Product Description
Are you avid cocheter AND knitter? If yes, this net bag pattern is for you! It combines crochet stitches for base and strap and knit stitches for the body of bag. Definitely you won't be bored during work on it. Plus the finished bag will be more interesting and eye catching! This mesh bag is perfect as a market bag, shopper bag and beach bag. It stretches a lot and will hold all your summer essentials.
Pattern contains written instructions in English, photos and crochet chart for base.
Finished measurements:
length: 38 cm/15” base + body,
width: 37 cm/14.5”
handle: 48 cm/19”
base alone measure 19 cm/7.5” in diameter
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 8 mm/US L-11,
Crochet hook e.g. 6 mm/J-10 for weaving ends,
Circular knitting needles 12 mm/US 17 at least 80 cm/31.5” long,
Stitch marker, scissors, sewing needle and thread to sew cord ends.
Net Bag by Woolfans
Project Overview
The Net Bag is an intermediate-level accessory project that combines both knitting and crochet techniques to create a practical, open-weave carryall. This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Woolfans provides instructions for constructing a spacious net bag with a finished base diameter of approximately 19 cm (7.5 inches) and overall dimensions of 38 cm (15 inches) in length and 37 cm (14.5 inches) in width, complete with a 48 cm (19 inch) handle.
Materials and Tools Required
This project uses super chunky weight materials, making it quick to work up despite its size. The primary yarn options include:
- Cotton cord at 5 mm diameter, preferably braided with a polyester core
- Super bulky yarn
- T-shirt yarn
- Tape yarn (category 6)
Total yardage required is approximately 150 meters (164 yards), with 100 meters equating to roughly 450 grams or 16 ounces.
The project requires multiple crochet hooks and knitting needles in varying sizes to accommodate different sections:
- 12 mm (US P-16) crochet hook for primary construction
- 8 mm (US L-11) crochet hook for secondary shaping
- 6 mm (US J-10) crochet hook for weaving in ends
- 12 mm (US 17) circular knitting needles, minimum 80 cm (31.5 inches) long for handle construction
Additional supplies include a stitch marker, scissors, sewing needle, and thread for securing cord ends.
Construction Techniques
The Net Bag employs a hybrid approach utilizing both crochet and knitting methods. The pattern uses fundamental crochet stitches including single crochet and slip stitch, along with chain stitches for creating the open-weave structure characteristic of a net bag. Knitting elements are incorporated through the handle, which is worked on circular needles using basic knit stitches and shaping techniques such as knit 2 together decreases and yarn over increases.
The construction begins with a crocheted base and body section worked in the round, progressing upward to create the bag's open-mesh form. The handle is then knitted separately using the circular needles, allowing for a structured yet flexible carrying element. The pattern includes abbreviations and instructions for working through back loop and through front loop variations, providing texture and shaping options throughout the construction process.
Skill Level and Gauge
Rated as an intermediate project, the Net Bag requires familiarity with both crochet and knitting fundamentals. The pattern notes that gauge is not crucial for this particular project, making it more forgiving for crafters still developing consistency in their tension. This flexibility in gauge requirements makes the pattern accessible to a wider range of skill levels within the intermediate category.
Finished Dimensions
The completed Net Bag measures approximately 38 cm (15 inches) in length for the base and body, with a width of 37 cm (14.5 inches). The circular base alone spans 19 cm (7.5 inches) in diameter, while the handle extends 48 cm (19 inches), providing comfortable carrying options for various hand sizes and shoulder carrying preferences.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Super Chunky |
| Pages: | 7 |
| Designer: | Woolfans |
| Craft: | Crochet, Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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