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Crochet Classic Handbag
Embarking on a crochet journey with the timeless elegance of a Crochet Classic Handbag is like taking a stroll through a vintage fashion fairytale! The intricate stitches and impeccable craftsmanship bring a touch of sophistication to your everyday style, making a statement that is both chic and charming. With its versatility to complement a casual day out or a special evening affair, this handbag is not just an accessory but a companion that adds a sprinkle of nostalgic flair to your ensemble. Crafted with love and skill, the Crochet Classic Handbag is a true classic that transcends trends and fads, embracing a timeless charm that never goes out of style.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Finished Size Approximately: 7”x 16” (18 x 40.5 cm)
Gauge: 12 sts /16 rows=4”
Materials List:
K/10 ½/6.50mm size crochet hook
Red Heart With Love medium weight 100% acrylic (370yds/338m/7oz/198g) Sample color: 1907 Boysenberry or #1971 Tigerlily
Tapestry needle
Everything Mary Round Wood Handle (optional)
Abbreviations:
blsc: back loop single crochet (need help identifying the back loop, check this out)
ch(s): chain(s)
rem: remaining
rep: repeat
sc: single crochet
sp(s): space(s)
st(s): stitch(es)
yo: yarn over
Pattern Notes
The body of the bag is worked from one side across the bottom to the other side.
The body of the bag is worked with short rows.
The handles of the bag are attached to the row ends of the bag.
There are 2 options provided for handles.
Row 1: Ch 45, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across, turn. -44 sc
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in next 5 sts, blsc in next 34 sts, leaving rem sts unworked, turn. -39 sc
Row 3: Ch 1, blsc in next 34 sts, leaving rem sts unworked, turn. -34 sc
Row 4: Ch 1, blsc in next 34 sts, sc in next 5 sts of the row 2 below, turn. -39 sc
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in next 5 sts, blsc in next 34 sts, sc in next 5 sts of the row 2 below, turn. -44 sc
Row 6-61: Rep Rows 2-5 fourteen times.
Wooded Handle Attaching (Option 1)
Working along the row ends, sc around the wooden handle, working 32 sc across edge. Fasten off. (For tips on how to work around the handle, check out this tutorial)
Repeat on opposite side.
Crochet Handle Attaching (Option 2)
Ch 1, working along the row ends, 4 sc in first row end, working in a spiral (meaning that you are working in the round but are not joining the round, you continue working in the next stitch) to create a cord, blsc in the first sc worked in the end row, blsc in each sc until the cord measures about 14” (35.5cm), sl st to opposite end row from the beginning of the cord, sl st next 3 sts of cord to same st, sc in each row end across to beginning of the cord, fasten off.
Seaming
Folding handles together, whip stitch the open ends of the purse leaving between 1-2” open from the handles.
Weave in ends.
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