In the end, your bag will look somewhat like this one. This close example (which is knitted, not crocheted) was found on Craftjuice.com
To start out with, know that my hook is a Boye I/9 5.5 mm and that when I make double crochet stitches, they turn out to be 1/2" in height.
Supplies:
5.5 mm crochet hook
1 skein red heart super saver yarn or other bulky yarn
scissors
button(s)
embroidery needle
embellishments (optional)
Instructions:
Ch 25. Turn and in second ch from the hook, start your first dc and dc in each stitch from there on.
Turn and ch 2 and dc in all 25 dc. Keep repeating until you have roughly 40 rows of double crochet. This piece should measure 20 inches. Fold the piece in half with the top 3 inches apart from the bottom. Sew together the bottom half and leave the three inch piece alone. The bottom half, once sewn together, should be about 8 1/2" long.
For the handles, make 3 separate pieces that are chained to desired length. I would say that 3 feet of chain stitches for the three separate pieces would be long enough for most. Take those three pieces and braid them together. Tie on both ends of the strap and tie to the top of the side seam. Sew on the button.
Enjoy your brand new shoulder bag. Any questions, just comment on the post.
De Colores all.
~Kay~
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