I was in the zone Saturday night, and I finished the Green Grocer bag that I started a few days ago. It turned out like the cutest beachy tote bag or market bag.
It ended up considerably larger than it was supposed to be, but I really like it. It hangs very nicely, and is usable.
I crocheted this with a size G hook, using Paton’s Pure Organic Cotton in the color “red” (which is actually a really bright pink). It took around 450 yards of sport/medium weight cotton yarn (3 balls and nearly all of a 4th). The pattern is EASY and fast, so if you are a beginner crocheter, go for it. It is fun to do, and it yields really sharp, professional looking results.
Since it turned out so great, I would like to give it to my sister for her birthday which is several days away. I hope she likes it because it is taking a bit of work on my part not to get too attached to it! I absolutely plan to make another for myself at some point, when all of my knitting deadlines have passed.
~Happy knitting (or crocheting)!
Jul 01, 2012 @ 19:46:57
Beautiful! I love it!
Jul 01, 2012 @ 22:32:13
Thanks so much! The pattern is such a great find! I’m so glad you showed it to me.
Jul 02, 2012 @ 00:45:10
I really like this bag. I just finished making several with a different one I found on Ravelry, but I’m going to put this one in my queue. Thanks!
Jul 02, 2012 @ 13:36:47
It really is one of those “go-to” patterns. If you can recommend the one that you have been making, send me the Ravelry link. I’d be interested.
Jul 02, 2012 @ 16:05:05
Hi Kristen, This is the one I’ve been making: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crochet-grocery-bag. But I use a larger hook and worsted weight yarn. You can see them on my blog at http://karendibee.wordpress.com/2012/06/22/crocheted-mesh-grocery-bags/. They are very utilitarian. Yours is so pretty! I do like these other ones as well because they roll up to a very small size when not in use.
Jul 02, 2012 @ 17:51:13
Thanks! Your blog is awesome. Your hexagon afghan is the best thing ever, and I love how your bedroom is your ‘happy place’.
Jul 03, 2012 @ 04:43:50
Thanks! Happy crocheting!
Jul 05, 2012 @ 09:39:18
I have been perusing knit and crocheted market bags for months trying to decide whether it’s worth it to make one. I think you’ve finally pushed me over the edge! This is lovely.
Jul 05, 2012 @ 10:29:18
It’s so worth it! I never wanted to make one until I saw one of the the other ladies at a recent knit/crochet group making one. I forgot to mention it on my blog, but the $1.50 pattern fee goes directly to the Northern Indiana Food Depository. It’s a win-win!
Jul 06, 2012 @ 03:03:56
Thanks! I’ve sort of gotten addicted to making them. (-:
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