Black shoulder-bag with blue flower

[Cuddlefish]

This bag was inspired by my boyfriend's pillow. One morning I opened my eyes, and the first thing I saw was this flower in the pattern on his pillowcase. I thought, hm, maybe I can crochet that. So as soon as he was out of bed I confiscated the pillow and took it to the sofa with me. I think it worked out pretty well, it's definitely not like any flower I've ever crocheted before.

 

This is the result, it's sitting on a black bag I crocheted especially to go with it. It's started at the bottom, crocheted in sc's in rounds around a row of ch's, with three sc's in each corner until the bottom is wide enough, and then just straight up until it's deep enough. The flap is sc's back and forth.

 

 

 

Here's the inside, I really like the blue colour of those buttons.

The inside pocket is pretty much the same size as the back of the bag. I had to line the strap, because the yarn is quite stretchy.

 

 

The best thing is, it's made completely from yarn from my stash!

 

Thanks for looking.

[Carol]

What a great job. Such a nice job. Good work!

[pinkroses]

That is pretty. I love the flower. Maybe you would consider sharing the directions? Please? PINKROSES

[Cuddlefish]

Thanks.

 

The flower is sorta free form, so it's hard to share. I just looked at the other flower, and tried to copy it with yarn; A blue oval middle, a black line up one side, a white line around the whole thing, and so on. It's so improvised, I'm sorry I can't really be more specific.

[pinkroses]

That's ok. Wish you could though it is really pretty. I think you are very creative. I love crochted flowers. PINKROSES

[Hellen]

You did a great job. Your bag looks very neat.I like the color.

[cgd]

That's wonderful! What kind of yarn did you use?

[blackpurl]

it is so beautiful!

[Cuddlefish]

Thank you.

 

I used mostly superwash wool, but also some wool/acrylic blends that I've had lying around for ages. I don't think I'll machine wash it anyway, because the flower is mostly mohair.

[irikel]

You did a great job on the bag...the flower is beautiful...you couldn't have picked a better combination.

[cee]

It's very cute. Great job on the freeform flower!

[JCB]

Great Purse! I love the flower and the stem detail you added, and I really like your idea of making the back pocket. I love improvised stuff like that... makes it truly one-of-a-kind!

 

Joan

[aurora]

That looks great! Heee, stash-busting projects are brilliant, aren't they?!

[TX CrochetLover]

That is one beautiful bag! I love the flower. It floors me that people like you can just look at something and convert it to crochet!

[clearwaters]

That's just perfect.

[smyz64]

Absolutely beautiful job, Cuddlefish. Love the bag, and the buttons are a neat idea!

[Jessie_777]

That's awesome! I love that flower....my dog's carrier has those kinds of flowers on them. They're are the reason I got that one

[Yearnin' for Yarn]

Cuddlefish, you should write down your patterns and sell them! You always create wonderful items; I know many of your friends here at the 'ville would buy them if you ever decide to write down and sell your patterns.

 

Your purse is lovely!

Nicole

[Bearsgrammy]

Gorgeous!

[j_kawano]

Wow Cuddlefish that is so cute , are you going to be making up a pattern for it????

[misssmaggie]

I like that purse! The flower is really pretty...very unique!!!

[unicorn37757]

I really like that purse, the flower is pretty & those buttons add a nice touch!

[Roli]

Ah yes, that flower is in the Jacobean style. I've always loved Jacobean prints. You've done a wonderful job of interpreting the design, Cuddlefish. The other elements of your bag are outstanding too. I love the button idea and the crocheted lining. This purse pattern would be worth writing up and publishing!

[cupcake]

Great bag with such effective colours. What does the bf think..... mmm she only loves me for my pillow!

[Her]

What a beautiful bag! You did a fantastic job.