MATERIALS:
J. & P. COATS KNIT-CRO-SHEEN, 3 balls of White or Ecru, or 4 balls of any color.
Steel crochet hook No. 3.
Starting at short end, ch 138 (17 sts to 2 inches) to measure 17 inches long. 1st row: Dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across until there are 136 dc, counting turning ch as 1 dc. Ch 1, turn. 2nd row: Sc in 1st 2 dc, * ch 10, skip 4 dc, sc in next 4 dc. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 10, skip 4 dc, sc in last 2 dc. Ch 1, turn. 3rd row: Sc in 1st 2 sc, * ch 5, 2 sc in next loop, ch 5, skip 1 sc, sc in next 2 sc. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 5, sc in last 2 sc. Ch 3, turn. 4th row: Dc in next sc, ch 5, * sc in next loop, sc in next 2 sc, sc in next loop, ch 10. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 5, dc in last 2 sc. Ch 1, turn. 5th row: Sc in next 2 dc, * ch 5, skip 1 sc, sc in next 2 sc, ch 5, 2 sc in next loop. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 5, sc in last 2 dc. Ch 3, turn. 6th row: Dc in next sc, ch 10, skip next ch 5 and sc group, * sc in next loop, sc in next 2 sc, sc in next loop, ch 10. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 10, dc in last 2 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Repeat 3rd to 6th rows incl for 44 inches, ending with the 5th row of pattern. Ch 1, turn. Next row: Sc in next 2 sc, ch 4, skip ch 5 and 2 sc, * sc in next loop, sc in next 2 sc, sc in next loop, ch 4. Repeat from * across. Ch 3, turn. Following row: Dc in each st across. Fasten off. Fold piece in half and sew up sides.
HANDLES ... Cut 37 strands each 3 yards long. Twist tightly, then double the twisted strands and give them a 2nd twist in the opposite direction. Knot loose ends. Make another knot 5 inches away from end knot. Make 3rd knot close to 2nd knot. Make 4th knot 5 inches away from 3rd knot. Cut cord between 2nd and 3rd knots. Fasten cut ends on wrong sides of knots and sew handles to top of bag.
Jabot Pattern
Collar Pattern
Pot Holder Trio Pattern
Sugar and Cream Potholders Pattern
Hot Plate Mats Pattern
Jiffy Luncheon Set Pattern
Loop Trimmed Scuffs Pattern
Junior Foot Cozies Pattern
Butterflies Pattern
Daisy Pattern
Carnation Pattern
Poppy Pattern
Lapel Flower Pattern
Flowerettes Earrings Pattern
Bells Earrings Pattern
Round Compact Cover Pattern
Square Compact Cover Pattern
Leaf Sachet Pattern
Square Sachet Pattern
Hanky Case Pattern
Carry All Pattern
Soft Handbag Pattern
Round Shopping Bag Pattern
Long Shopping Bag Pattern
Curtain Pulls Pattern
Buttons Pattern
Sewing Kit Pattern
Small Pincushion Pattern
Large Pincushion Pattern
Twin Beanies Pattern
Baby Bib Pattern
Child's Dress Pattern
Doll's Dress Pattern
Jiffy Ann Doll Pattern
Bean Bag Pattern
Glass Jackets Pattern
Pineapple Basket Pattern
Coat Hangers Pattern
Betsy Ross Flag Pattern
String Gloves Pattern
Knitting Bag Pattern