This chic spring bag, with its jaunty surprise color, is just right for your next outing. The simple flower motifs are worked from the base up in rounds and joined as you go. The sophisticated lining keeps the bag from stretching.
Finished Size: About 11" wide, 7" long, and 3" deep.
Gauge: 6-petal motif = 3" in diameter with larger hook.
Needles: Sizes E/4 (3.5 mm) and D/3 (3.25 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch markers (m); yarn needle; bag handles 7" in diameter; two pieces of fabric for lining measuring 15 x 19" (including 1/2" seam allowance); sewing needle, matching thread.
Yarn: Tahki Cotton Classic Lite (100% mercerized cotton; 146 yd [135 m]/13/4 oz [50 g]; ): #4017 steel gray (MC), 4 skeins; #4532 pale lemon yellow (CC1), 3 skeins; #4807 dark turquoise (CC2), 1 skein.
Yarn Weight: #2 - Fine
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Spring 2011