Hi there! This original pattern design in US crochet terms may not be distributed or sold as your own, but feel free to sell a finished bag made from this pattern.

level: advanced

skills: know how to do crossover cables both in front of & behind posts, know how to ch (chain), sl st (slip stitch), sc (single crochet), dc (double crochet), fpdc (front post dc), bpdc (back post dc), fptc (front post triple crochet)

hook: H/5mm

yarn: six (6) skeins Lily Sugar ‘n Cream 100% cotton in #102001 Hot Blue

additional materials (optional): large bead for drawstring ends

size: fits a 22-26” wide mat; mat pictured is 24” wide

As a crocheter for 20+ years now & a former professional proofreader, you can crochet this with the confidence that it has been gone over with a fine tooth comb.

Feel free to contact me at any time with pattern-related questions, & I’ll typically get back to you within 24 hours.

Warmly,
Stace a.k.a. zonal