Treasures Launder Bag

Treasures Launder Bag by Becky Dirlam

Project Overview

The Treasures Launder Bag is a beginner-friendly crochet project designed to protect delicate handmade crochet and knit items during the laundering process. This practical mesh bag allows water and detergent to flow freely while keeping your precious projects safely contained, making it an essential accessory for anyone who regularly hand-washes their finished pieces.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a drawstring laundry bag with approximate finished dimensions of 12 inches wide by 14 inches tall. The bag features an open mesh construction that permits thorough cleaning while protecting garments from tangling or damage. The design includes two separate drawstrings that can be pulled tight to secure the contents during washing and drying.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Treasures Launder Bag employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners. The construction method uses a foundation loop technique, where treble crochet stitches are worked into chain spaces to create the open, airy mesh structure characteristic of a laundry bag. The drawstring components are created as simple chain stitch lengths that are worked separately and then incorporated into the finished bag.

Stitches Used

• Chain (Ch) – Used to create the foundation loops and the drawstring cords
• Single Crochet (sc) – Provides structure and finishing details
• Treble Crochet (tr) – Forms the primary mesh openings and creates the bag's open construction

Materials and Tools

This pattern is designed to work with lightweight cotton yarn, specifically calling for Aunt Lydia's Baker's Cotton, which provides approximately 150 yards per ball. The yarn weight recommendations include 3-ply, 4-ply, lace, sport, and thread weights, offering flexibility in material selection. A 5.0mm crochet hook (US size 8 or H) is required for construction. Additional supplies include a stitch marker (or safety pin as an alternative), scissors, tape measure, and a needle for weaving in ends.

Pattern Details

The pattern begins with the creation of two separate drawstrings, each consisting of 108 chain stitches that are set aside for later use. The bag body is constructed using a foundation loop method: beginning with a chain of 4 stitches, a treble crochet is worked into the 4th chain from the hook to establish the initial loop. The pattern then continues by chaining 3 stitches and working treble crochet stitches into the joints of previous loop tops, repeating this sequence until 10 loops are created in total. This construction method produces the bag's characteristic open mesh while allowing crafters to adjust dimensions as needed before completing the project.

Skill Level

Rated as a beginner project, the Treasures Launder Bag requires only basic crochet knowledge and familiarity with fundamental stitches. The straightforward stitch sequence and simple shaping make this an ideal project for those new to crochet or for experienced crafters seeking a quick, practical make.