It all started with a straw backpack Kit found years ago at a New York street market. The bag is no more but Kit's sketch survived. We liked the capacious 'bucket' size, but preferred an oval base for less bulky proportions. We created a handy smaller version and kept scaling down 'til we arrived at zippered pouches, perfect for notions, cosmetics, projects... a bag for all reasons!
Bucket bags come in two sizes, with options for drawstring or backpack straps. Pouches are also in two sizes, with instructions for adding a zipper and an optional fabric lining. You can also view all Churchmouse Classics Patterns.
I knit English style, so this scarf took forever to do. But the colorwork was so much fun that I didn't mind. Great project to work on while you're chatting with friends (like, at knitting group ;->). Will be making more of these for gifts.
This is an easy pattern -- the only part that was a little tedious was casting on 648 stitches. Just make sure to use the markers ever 50 stitches as recommended. A scarf that is a little different!
Product Information
(for Oval Crocheted Bucket Bags & Pouches Pattern)
Craft:
CrochetFinished Gauge:
crochetProject Type:
Bags and TotesSuggested Needles:
US E and FSuggested Yarns:
Rowan Handknit CottonWearer:
All AgesYarn Gauge:
DK (21-24 sts/4 in)Yarn Yardage:
Bag: 450 yards total (25% for contrasting bottom); Pouch: 93 yards