water Bottle Holder

Making Waves Water Bottle Holder

This Making Waves water bottle holder is a fun and fashionable way to carry around your water bottle. It stretches to fit a variety of sized bottles. Peepholes in the center let you see if you are running low and need to replenish. It's a great way to keep you hydrated on your summertime outdoor adventures!

Making Waves Water Bottle Holder

Simple Striped Tote Bag

It's that time of year again when I'm ready to break out the cotton yarn and make myself a dozen different crochet bags. After all, one can never have too many bags, especially tote bags! I consider tote bags to be a summer essential… who am I kidding? I use my crochet tote bags all year round. Why do I historically design new tote bags this time of year? I think it's because I'm being optimistic that, eventually, spring and summer will arrive here in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Maybe it's my way of willing the warmer weather to come, or maybe I just love my growing collection of bags.

Simple Striped Tote Bag

Jagged Crochet Water Bottle Holder Pattern

"This Jagged Crochet Water Bottle Holder Pattern uses the Jagged Crochet Stitch. This stitch I discovered while playing around with yarn and it seems to work best in the round! If you'd like to learn how to make it in rows successfully you can check out my Jagged Stitch Scrap Yarn Afghan pattern."

Jagged Crochet Water Bottle Holder Pattern

Eclipse Bottle Holder

If you are one of the estimated 14-20 million people who will see the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, you will need to make sure you have the proper glasses and lots of water. We live just outside the path, but it seems like everyone around us, plus TONS from even further will be making the trek to see this awesome event. I wanted to make something to join in the eclipse excitement. I hope this water bottle holder and glass case will help you be prepared for the big day.

Eclipse Bottle Holder