A super simple crochet bag… my favourite kind of crochet!

I’ve always dreamt of designing a simple crochet bag to carry my knitting or crochet projects in and, when my Purl &Jane Yorkshire yarn, Skipton Swaledale, came back from the spinners in 2016, I knew it was the perfect yarn for this idea. It has a lovely robust texture, ideal for a hard-wearing bag. Skipton Swaledale had limited availability and is now no longer available, but there are lots of other yarns to choose from – each bringing their own unique qualities to the finished piece.

I’ve since crocheted another in Jacobs Aran, and even made a colourful version in Kilcarra Tweed. They’re quite addictive!

CONSTRUCTION
Two pieces – main piece and strap, knitted flat in rows then folded in half with side seams joined to strap.

TECHNIQUES USED
UK terms: Chain, double crochet and treble.

YARN
Two 100g hanks of WYS Jacobs Aran
100% Jacob Wool, 166m/182yds per 100g.

SUGGESTED CROCHET HOOK
5mm.

GAUGE (tension)
15 trebles and 12 rows in pattern to 10cm square over pattern using 5mm hook.
It is important to obtain gauge so do swatch and change your needle size to achieve the correct gauge if you need to.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
26cm x 33cm approximately.

NEED HELP?
I am here for you! Pop into the Skipton studio, send an email, or check out the Purl &Jane YouTube channel for tips, inspiration and guidance including handy resources like gauge (tension) guides and how to tutorials.