Huntington Carryall

Huntington Carryall by Two of Wands

Project Overview

The Huntington Carryall is an intermediate-level crochet bag designed by Two of Wands. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a spacious, structured carryall suitable for everyday use. The finished bag measures 18 inches wide by 15 inches tall, with 10-inch handles positioned 5.5 inches apart, making it a practical accessory for carrying essentials.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a functional crochet carryall bag featuring a rectangular body with two handles. The design incorporates color blocking through the use of a main color and a contrasting color, allowing crafters to customize the aesthetic of their finished piece. The bag structure is designed to hold its shape and provide adequate storage capacity for daily items.

Crochet Techniques and Construction Method

The Huntington Carryall is constructed using spiral rounds, a technique where the crocheter works continuously in the round without joining at the end of each round. This method creates a seamless, tubular construction ideal for bag bodies. A removable stitch marker is used throughout the project to track the beginning of each round, ensuring consistent stitch placement and even fabric development.

Stitches Used

• Single crochet (sc) – The primary stitch used to construct the bag body, worked in the round to create a dense, durable fabric
• Chain (ch) – Used for foundation and structural elements
• Slip stitch (sl st) – Used for joining and finishing techniques
• Slip stitch through the back loop only (sl st tbl) – A variation that creates specific textural or structural effects

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Huntington Carryall pattern calls for bulky weight yarn (category 5), which creates a quick-to-complete project with substantial drape and structure. The recommended yarn is Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me, with 3 skeins in Fatigues for the main color (approximately 411 yards/375 meters) and 1 skein in Arrowwood for the contrast color (approximately 137 yards/125 meters). Crafters may substitute other bulky weight yarns of similar yardage and weight specifications.

Tools and Gauge

The pattern requires a US K/10.5 (6.5mm) crochet hook, appropriately sized for bulky weight yarn. The gauge is established at 12 stitches plus 14 rows equaling 4 inches (10 centimeters) when working single crochet in the round. Achieving proper gauge is essential for the finished bag to meet the specified dimensions. Additional tools include a removable stitch marker for round tracking and a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends.

Difficulty Level and Pattern Format

Rated as an intermediate project, the Huntington Carryall is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills in basic stitches and circular construction. The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF and is written in standard US crochet terminology. All abbreviations and techniques are clearly defined within the pattern documentation, making it accessible to crafters building their skill set beyond beginner level.