This bag is crocheted first, then felted (aka, thrown in a washing machine a few times)! You start by making the base in the round, then working up to the top. The straps are crocheted separately then sewn on.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
(refer to this page for skill level descriptions)

TECHNIQUES USED
chain stitch, single crochet, simple increasing, slip stitch, double crochet, crocheting through the back loop, simple seaming, weaving in ends.

YARN
370 yards of bulky weight yarn

HOOK
US K / 6.5 mm

NOTIONS
scissors, darning/tapestry needle, 1 stitch marker

GAUGE
3.5 sts & 4 rows per inch in single crochet before blocking or felting

MEASUREMENTS
~17” wide & ~13” tall before felting, and ~14” wide & ~10” tall after felting