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.
The finished product was wonderful! I plan on making more for gifts for next year. I think it would be great to use up some of the leftover skeins of fingering yarn or maybe even sport yarn.
Both my mom and I knit this pattern. I've done socks before, and found the pattern extremely easy and pleasing. She's never knit socks, or with such small needles, but still found the pattern easy to follow.
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