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Not only is the Seaside Satchel the perfect size for carrying your favorite book, it’s also sturdy enough to throw in a few extra goodies! Crocheted in four separate pieces that are seamed together, this understated bag uses metal hardware to attach the strap and finishes off with a simple button closure. The cotton/nylon blend yarn gives the stitches crisp definition while helping the bag keep its shape.

Difficulty Easy

Yarn Weight 5

Finished Size 12” wide, 12” tall, and 4” deep.

Yarn Bernat Maker Home Dec (72% cotton, 28% nylon; 317 yd 290 m/ 8 ¾ oz 250 g): #11006 Steel Blue, 3 balls. Yarn distributed by Yarnspirations.

Hook Size K/101/2 (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Stitch markers (m); 1 ½“ rectangle rings, 2; 1” button (optional); yarn needle.

Gauge 15 sts and 24 rows = 4” in panel patt.

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NOTES

• This tote is constructed in four separate pieces—a front and back panel, a side panel, and a strap. The side panel is worked out from the foundation chain in both directions.

• When working in the indicated row below, be sure to pull then stitch up to the height of the current row.

• Block each piece in order to ensure a good fit. The side panels and strap can be blocked as one piece prior to working the final row of the strap.