About the Pattern

#COCOCLUTCH is worked from the bottom up in single crochet. First, the base is worked in the round with increases along the sides to shape the bottom. The sides of the clutch are then worked to the specified length. Finally, the clutch frame is sewn onto the bag.

Size & Measurements

SIZE: 1 (2) 3

Gauge

10–11 sc × 13 rows in double strand using a 6 mm crochet hook = 10 cm (4”)

Recommended Hook

6 mm crochet hook

Materials

100 (200) 200 g Ra-Ra Raffia by Wool and the Gang (100 g = 250 m / 273 yds)
or Raffia by Bettaknit (100 g = 250 m / 273 yds)

19 (23) 30 cm (7½ (9) 12”) bag frame (square or curved)

Techniques

CHAIN (ch)
Yarn over and pull through the loop on the hook.

SLIP STITCH (sl st)
Insert the hook into the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch and the loop on the hook.

SINGLE CROCHET (sc)
Insert the hook into the stitch and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook.