Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags - Emma Osmond

Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags – 25 Stylish Crochet Bag Patterns Create your own collection of fashionable and practical bags with Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags – featuring 25 crochet patterns for everything from everyday totes and shoppers to stylish clutches, backpacks and crossbody bags. With clear step-by-step instructions, this project-packed book is ideal for beginners as well as experienced crocheters looking for fresh inspiration. Explore different yarns, colours, textures and construction techniques while creating handmade bags for shopping, the beach, everyday outings or as the perfect finishing touch to an outfit. Key Features 25 crochet bag patterns in a variety of styles and sizes Includes totes, shoppers, clutches, backpacks and crossbody bags Projects range from beginner-friendly to more advanced Clear step-by-step instructions with close-up photography Detailed guidance on crochet tools, materials and techniques Learn shaping and construction techniques for different bag styles Explore textures and patterns including leopard print, geometric and honeycomb designs Experiment with different yarn types and colour combinations Includes 60 photographs and 50 illustrations Part of the popular Weekend Makes craft series Projects Include Leopard-print clutch Circle raffia bag Honeycomb messenger bag Ombre shopping bag Japanese knot bag Beach bag Eco shopper bag Tweed shoulder bag Textured tote bag Crossbody drawstring bag Backpack and more Book Details Author: GMC Publications Format: Paperback / Softback ISBN: 9781784946180 Dimensions: 275 × 215 mm Language: English Why You'll Love This Book Crochet bags are a brilliant way to combine creativity with practicality. With 25 different designs, this collection gives you plenty of opportunities to experiment with shape, colour and texture while making accessories you can actually use. Start with a simple tote or shopper and build your skills before moving on to more unusual constructions such as a Japanese knot bag, textured messenger bag or raffia circle bag. The variety also makes this a great book for crocheters who enjoy making handmade gifts. Yarn Pairing Suggestions – Wild & Woolly Yarns Cotton and cotton blends for durable, structured everyday bags Raffia or suitable paper yarn for structured summer bags Firmly spun yarns for totes and shoppers that need to hold their shape Smooth yarns for showing off geometric and textured stitches Contrasting colours for graphic and patterned designs Stash yarns for smaller bags, colour accents and creative combinations Always check the individual pattern's recommended yarn weight, gauge and fibre requirements before choosing a substitute. Perfect For Crocheting handmade bags and totes Beginner and intermediate crocheters Weekend crochet projects Making reusable shopping bags Creating summer and beach accessories Learning crochet bag construction and shaping Experimenting with colour and textured crochet Handmade gifts for friends and family