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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Boho Sunrise Crochet Purse... Instructions

I was inspired by some cute bags other artist's have been crocheting...and decided to make my own version.  So this sweet little bag is being called Boho Sunshine.  It is about 9 1/2 inches wide and about 8-9 inches long.  Even beginners will enjoy this simple pattern.  Please use your imagination and mix and match colors.  My daughter wants one in a coral and turquoise color.  Send me pics of your creation and I will post for all to see.  Here are the directions and some pictures.  Enjoy your day!
Boho Sunrise PurseMaterials:
Worsted medium weight yarn in five colors of your choice.  I love love love..."I love this yarn" by Hobby Lobby
Size H crochet Hook
Two 6" purse handles (any kind you like)
Small amount of fabric for lining (if desired)
Skill Level: easy
All beginning chains count as first stitch, do not turn
Front flap...make 1
Make magic circle or chain 5 and join with ss
round 1. 12 DC in circle, join. ch 3
round 2. 2 DC in each DC around, join with ss. Change color. Ch3
round 3. 1 TRC in each space around. Join with ss.  Change color. Ch3
round 4. 2 HDC in each space around. Join with ss.  Change color. Ch2
round 5. 1 SC in each HDC around. Join with ss.  Change color. Ch 3
round 6. 1 HDC in back look of SC around. Join with ss. Change color. Ch 3
round 7. 6 DC in same space as joining. *skip 1, ss in next, skip 1 6 DC in next* contine from * around. join with ss and finish off.
Front and Back...Make 2
Make magic circle or chain 6 and join with ss ch 3
round 1. 15 DC in circle. join with ss. change color. ch 3
round 2. 2 DC  in each DC around. Join with ss. Change color. Ch 3
round 3. 1 TRC in each space around. Join with ss. Change color. Ch 3
round 4. 2 HDC in each TRC around. Join with ss. Change color. Ch 3
round 5. 1 DC in each HDC around. Join with ss. Change color. Ch 3
round 6. 1 TRC in each DC around. Join with ss. Change color. Ch 3
round 7. 1 DC in each TRC around. Join with ss. Change color. ch 3
round 8. 1 TRC in each DC around. Join with ss. Change color. ch 3
Side Band...Make 1
Chain 54 or lay chain around outer edge of front and see how wide you would like your opening.
round 1-4. HDC in each ch space. Finish off
Assembly:
lay band on front, wrong side together, and SC the two together. Then lay back with band also wrong sides together and SC together.
finish off and tuck in and trim all ends.  Fold down top of the circle towards the inside of the bag and position handle..whip stitch
closed.  Now this may pucker a bit, but don't worry its suppose to. Do the same with the other side. Now, pick a front side and a
back side.  Lay your flap over the back on the outside and whip stitch it on...it should go through the front handle and voila..you
have completed your fun little bag.
                                                                          Front

                                                                           Back

                                                                          Inside

6 comments:

  1. Deb- Super cute! By the way, I'm teaching myself how to crochet. You might have to help me when the terminology starts giving me a headache!

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  2. The colors are wonderful! This will be a great Christmas gift for my mom.

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  3. This is adorable. I've got to make it! Thanks for such a cute pattern!

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  4. I your bag on Foster Reviews - it's gorgeous!
    Thanks for sharing the pattern.

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  5. Love your bag...buying the yarn tomorrow at Hobby Lobby!

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  6. Hi, May I sell the purses that I make with your pattern? Thanks so much for your reply! :) Rosanna

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