Shoulder Bag by Laura Gebhardt

Shoulder Bag

Crochet
March 2012
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
13 stitches and 14 rows = 4 inches
in single crochet and holding yarn double
6.0 mm (J)
747 yards (683 m)
One size only in stated instructions with recommended yarn
English
Out of print. This pattern was available for $4.00.

Using the combination of shell stitches and crocheted-by-your-hand button, this purse gives you a chance to put your unique taste out on the spotlight. The only seaming involved is when the button and its matching loop are sewn onto the bag.

Finished dimensions:
Bag measures 12 inches (33 cm) wide by 10 inches (25 cm) deep, excluding handles.

Yarn Information:
A - 3882 Periwinkle
2 skeins
498 yards

B - 3856 Indigo
1 skein
249 yards

Extras:
Stuffing for the button

Gauge notes:

  • US J/10 is the listed pattern hook. The instructions state that the 6.00 mm hook is required in order to achieve gauge for the 2 different fabrics.
  • The listed Yarn weight is reflected after holding 2 strands together.
  • 13 single crochet and 14 rows = 4 inches (10 cm).