Zora Raffia Hobo Handbag by Tracy Ryan

Zora Raffia Hobo Handbag

Crochet
August 2024
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 15 rows = 4 inches
in single crochet
4.5 mm
301 - 306 yards (275 - 280 m)
One Size
US
English
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Making this unique and chic circular hobo-style handbag begins with two main panels shaped with regular increases per row to create its partial-circle form. The two panels are joined around the sides with a zigzag slip stitch seam. The handle is also made of two identical pieces worked upward from the top edge of each side of the main bag, then joined at the top to complete the handle.
Pattern includes chart instructions.

Gauge: 16sc x 15 rows = 4” (10 cm) square using 4.5mm hook

Materials:
Raffia yarn - 100% paper; approx. 5oz / 144g, 297yd / 271m
(A generic brand manufactured in and sold from China online at temu.com)
*This yarn is firmer/more dense than other well-known brand name qualities.*
(Yarn substitutions may be made based on the above info)

1 1/2 rolls of 111g/200m raffia yarn were used for this design.