My new purse

[AngiR]

I finished a new purse a few days ago, then took it out for a test drive. I actually like it.

Anyway, it's made from Noro Kureyon (100% wool) and I didn't felt it. The stitch pattern has kind of a pebbly look to it. I think it's pretty neat. Also, the lining will help keep it from stretching.

The flap buttons shut in the corners, and the strap also buttons on. The strap is only long enough to come just below the shoulder, on me (short!) almost to the waist.

The best part: it took longer to sew the lining than to crochet the purse.

 

So, whatta ya think??

[Gardener]

Very nice.

[monael]

It's very pretty

[aurora]

Great work How much of the Noro did it take you?

[Debbi-a1]

Very nice and pretty. I like it.

[AngiR]

Great work How much of the Noro did it take you?

 

I think it took four (?) balls of Noro, and I had a bit left, but not much.

I also tend to crochet extremely tight. It ended up being 12 inches wide and 9 inches deep.

I'm glad y'all like it. It was actually relatively easy to do. The buttons were fun to figure out.

I have found I like making purses. I think I'm gong to try a few more styles.

 

And thanks.

[Chrome Kitty]

I like that stitch! What is it?

[j_kawano]

that is so cute. What pattern did you use and stitch?

[AngiR]

It's called a ripple stitch from the Crochet Stitch Bible (pg. 83). It turned into more of a relief stitch which it isn't supposed to be.

I guess I just crochet a bit tight?

[Ghost]

Very cute!

I have that exact same fabric lining one of my purses, too!

[wildthing1058]

great job

[jaclim]

love your purse! love the color too!

[blondi]

Love the purse. You chose great colors. I like the size too most I see are so small.

[Appliejuice]

That is great. Love the colors and the shape.

[kellyv]

Beautiful!! I love purses!!!

[Dejhia]

very nice. I really like it.

[Gaby]

I love it! It looks great!!

[yarncat]

Neat purse,Angi!

[AngiR]

that is so cute. What pattern did you use and stitch?

 

Sorry. I told you the stitch but not the pattern. It's my own pattern. I made it up as I went along. It ended up being very simple. two rectangles, one slightly larger than the other to allow for the flap. Then I crocheted the seams together.

Nothing fancy. Very simple.

[KateCrochets]

Love the bag - stitch and pattern! I messenger-style bags.

[Yearnin' for Yarn]

That's beautiful!! I love it--great color and great pattern. Good job!

 

Nicole

[happytee40]

very very nice and a pretty color. Theresa from NC

[Carol]

That is just soooo nice. I love Noro. Good choice and nice work!

[christinascrochethaven]

Awesome bag...love the colors!