Interweave SKU: EP0799

Hook up a tote for the changing season! This messenger-style bag was inspired by the colors of autumn and features large leaf motifs and an acorn closure. Worked in two yarns, the bag has all the rich texture of a forest floor. (Interweave)

Finished Size: About 15” long and 10” high, excluding strap.

Yarn:

Colinette Skye (100% wool; 150 yd (138 m)/3½ oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #110 autumn leaves (A), 1 skein.

Colinette Mohair (78% mohair, 13% wool, 9% nylon; 191 yd (175 m)/3½ oz (100 g); CYCA #4 medium): #112 velvet gold (B), #124 celadon, (C) #113 velvet leaf (D), 1 skein each. Yarns distributed by Unique Kolours.

Yarn weight: #4 - Medium

Gauge: 12 sc and 14 rows = 4” in stripe sequence.

Needles: Hooks: Size J/10 (6 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Tapestry needle; safety pins; one 1” wood ball.

Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Fall 2006