Japanese Knot Bag

Crochet Pattern for a beautiful Japanese Knot Bag in a Crocodile / Dragon Stitch. Pattern includes written instructions and reference photos.

Skill level is intermediate as the shell / crocodile stitch can seem a little tricky to begin with, but it is fairly straightforward once you get started.

Materials : Cotton Yarn: Cream: ~[Recommended yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (50g, 125m/137 yrds, 100% cotton), 4 balls of Banana Cream (421)]~; Crochet Hook Size 4mm (US F/5); Stitch Marker (optional); Yarn Needle;

Approximate finished measurement with 4mm hook: 18 shells per round x 12 rows of shells 20x28cm without straps long strap (folded) 20cm short strap (folded) 11 cm

Stitches Used: This pattern is written in US terms: back loop only, chain, double crochet, half double crochet, half double crochet increase, single crochet decrease, slip stitch;

I very much hope you enjoy making it as much as I did designing it! Best wishes