This practical shoulder crochet bag, perfect for carrying books and pads, is finished with leather closures. With its straightforward construction, this tapestry crochet bag works up quickly.

DESIGNER Nicoletta Tronci

FINISHED SIZE 12” wide and 9” tall, excluding strap.

YARN Brown Sheep Company Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% merino wool; 215 yds 197 m/31/2 oz 100 g; ): #CW585 wolverine blue (MC) and #CW100 cotton ball (CC), 2 skeins each.

HOOK Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS Yarn needle; leather strips: 44” × 3/4”, one; 6” × 1/2”, two; 2 1/2” × 1/2”, two.

GAUGE 15 sts and 7 1/2 rows = 4” in tapestry dc.