Product Description
The Loopy Water Bottle Bag is the perfect way to carry your water bottle when you’re out and about on walks so you can keep your hands free. This crossbody bag has a long strap that sits comfortably on your shoulder. It is made using 60g of DK weight cotton yarn, it is lightweight, soft and machine washable. Pattern works up quickly and suitable for advanced beginners. The bottle shown in this pattern measures 8.25in (21cm) height x 3in (7cm) width, but the bag will stretch to fit a bigger bottle or thermos of a similar size.
YARN USED Weight: 60g of DK weight yarn Brand: Rainbow by Hobbii Quality: 8/8 cotton, 100% cotton Yardage required: Approx. 98 yds (90m)
TOOLS NEEDED Crochet hook size USA H-8 (metric 5mm) Scissors, darning needle and stitch marker
FINISHED SIZE Base diameter 4in (10cm), body height 7.25in (18.5cm) Strap width 0.75in (2cm), full strap length 35.25in (90cm)
Loopy Water Bottle Bag Crochet Pattern
What Is Being Made
The Loopy Water Bottle Bag is a crossbody crochet bag designed to carry water bottles and thermoses while keeping your hands free during outdoor activities like walks. This practical accessory features a long shoulder strap that sits comfortably across the body. The bag is sized to accommodate bottles measuring approximately 8.25 inches (21 centimeters) in height by 3 inches (7 centimeters) in width, though the fabric will stretch to fit larger bottles or thermoses of similar proportions.
Crochet Techniques and Construction
This pattern uses fundamental crochet techniques suitable for advanced beginner level crafters. The project is worked primarily in double crochet (dc) stitches, which create a fabric with good structure and drape. The gauge for this pattern is 4 rows per 5 centimeters in height and 7 stitches per 5 centimeters in width when worked in double crochet. The bag construction includes a body section and an attached long strap for crossbody wear, demonstrating basic shaping and joining techniques.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Loopy Water Bottle Bag requires 60 grams of DK weight yarn, approximately 98 yards (90 meters) total. The pattern was designed using Rainbow brand yarn by Hobbii, which is 100% cotton in an 8/8 quality. Cotton yarn is an excellent choice for this project because it creates a lightweight, soft fabric that is machine washable, making the finished bag practical for everyday use and easy to maintain.
Tools and Equipment Required
- Crochet hook: USA size H-8 (metric 5mm)
- Scissors for cutting yarn
- Darning needle for weaving in ends and seaming
- Stitch marker for tracking stitches and pattern rounds
Pattern Details
Designed by Gillian Docherty of Loopy Handmade, this pattern is a downloadable PDF resource perfect for crafters seeking a quick, practical project. The advanced beginner skill level makes it accessible to those with some crochet experience while still offering a satisfying finished project. The use of DK weight yarn and a medium-sized crochet hook (5mm) creates a fabric with good definition and durability suitable for a functional accessory that will be used regularly.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Loopy Handmade |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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