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Please note errata in Rnd 13. Thanks to Cheri aka CrochetDiva for spotting the error! :) Crochet Chart now Available!

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This small and simple bag can be used as a pouch, drawstring bag or as a purse with a flap folded over.

Use stiffer thread material such as hemp for this purpose. You can also use different colors for the top and bottom sections of the bag.

Finished Measurements:
5 inches wide x 7 inches tall
5 inches wide x 4 inches tall (excluding pineapple flap)

Yarn: Crochet cotton thread, size 8, beige
Hooks: Aluminum crochet hook 5/0 (3mm) or size to obtain gauge
Notions: Synthetic leather thongs or satin lace ribbon, 20 inches long (for tie)
If you wish to use the bag as a purse with a flap top, you will need a button and yarn needle.
Gauge: 23 sts and 12 rows=4” in dc with yarn doubled and crochet hook size 5/0 (3mm)
Terminology: Pattern is written using US crochet terminology (see chart on last page for conversion).

Note: The bag is worked in one piece in the round starting from the base using two strands of thread held together.