Product Description
This bucket tote can be worn as a casual shoulder purse or cross-body, adding a gypsy look to the outfit. Perfect as a market and shopping bag. During the summertime, it will perfectly fulfill the role of a beach bag, because it will fit larger things like a towel, flip-flops, and books.
Pattern contains written instructions in English, photos, and chart.
Finished measurements:
length: 37 cm/14.5” base + body,
width: 30 cm/12” above the base edge,
38 cm/15” on top,
handle: 82 cm/32”,
Materials:
Cotton cord 5 mm or super bulky yarn (cat. 6): 150 m/164 yards (100 m ~ 500 g),
Crochet hook 12 mm/US P-16,
Crochet hook e.g. 6 mm/US J for weaving ends,
Stitch marker, scissors, sewing needle, and thread to sew cord ends
The Hobo Sack Crochet Bag by Woolfans
What is Being Made
The Hobo Sack is a spacious, structured crochet bag designed as a beginner-friendly project. This downloadable crochet pattern creates a functional tote-style bag with a circular base and cylindrical body, finished with a long handle suitable for carrying over the shoulder. The completed bag measures approximately 37 cm (14.5 inches) in length at the base plus body, with a width of 30 cm (12 inches) above the base edge expanding to 38 cm (15 inches) at the top opening. The handle extends 82 cm (32 inches) in length, while the circular base alone measures 19 cm (7.5 inches) in diameter.
Crochet Techniques Used
This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginners. The bag is constructed in a continuous spiral from the bottom upward, working without joining rounds, which simplifies the construction process and creates seamless transitions between rows. The pattern utilizes increases to shape the base and body of the bag, allowing the width to expand from the narrow base to the wider opening at the top. Weaving in ends is accomplished using a smaller crochet hook, and the cord ends are sewn together with needle and thread for a finished appearance.
Stitches Used
- Double crochet (dc) – the primary stitch forming the main fabric of the bag
- Single crochet (sc) – used in specific sections and for increases
- Chain stitch (ch) – used for foundation and structural elements
- Slip stitch (sl st) – employed for joining and finishing details
- Increases – created by working 2 single crochet stitches into one stitch to expand the bag's width
Materials and Tools
The Hobo Sack pattern calls for super chunky weight yarn or cord materials. Recommended fiber options include cotton cord measuring 5 mm in diameter (preferably braided with a polyester core), super bulky yarn, t-shirt yarn, or tape yarn classified as category 6. The total yardage required is 150 meters or 164 yards, with approximately 100 meters equaling 450 grams or 109 yards equaling 1 pound 6 ounces. A 12 mm crochet hook (US size P-16) serves as the primary tool for constructing the bag, while a smaller 6 mm hook (US size J) is used for the finishing task of weaving in ends. Additional materials include a stitch marker for tracking rounds, scissors, a sewing needle, and thread to secure the cord ends together.
Gauge and Construction Notes
The pattern specifies a gauge of 6 stitches by 3 rows over 10 centimeters (4 inches) when working double crochet stitch. This gauge measurement is essential for achieving the finished dimensions of the bag. The spiral construction method eliminates the need for joining rounds, streamlining the building process and creating a continuous fabric. The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and detailed instructions to guide crafters through each step, making it accessible for those new to crochet projects.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Super Chunky |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Woolfans |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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