Bag is worked in 5 separate pieces that are seamed together using a slip stitch join. Colors are changed using the tapestry method. Hold both colors together throughout each row. Crochet over the color not being used. When switching from one color to another, work the last pull through with the new color. When working from the chart, read odd-numbered rows from right to left and even-numbered rows from left to right.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
Width: 14¾”
Height: 17½”

MATERIALS:
Premier® Yarns Home Cotton® (85% Recyled Cotton, 15% Polyester; 2.65 oz/75g, 131 yds/120m)
• C1: 44-73 Green Speckle – 6 balls
• C2: 38-02 Cream – 3 balls

HOOKS & NOTIONS:
• US Size H-8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle
• Pair of 5” wide bamboo purse handles

SKILLS/TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN:
• Chain and single crochet stitches.
• Changing colors using the tapestry crochet method.
• Decreasing.
• Slip stitch joining pieces together.
• Attaching bamboo handles.