This pattern was originally published as Fiber Rhythm Craft & Design’s contribution to the 2017 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 2 – 5, 2017 in Portland, Oregon.

Each shop’s pattern(s) will be available free with purchase at that shop during the Rose City Yarn Crawl.

All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2017 Collection: Portland Pastimes 2017 Rose City Yarn Crawl Pattern Collection.

One skein of Mountain Colors River Twist is enough to crochet this cute book bag. The extended moss stitch creates a cushiony fabric. Perfectly sized for small books, this bag will come in handy when browsing (and buying) the Best Sellers at one of Portland’s fabulous book stores!

Yarn
Mountain Colors River Twist, 100% Merino, 100 gm/240 yds. Project uses up the entire skein. Sample knit in Lone Pine colorway.

Finished Measurements
9” wide, 6” tall, 1-1/2” deep

Gauge
15.5 st = 4”/10 cm in single crochet. This pattern not overly dependent on gauge.

Needles and/or Hooks
Size J (6 mm), size I (5.5 mm) and size G (4 mm) crochet hooks

Notions
Stitch markers (3)
Tapestry needle
Optional: Pins, Plastic piece 9” x 1-1/4” for bag bottom, Button

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner

For errata please visit the Fiber Rhythm website errata page for the pattern here