Interweave SKU: EP8563

Use this tapestry crocheted backpack pattern to create a bag for all your adventure essentials. Well, sure you need a place for your sketchpad and pencils. The Greek Key, or meander, design mimics tapestry crochet with its strategically placed post stitches. (Interweave)

Finished Size: 16 (18¾)“ high, 25 (28¼)” circumference.

Yarn: Brown Sheep Company Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% wool; 215 yd 197 m/3½ oz 100 g): #375 rue (MC), 2 (3) skeins; #240 pink-a-boo (A) and #745 wild iris (B), 1 skein each.

Hooks: G/6 (4 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle; 6 st markers (m); 4” length of cardboard for tassels; 12” x 44” piece of fabric for optional lining.

Gauge: First 7 rnds = 4”, 18 sts and 14 rows = 4” in patt. Each Greek key block = 3½“ square.

Originally Published: Crochet Me Summer 2013