"I have been having so much fun creating new bags and accessories using the Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie cotton I was recently gifted. It is really a durable and lovely category 4 fiber. I made this market tote bag - which quite easily serves as a beach bag as well. You can make the strap as long or short as you like. Since I go to the pool or beach more than the market, I opted for a longer strap to carry my towel and sundries. I hope you love this pattern and make yourself the perfect market / beach tote. "

"If you're looking for feminine crochet garment for spring and summer to keep your shoulders warm, Nalu Crochet Shrug is everything you've been wishing for! This shrug is basically made from just one rectangle and then seamed to create the armhole openings. Although this pattern is one size, you are easily able to customize all measurements of this crochet shrug. It has a beautiful lacy stitch pattern and works up very quickly. This is a great pattern for an experienced beginner who is ready to give lace crocheting a try."

This Crochet Market Bag would be great for shopping at the grocery store or farmer's market, carrying other crochet projects or going to the pool. Basic crochet stiches - single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet stitches are all you need to know to make this Market Bag. The instructions have detailed directions for crocheting the handle. The bag measures approximately 16" x 9” (not including the handles). The handles are short and sturdy. Some shoulder straps really stretch and almost make the bag unusable, so I created this bag to be a ‘handbag' and not a shoulder bag.

"This beautiful tapestry crochet drawstring bag with a cat is what every cat lover should have. It is a very quick project and it is great for practicing tapestry crochet. The pattern includes a written pattern, a color chart and detailed photo instructions showing how to make this cute bag, so you could try it even if you are not familiar with tapestry crochet. This bag could also be a very nice and original gift to your friend or a family member!"

"This bucket crochet bag was designed initially for I Like Crochet magazine for the Chevron Collection issue. I wanted the colors to be somewhat neutrals, so I chose jute as the main color and added light pink and white to add some color and interest into the bag. The pattern is worked in the round from the bottom to the top. At the top of the bag, we create eyelets to add a drawstring and a dainty metal strap is added to the bag (you can also use a fabric strap). The bag is comfortable and light, but big enough to carry all your essentials."

"I have switched over to reusable bags to cut down on the use of plastic bags, so I came up with this pattern using the classic granny stitch. I am happy to provide this pattern free on my website.This pattern is for an 11” x 13” fun, summery market bag. You can never have enough of these! I keep some in my car for all of my shopping trips. The pattern is easily adjustable to make the bag any size you want."

"Carry all of your essential items, create ease in shopping or take a trip to the beach with this gorgeous gingham crochet tote. Worked in two panels and seamed, this project is straight forward and has a lovely finish. This pattern is written in US terms. My swatch of 10 sc x 10 rows is approximately 2 ¼” by 2 ¼”. Height - Approximately 15 inches Width - Approximately 13 inches Handle - Approximately 13 inches high from tote to mid point on handle. I used approximately 3/4 of a skein of each color. Any medium(4) weight you prefer to use is fine, you do not have to use the colors I did. I used acrylic yarn, but you can use cotton if you prefer. Please keep in mind that this can change the dimensions of the bag. You can line this bag if you prefer, I decided not to."

"Crochet zipper pouch Moon is great for keeping your cards or coins. This pattern uses tapestry crochet technique. The pattern includes a written pattern, a color chart and detailed photo instructions showing how to make the pouch, so you could try it even if you are not familiar with tapestry crochet. The pattern also includes a link to photo tutorial showing how to sew in a zipper and attach lining. This pouch could be a very nice and original gift!"

"The Quick Little Tunisian Bag was created because I designed a Quick Little (crochet) Bag a few years ago and it is still super popular. I thought Tunisian crocheters deserved a fun and fabulous quick little bag as well. The way the colors work in this design makes me happy. Unlike the original, this bag is finished off with a button and some tassels. Happy stitching! I've also designed a Quick Little Knit Bag to be part of this set."