This fun and practical bag is constructed from stripes and corner to corner (C2C) granny squares and lined with a ready-made cotton bag. The optional internal pocket provides a handy place for your hook, stitch markers, phone etc.

Method:
There are no seams to sew to join the crochet, and a simple whip stitch joins the cotton bag to the crochet exterior. The pattern contains diagrams and photos to make this an easy and enjoyable project for everyone.

Size:
40cm x 38cm (15¾” x 15”) excluding strap.

Yarn:
This pattern was designed with Cygnet Colour Rush DK and Cygnet DK in the following quantities:
Yarn A - Cygnet Colour Rush DK in shade Funshine (662) x 340m (372 yards).
Yarn B - Cygnet DK in shade Black (217) x 125m (137 yards).

Gauge:
A small size C2C granny square (as detailed in pattern) = 10 cm (4 in).

Other Materials Required:
Black cotton bag 40cm x 38cm (15¾” x 15”)
Mini bulldog clips/ quilt clips/ clothes pegs for attaching crochet to cotton bag.
Chenille needle for attaching crochet to cotton bag.
Cotton fabric 20cm x 15cm (8” x 6”) (for optional internal pocket)
Sewing thread (for optional internal pocket)
Tape measure.
Darning needle for sewing in ends.