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3 VIVIAN TEE

13 TROPEA CARDIGAN

21 EDDA BAG
 Vivian Tee
Tee: /tiː/ T-shirt - casual wear for all ages.
A short-sleeved top, generally made of cotton, having the
shape of a T when spread out flat. First Known Use of t–
shirt 1920.

8 US 6 UK
X4/5
5 MM
 YOU WILL NEED
- 4 [4, 5, 5] skeins of The Pima Cotton from We Are Knitters (100 g)
BACK AND FRONT

- One pair of 5 mm / 8 US / 6 UK needles

3 [5, 5, 6] cm | 1 1/2 [2, 2, 2 1/2] in
- One sewing needle to finish and connect your pieces 7 [9, 9, 11]

These are the stitches and techniques you’ll need to complete x2

this project:

59 [59, 60, 60] cm | 23 1/2 [23 1/2, 24, 24] in

1. Cast on 6. Leave stitches on hold

2. 1x1 Rib stitch 7. Cast off stitches

136 [136, 140, 140]

3. Reverse stockinette 8. Pick up stitches
stitch
9. Join
4. Cast off (in the middle of
a row)* 10. Weave ends in

5. Change colors cutting

the yarn*

* These techniques are explained in the introduction.

44 [48, 52, 55] cm | 17 1/2 [19 1/2, 20 1/2, 22] in
80 [88, 94, 100]

Tutorials for many of these stitches and techniques can be found

on our website, make sure to watch them and practice.

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 GAUGE

Take time to save time! Spend 10 minutes Ultimately, knitting is an art, not a science
making your sample ahead of time, to and you aren’t a machine; so it’s normal to
prevent having to adjust your pattern after have a small variation of 1-3 cm in the end.
you’ve already begun, which can take hours
or days to change, especially if you have to You can find more information about creating
start over completely. a tension sample in our blog post “HOW TO
MEASURE A TENSION SAMPLE” that you
The tension sample is the tension will find on our web site weareknitters.com
recommended for your project. It is very
important to make a tension sample in
a 10x10 cm (4”x4”) area, where you can
count the number of rows and stitches that
KNIT THE GAUGE IN:
fit in order to ensure that your tension is
correct for the project. With this method,
your measurements will correspond with the REVERSE STOCKINETTE
specifications in the schematic.
10 X 10 cm

If your sample is smaller than recommended,

23 rows

4” x 4”
try to knit more loosely. If your sample is
5
larger than recommended, try to knit more 18 stitches
tightly.

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 INTRODUCTION
This project is knitted in three colors (A, B and C) in two off another stitch, knit 1 more stitch and pass the first
pieces which are then seamed together: back and front. stitch on the needle over the second one. Repeat these
steps to cast off the number of desired stitches. Once the
Color A = 2 [2, 3, 3] skeins stitches are cast off, 1 stitch will remain on the needle.
Color B = 1 [1, 1, 1] skein
Color C = 1 [1, 1, 1] skein When the pattern specifies to cast off 1 stitch, remember
to work 2 stitches.
This pattern is written for four sizes S [M, L, XL]. Follow
the instructions for the size you are making, keeping in Change colors cutting the yarn: This pattern requires
mind that the first number refers to size S, the second changing colors. When you finish the row with a color
to size M, the third to size L, and the fourth to size XL. you will no longer use, cut the strand leaving a tail to
When only one number is given it is the same for all finish, and start to knit with the other color.
sizes.

We recommend circling, or highlighting, the numbers in

the pattern that correspond to the size you are making
before beginning to make it easier to follow the pattern
instructions.

Before beginning it is important that you know how to do

the following techniques:

Cast off (in the middle of a row): To cast a stitch off

you have to work 2 stitches. This means: knit 2 stitches
and pass the first stitch over the second one. To cast

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FRONT AND BACK 4. Now we are going to shape the armhole. To do so,
work rows 89 to 110 [110, 114, 114] in reverse stockinette
Follow these instructions twice to make the back and stitch keeping in mind the following decreases and color
front. changes:

1. Cast on 80 [88, 94, 100] stitches with color A onto one SIZES S AND M
of the wooden needles.
Row 89: change to color B, cast off 4 stitches, knit the rest
2. Work rows 1 to 10 in 1 x 1 rib stitch with color A, this of the stitches. You will have a total of 76 [84] stitches.
means: knit 1, purl 1*. Repeat until the end of the row
and until you reach row 10. Row 90: cast off 4 stitches, knit the rest of the stitches.
You will have a total of 72 [80] stitches.
*ATTENTION! When, in the same row, you work a knit
stitch followed by a purl stitch (or vice versa), you have Row 91: cast off 3 stitches purl the rest of the stitches.
to change the position of your working yarn. Place the You will have a total of 69 [77] stitches.
working yarn in front of your work to make a purl stitch
and place the working yarn in back of your work to make Row 92: cast off 3 stitches, knit the rest of the stitches.
a knit stitch. You will have a total of 66 [74] stitches.

3. Work rows 11 to 88 in reverse stockinette stitch with Rows 93 and 95: cast off 2 stitches, purl the rest of the
color A, this means: stitches.

Odd rows: purl all stitches. Rows 94 and 96: cast off 2 stitches, knit the rest of the
stitches. At the end of row 96 you will have a total of 58
Even rows: knit all stitches. [66] stitches.

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Rows 97 and 99: cast off 1 stitch, purl the rest of the stitches. Rows 92 and 94: cast off 3 stitches, knit the rest of the
stitches. At the end of row 94 you will have a total of 74
Rows 98 and 100: cast off 1 stitch, knit the rest of the [80] stitches.
stitches. At the end of row 100 you will have a total of 54
[62] stitches. Row 93: cast off 3 stitches, knit the rest of the stitches.
You will have a total of 77 [83] stitches.
Row 101: purl all stitches.
Rows 95 and 97: cast off 2 stitches, purl the rest of the
Row 102: knit all stitches. stitches.

Row 103: change to color C and knit all stitches. Rows 96 and 98: cast off 2 stitches, knit the rest of the
stitches. At the end of row 98 you will have a total of 66
Rows 104 to 110: work all rows in reverse stockinette [72] stitches.
stitch.
Row 99: cast off 1 stitch, purl the rest of the stitches. You
SIZES L AND XL will have a total of 65 [71] stitches.

Row 89: cast off 4 stitches, purl the rest of the stitches. Row 100: cast off 1 stitch, knit the rest of the stitches.
You will have a total of 90 [96] stitches. You will have a total of 64 [70] stitches.

Row 90: cast off 4 stitches, knit the rest of the stitches. Rows 101, 103 and 105: purl all stitches.
You will have a total of 86 [92] stitches.
Rows 102, 104 and 106: knit all stitches.
Row 91: change to color B. Cast off 3 stitches, knit the
rest of the stitches. You will have a total of 83 [89] stitches. Row 107: change to color C and knit all stitches.

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Rows 108 to 114: work in reverse stockinette stitch. row 117 [117, 121, 121] you will have a total of 12 [14,
14, 16] stitches.
ALL SIZES
Rows 119 [119, 123, 123] and 121 [121, 125, 125]: cast
5. Now we are going to divide your work in two to shape off 2 stitches, purl the rest of the stitches. At the end of
the neck. To do so work rows 111 [111, 115, 115] to 136 row 121 [121, 125, 125] you will have a total of 8 [10, 10,
[136, 140, 140] in reverse stockinette stitch keeping in 12] stitches.
mind the following decreases:
Row 123 [123, 127, 127]: cast off 1 stitch, purl the rest of
Row 111 [111, 115, 115]: purl 21 [24, 24, 26], cast off 12 the stitches. You will have a total of 7 [9, 9, 11] stitches.
[14, 16, 18] stitches, purl 20 [23, 23, 25].
Row 125 [125, 129, 129] and all odd rows: purl all
Now your work is divided in two. Keep working the last stitches.
21 [24, 24, 26] stitches that you have knitted and leave
the other 21 [24, 24, 26] stitches on hold to be worked 6. Cast off the 7 [9, 9, 11] stitches, pick up the 21 [24,
later. 24, 26] stitches that you had on hold from the other side
of the neck. Work rows 112 [112, 116, 116] to 136 [136,
Row 112 [112, 116, 116] and all even rows: knit all 140, 140] in reverse stockinette keeping in mind the
stitches. following decreases:

Row 113 [113, 117, 117]: cast off 3 [4, 4, 4] stitches, purl Row 112 [112, 116, 116]: cast off 3 [4, 4, 4] stitches, knit
the rest of the stitches. You will have a total of 18 [20, 20, the rest of the stitches. You will have a total of 18 [20, 20,
22] stitches. 22] stitches

Rows 115 [115, 119, 119] and 117 [117, 121, 121]: cast Row 113 [113, 117, 117] and all odd rows: purl all stitches.
off 3 stitches, purl the rest of the stitches. At the end of

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Rows 114 [114, 118, 118] and 116 [116, 120, 120]: cast
off 3 stitches, knit the rest of the stitches. At the end of
row 116 [116, 120, 120] you will have a total of 12 [14,
14, 16] stitches.

Rows 118 [118, 122, 122] and 120 [120, 124, 124]: cast
off 2 stitches, knit the rest of the stitches. At the end of
row 120 [120, 124, 124] you will have a total of 8 [10, 10,
12] stitches.

Row 122 [122, 126, 126]: cast off 1 stitch, knit the rest of
the stitches. You will have a total of 7 [9, 9, 11] stitches.

Row 124 [124, 128, 128] and all even rows: knit all
stitches.

7. Cast off all stitches.

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 JOIN AND FINISH

Once you have finished knitting the tee you will have two 2. Using the wooden needles and with color C, pick up
pieces: the front and the back. 138 [142, 158, 162] stitches around the neck (69 [71,
79, 81] from the front and 69 [71, 79, 81] from the back).
Now we are going to shape the neck, to do so: With these stitches knit 1 row. Cast off all picked up
stitches.
1. Thread the tapestry needle with a strand of color C
and sew one of the straps. To do this, place the front and
back right side up, lining up the shoulder seams. Sew the
stitches by picking up one stitch from the back and one
from the front until you have sewn 7 [9, 9, 11] stitches.
Make a knot and put down your tapestry needle for now.

3. With the tapestry needle sew the other strap seam like
the first.

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Now we are going to shape the armholes. To do so: 9. To finish, make a knot and weave in the tail end of
yarn about 3 inches, cut off even with the fabric. Weave
4. With color C pick up 44 [44, 51, 51] stitches from the in any loose ends in the same way.
front, passing over the shoulder seam, and 44 [44, 51,
51] stitches from the back. You can find more details on how to do this on our blog
at www.weareknitters.com under the post “HOW TO
MAKE AN INVISIBLE SEAM” and “HOW TO PICK UP
STITCHES TO MAKE SLEEVES AND NECKS FOR
SWEATERS”.

5. With these stitches knit 1 row.

6. Cast off all stitches.

7. Repeat steps 4, 5, and 6 to finish the other armhole.

8. Next, sew side seams with a strand of color A with a

zigzag stitch.

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Tropea Cardigan
Cardigan: \’kär-di-gən\ A usually collarless knitted
sweater or jacket that opens down the front. Origin: This
name is from the 7th Earl of Cardigan (1797–1868), leader
of the Charge of the Light Brigade, whose troops are
thought to have first worn this type of garment during the
Crimean War.

X10/
13
5 MM
H-8 US
6 UK
 YOU WILL NEED
- 10 [13] skeins of The Pima Cotton from We Are Knitters (100g) BACK FRONT

- One 5 mm / H-8 US / 6 UK Hook X2

72 [72] cm | 28 1/2 [28 1/2] in

72 [72] cm | 28 1/2 [28 1/2] in

- One sewing needle to finish and connect your pieces

9 [9]

9 [9]
These are the stitches and techniques you’ll need to complete
this project:

1. Chains

2. Double crochet* 64 [80] cm | 25 1/2 [31 1/2] in 24 [32] cm | 9 1/2 [12 1/2] in
8 [10] 3 [4]

3. Slip stitch*

4. Work in the round SLEEVES GRANNIES

5. Change colors* X2

48 [40] cm | 19 [15 1/2] in

3

2
6. Work in the chain space*

6 [5]
1

7. Join

8. Weave in ends and finish

32 [40] cm | 12 1/2 [15 1/2] in
4 [5]
* These techniques are explained in the introduction.

Grannies Chain
Tutorials for many of these stitches and techniques can be found
on our website, make sure to watch them and practice. Slip stitch
Double crochet

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 GAUGE

Take time to save time! Spend 10 minutes Ultimately, knitting is an art, not a science
making your sample ahead of time, to and you aren’t a machine; so it’s normal to
prevent having to adjust your pattern after have a small variation of 1-3 cm in the end.
you’ve already begun, which can take hours
or days to change, especially if you have to You can find more information about creating
start over completely. a tension sample in our blog post “HOW TO
MEASURE A TENSION SAMPLE” that you
The tension sample is the tension will find on our web site weareknitters.com
recommended for your project. It is very
important to make a tension sample in
a 10x10 cm (4”x4”) area, where you can
count the number of rows and stitches that
CROCHET THE GAUGE IN:
fit in order to ensure that your tension is
correct for the project. With this method,
your measurements will correspond with the GRANNY SQUARE
specifications in the schematic.
3 in

If your sample is smaller than recommended,

8 cm
3 in
try to knit more loosely. If your sample is
larger than recommended, try to knit more 8 cm

tightly.

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 INTRODUCTION
This project is worked in three colors (A, B and C) and We recommend circling, or highlighting, the numbers in
in 174 [212] squares (or granny squares) which are then the pattern that correspond to the size you are making
seamed together to form the cardigan: back, fronts and before beginning to make it easier to follow the pattern
sleeves. instructions.

Color A: 5 [6] skeins Before beginning it is important that you know how to do
Color B: 3 [4] skeins the following techniques:
Color C: 2 [3] skeins
The stitches in crochet are built from the top. That’s why
Each granny square is worked in the round, this means when beginning a row, you always have to make the number
that at the end of the round you do not turn your work, of chains necessary to reach the height of the stitch you will
but rather make a slip stitch into the turning chain to join work. These chains substitute the first stitch of the row.
the last and first stitch and continue working on the right
side. When you begin a round you will have to make Double crochet: yarn over and insert the crochet hook
the number of chains necessary to reach the height of into the stitch of the previous row as indicated in the
the stitch you will work. These chains substitute the first pattern. Yarn over again and draw yarn through chain
stitch of the round. and up onto working area of the crochet hook, you now
have three loops on the hook. Yarn over and draw yarn
This pattern is written for two sizes S-M [L-XL]. Follow through the first two loops on the hook. Yarn over and
the instructions for the size you are making, keeping draw yarn through the remaining loops on the hook. To
in mind that the first number refers to size S-M and the start a row in double crochet you need to chain 3.
second to size L-XL. When only one number is given it is
the same for all sizes. Slip stitch: insert the crochet hook into the stitch
indicated in the pattern, yarn over, draw yarn through the
stitch and the loop on the hook.

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Change colors: to change colors pull up the new color
through the loop of the first color on the hook. Pull the
strand of the first color snugly to hide it, so that you only
see the loop of the new color. Make sure to leave a yarn
tail long enough to weave in later.

Work into chain space: chain spaces are formed by

one or more chains on a row. To work into a chain space,
formed by chains from the previous row, insert your hook
into the space below the stitches.

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Follow these instructions 174 [212] times to make the Round 3: change to color A, chain 3, work 2 double
number of granny squares needed; 72 [90] will be for the crochets in the first chain space. *Chain 1. In the next
back, 27 [36] for each front and 24 [25] for each sleeve. chain space work 3 double crochets, chain 3, 3 double
crochets. Chain 1, work 3 double crochets in the chain
1. Chain 5 with color C with your WAK crochet hook and space*. Repeat from * to * 2 more times. Chain 1, in
close them in a circle by joining the last chain to the first the last chain space work 3 double crochets, chain 3, 3
with a slip stitch. double crochet, chain 1. Close the round with 1 slip stitch
in the last turning chain.
*Attention! Before joining the stitches to form a circle,
make sure that the chain is not twisted. 3. Once you have finished crocheting 3 rows, cut the
yarn leaving a 4 inch (10 cm) tail and pull the yarn out
2. Work rounds 1 to 3 in the round as follows: through the last stitch

Round 1: continue with color C, chain 3, work 2 double

crochets into the circle formed by the chains, chain 3.
*Work 3 double crochets into the circle, chain 3*. Repeat
from * to * 2 more times. Close the round with 1 slip
stitch in the last turning chain.

Round 2: change to color B, chain 4. *In the chain space

of the previous round work 3 double crochets, chain 3,
3 double crochets, chain 1*. Repeat from * to * 2 more
times. In the last chain space work 3 double crochets,
chain 3, 2 double crochets. Close the round with 1 slip
stitch in the third turning chain.

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 JOIN AND FINISH

Once you have finished crocheting you will have 174 2. Separate 27 [36] granny squares for one front.
[212] granny squares. Join them in the same way as for the back to make a
rectangle of 3 [4] columns and 9 [9] rows. Repeat this
1. Separate 72 [90] granny squares for the back. Lay the step to make the other front.
granny squares flat with the right side up to sew them
together. Join them with slip stitches using color A, as 3. Separate 24 [25] granny squares for one sleeve.
indicated in the diagram, to make a rectangle of 8 [10] Join them in the same way as for the back and fronts
columns and 9 [9] rows. to create a rectangle of 4 [5] columns and 6 [5] rows.
Repeat this step to make the other sleeve.

4. Once you have made all of the pieces we are going to

sew the shoulder seams. To do this, place the front and
back right side up lining up the shoulder seams. Thread
the tapestry needle with a strand of color A, and sew the
stitches by picking up one stitch from the back and one
from the front. Make a knot. Repeat the same steps for
the other shoulder.

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5. Sew the sleeve to the body of cardigan, lining up
center of sleeve with shoulder seam. Repeat for the
second sleeve.

6. Next, sew side seams and sleeve seams with the

tapestry needle.

7. To finish, make a knot and weave in the tail end of

yarn about 3 inches, cut off even with the fabric. Weave
in any loose ends in the same way.

You can find more details on how to do this on our

blog at www.weareknitters.com under the post “HOW
TO SEAM CROCHET PIECES TOGETHER WITH A
TAPESTRY NEEDLE”.

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 Edda Bag
Bag: (băg) n.
A container of flexible material, such
as paper, plastic, or leather, that is
used for carrying or storing items.

5 MM
6 UK
H-8 US
X2

X @paulastrickt
 YOU WILL NEED
- 2 skeins of The Pima Cotton from We Are Knitters (100g)

- One 5 mm / H-8 US / 6 UK hook

- One sewing needle to finish and connect your pieces

These are the stitches and techniques you’ll need to complete

this project:

1. Chains

2. Single crochet*

3. Work into chain space*

4. Skip stitches*

5. Work in spiral*

6. Decrease*

7. Weave ends in and finish

* These techniques are explained in the introduction.

Tutorials for many of these stitches and techniques can be found

on our website, make sure to watch them and practice.

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 GAUGE

Take time to save time! Spend 10 minutes Ultimately, knitting is an art, not a science
making your sample ahead of time, to and you aren’t a machine; so it’s normal to
prevent having to adjust your pattern after have a small variation of 1-3 cm in the end.
you’ve already begun, which can take hours
or days to change, especially if you have to You can find more information about creating
start over completely. a tension sample in our blog post “HOW TO
MEASURE A TENSION SAMPLE” that you
The tension sample is the tension will find on our web site weareknitters.com
recommended for your project. It is very
important to make a tension sample in
a 10x10 cm (4”x4”) area, where you can
count the number of rows and stitches that
CROCHET THE GAUGE IN:
fit in order to ensure that your tension is
correct for the project. With this method,
your measurements will correspond with the LACE STITCH
specifications in the schematic.
10 X 10 cm

If your sample is smaller than recommended,

4” x 4”
5

8 rows
try to knit more loosely. If your sample is
larger than recommended, try to knit more 4 arcs
tightly.

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 INTRODUCTION

This project is crocheted in one piece widthwise. Once Skip stitches: to skip a stitch do not work into the stitch
finished a border and handles are added worked in of the previous row.
spiral.
Work in spiral: to work in spiral do not turn your work.
Before beginning it is important that you know how to do When you finish a row continue working in the same
the following techniques: direction into the first stitch of the previous row.

Single crochet: insert the crochet hook into the stitch of Decrease in single crochet: to decrease you have to
the previous row as indicated in the pattern, yarn over. close 2 stitches together as if they were one, this means:
Draw yarn through chain and up onto the working area of insert the hook into the first stitch, yarn over and draw
the crochet hook. You now have two loops on the hook. yarn through. You will have two loops on the hook. Insert
Again, yarn over and draw yarn through both loops on your hook into the next stitch, yarn over and draw yarn
the crochet hook. To start a row in single crochet you through. You will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over
need to chain 1. and draw yarn through the remaining loops on the hook.

Work into the chain space: chain spaces are formed by

one or more chains on a row. To work into a chain space,
formed by chains from the previous row, insert your hook
into the space below the stitches.

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1. Chain 116 chains with your WAK crochet hook. 3. Row 1

2. Work rows 1 to 35 in lace stitch as follows:

Row 1: work 1 single crochet into the 8th chain from your
hook. *Chain 5, skip 3 chains, work 1 single crochet into
the next chain*. Repeat from * to * until the end of the
row. Turn your work.
Rows 2 to 34: *chain 5, work 1 single crochet into the
chain space*. Repeat from * to * until the end of the row.
Turn your work.

Row 35: *chain 4, work 1 single crochet into the chain

space*. Repeat from * to * until the end of the row.

3. Now we are going to work the border of the bag. To

do so, turn your work 90º, so that the left side is now on
top. Without cutting the yarn, continue crocheting in this
direction for rows 1 to 6, as follows:

Row 1: work 1 single crochet into the chain space.

You will have a total of 17 stitches. The border will be
gathered to form the shape of the bag.

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Rows 2 to 6: turn your work, work the 17 stitches in 5. Now we will finish shaping the bag by crocheting the
single crochet*. other two sides and the handles. To do so work in single
crochet in spiral as follows:
*Attention! At the beginning of a row in single crochet
stitch you have to chain 1. This chain counts as the first Round 1: *work 5 single crochets (1 in each of the rows
single crochet stitch in the row. of the border that you just crocheted), 2 single crochets
in each chain space, 5 single crochets along the side of
4. Cut the yarn and repeat step 3 on the other side of the the other border. You will have 66 stitches on this side.
bag. When you finish this side do not cut the yarn, you Chain 60*. Skip the 17 stitches on the top, repeat from *
will continue working with the same yarn. to * on the other side of the bag. We recommend placing
a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round to know
where the round begins.

Round 2: skip the 17 border stitches, work 21 stitches

in single crochet, beginning with the first stitch of the
previous. *Work 12 decreases, work 21 stitches in single
crochet, work 60 single crochets into the chain space*.
Work 21 stitches in single crochet and repeat from * to *.

Rounds 3 to 6: work 1 single crochet into each single

crochet, beginning directly above the first stitch of the
previous round.

6. Once you have finished crocheting the 6 rounds, cut

the yarn leaving a 3 inch (15 cm) tail and pull the yarn
out through the last stitch.

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 JOIN AND FINISH

Once you have finished knitting the bag it will look like
the image in the diagram.

To finish, make a knot and weave in the tail end of yarn

about 3 inches, cut off even with the fabric. Weave in any
loose ends in the same way.

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