Any type of thread or yarn may be used to tapestry crochet this bag. If a thicker fiber is chosen, the hook should be proportionately larger; if a finer yarn is selected, a smaller hook should be utilized. The narrow oval spiral base is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges of the spiral move upwa...

Any type of thread or yarn may be used to tapestry crochet this bag. If a thicker fiber is chosen, the hook should be proportionately larger; if a finer yarn is selected, a smaller hook should be utilized. The narrow oval spiral base is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges of the spiral move upwa...

This tapestry crochet tote is basically a cylindrical basket with a strap. A flat spiral base is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges of the spiral move upwards to form the sides. The motif is seventy-two stitches wide, so the base of the tote is a multiple of seventy-two stitches. It is possible...

For those who like to crochet loosely – this is the project for you – since it’s tapestry crocheted with a large hook and loose stitches. With tapestry crochet, one yarn is single crocheted, while another is carried. Colors are switched while 2 loops of the unfinished single crochet stitch are still on the hook. Separate are included for right ...

Any type of thread or yarn may be used to tapestry crochet this tote. If a thicker fiber is chosen, the hook should be proportionately larger; if a finer yarn is selected, a smaller hook should be utilized. The narrow oval spiral base is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges of the spiral move upw...

This Christmas stocking is tapestry crocheted with a large hook and loose stitches. Lion Wool has been discontinued, but any feltable worsted fiber would work (but not superwash, which does not felt).

What to do with leftover yarn from other projects? How about using it to tapestry crochet this useful bag? The carried colors and tight stitches combine to form a sturdy fabric that does not need to be lined. Although any number of contrasting colors would work, only four were used in this example. This practical, colorful bag can be made from ...

This bag of skulls holds a lot and is perfect to use while flying because it fits under an airline seat – and the skulls are apotropaic (they scare away evil)! A crochet hook with a handle makes it easier to crochet the tight nylon stitches that produce the sturdy fabric of this reversible bag. You may buy a hook with a handle or make your own.

This bag was inspired by my hard working honeybees, who have been teaching and entertaining me since 2011. This project is crocheted in rounds. The base is crocheted first, then the edges of the spiral move upwards to form the sides. Tight single crochet stitches worked around two carried colors produce a thick fabric that does not need to be l...

For more about tapestry crochet, please look at my web page. Instructions and graphs are included for right-handed and left-handed crocheters.

Love radiates north, south, east and west from the center of this cuddly baby blanket, tapestry crocheted with soft organic cotton. Berry and almond yarns were switched back and forth to create the heart motifs; one color was carried while the other was single crocheted over it. Instructions and graphs are included for right-handed and left-han...

Traditional beaded items are usually crocheted with one thread, and all the beads from a charted design are carefully loaded onto a single thread in the order needed. The beauty of tapestry crocheting with beads is that each thread can be loaded with one bead color and only the color that is needed at the time is crocheted to form a pattern whi...

For those who like to crochet loosely – this is the project for you – since it’s tapestry crocheted with a large hook and loose stitches. With tapestry crochet, one yarn is single crocheted, while another is carried. Colors are switched while 2 loops of the unfinished single crochet stitch are still on the hook. Instructions and graphs are incl...

With tapestry crochet, two or more colors are worked at the same time to create motifs; one is carried while the other is single crocheted. The tight stitch and thread used for this bag produce a fabric so substantial that it doesn’t need to be lined. If you tend to crochet loosely, the tightness of the stitch may be increased by pulling on the...

With tapestry crochet, one yarn is single crocheted, while another is carried. Colors are switched while 2 loops of the unfinished single crochet stitch are still on the hook. The motif is visible on both sides of the fabric, with no floats on the back. For more about this hat, please look at my blog and for more about tapestry crochet, please ...

A really useful basket crocheted in a strong and sturdy yarn/stitch pattern combination, perfect for use anywhere in the home or office. Instructions and graphs are included for right-handed and left-handed crocheters. One of my blog postings shows how to block this bag. For more about tapestry crochet, please look at my web page.

This bag was made using tapestry crochet techniques. For more about tapestry crochet, please look at my web page and blog.

This homage to the unappreciated vulture is tapestry crocheted in rounds with no sewing or seams!

The flat oval spiral base of the bag is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges of the spiral move upwards to form the walls.

What’s so great about felted tapestry crochet? Well, the loose stitch makes the crocheting go fast, the pattern is incorporated into both sides of the piece as it is crocheted, and the added yarn adds bulk to the finished piece. For more information about this bag, please look at my blog posting about it and for more about tapestry crochet, ple...

I hope you’ll give this tapestry crochet scarf a try! The loose stitch produces a fabric with wonderful drape! The instructions and graph are for right handed and left handed crocheters. For more information about this scarf, please look at my blog posting about it.

For those who like to crochet loosely – this is the project for you – since it’s tapestry crocheted with a large hook and loose stitches. With tapestry crochet, one yarn is single crocheted, while another is carried. Colors are switched while 2 loops of the unfinished single crochet stitch are still on the hook. Instructions and graphs are incl...

Depending upon which way it is turned, this project is a trend-setting hat or a functional basket. The square hat/basket begins in the center, then spirals outward. A flat square base is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges move upwards to form the sides. The stitches at the rim are then graduall...

Traditional beaded items are usually crocheted with one thread, and all of the beads from a charted design are carefully loaded onto a single thread in the order that they will be needed. The beauty of tapestry crocheting with beads is that each thread can be loaded with one bead color and only the color that is needed at the time is crocheted ...

This worldly sweater features the four human races. Each person is the same size, and has their heart in the same place because everyone is the same inside. When we join hands and work together, we unite in love.

Take flight with this reversible bag, tapestry crocheted with pearl cotton and beads. Two beaded threads are worked at the same time to create the bird motif. One thread is carried while the other is crocheted. The beauty of tapestry crocheting with beads is that each thread can be loaded with one bead color and only the color that is needed at...

YES I am! YES I can! YES I will! This scarf reinforces a positive attitude! Two yarns are worked at the same time to create the motif. One yarn is carried while the other is single crocheted. It’s possible to make a variety of sizes by increasing or decreasing the size of the base chain. This pattern includes an alphabet so that you can add you...

One color is carried while another is single crocheted and the colors are switched to create the motif. The bag is felted in a washing machine. Please look at my web page for more information about my tapestry crochet books and links to free patterns and videos.

This tapestry crochet purse is basically a cylindrical basket with a strap. A flat spiral base is crocheted first, then when the diameter of the base is no longer increased, the edges of the spiral move upwards to form the sides. The motif is twenty-four stitches wide, so the base of the purse is a multiple of twenty-four stitches. It is possib...

This elegant little bag was tapestry crocheted with fine silk and small beads, making it an advanced project. Two beaded silk threads are worked at the same time to create the cat motif. One thread is carried while the other is crocheted. The beauty of tapestry crocheting with beads is that each thread can be loaded with one bead color and only...

This project is crocheted in rounds. The base is crocheted first, then the edges of the spiral move upwards to form the sides. The cat motif is fourteen stitches wide, so the total number of stitches in the base is a multiple of fourteen. It’s possible to make several pillow sizes with the same design motif simply by increasing or decreasing th...

This lovely scarf was loosely tapestry crocheted with wool. Two yarns are worked at the same time to create the motif. One yarn is carried while the other is single crocheted. It is possible to make a variety of sizes with the same heart motif simply by increasing or decreasing the size of the base chain. The increases at the ends of the scarf ...

This is a downloadable PDF pattern for a purse that was originally published in the August 2001 Crochet Fantasy. Separate written out instructions (without abbreviations), charts, and illustrations for carrying and switching colors are for right and left handed crocheters.

This purse consists of two tapestry crocheted disks sewn at the edges, a crocheted loop and button, a twisted thread strap, and tassels. Separate instructions are available for right-handed and left-handed crocheters. For more about tapestry crochet, please look at my web page.

These four “rounds” projects are from my out of print 1991 book, Tapestry Crochet. Separate instructions and graphs are included for both right-handed and left-handed crocheters.

This pattern is one of ten projects in my first Tapestry Crochet book, published when my name was Carol Norton. The yarn used is no longer available, but another yarn can be substituted. For more about tapestry crochet, please look at my web page.