About the Book
Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags is a stylish collection of 25 simple projects for every occasion. Crochet your way from clutch to tote, making a variety of beautiful bags in between, with the latest title in the Weekend Makes series. Crochet has been brought bags up-to-date and now fills Instagram and Pinterest not to mention catwalks and high-end fashion houses with modern masterpieces. Grab your crochet hook and yarn and join the trend by creating a carrier for every outing. Whether you're a newcomer to this craft or have been hooked for a while, you'll find a project to kickstart your creativity and learn the skills required to make it. With detailed techniques, tools and materials sections, this book provides everything you need to know to get started. Each project guides you step by step with easy-to-follow instructions and close-up photos of each stage. Whether you need to carry keys, groceries or a picnic, or add the finishing touch to an outfit, there are 25 easy projects to make, from essential everyday bags, such as the tote, shopper and backpack, to more exciting, elaborate shapes, such as the Japanese knot, circle raffia and drawstring bag. As well as learning the basic stitches and how to shape these styles, you'll expand your knowledge to create different patterns and textures, including leopard print, geometric and honeycomb designs, and work with different colours and types of yarn. Projects include: leopard-print clutch, circle raffia bag, honeycomb messenger bag, ombre shopping bag, Japanese knot bag, beach bag, eco shopper bag, tweed shoulder bag, textured tote bag, crossbody drawstring bag. AUTHOR: Guild of Master Craftsman (GMC) Publications publishes books which are valued by professional craftsmen and women and enjoyed by keen amateurs alike. Our diverse range of titles covers woodworking, DIY, gardening and all manner of craft subjects, from knitting and sewing to jewellery-making, doll's house, upholstery, paper crafts and more. Our authors are experts in their fields and we take care to produce books that are hardworking and practical, as well as beautiful to look at. From guides and how-to books for beginners to technique-packed, project-based titles, we have something for everyone - no matter what your skill or hobby. SELLING POINTS: . Clear, illustrated step-by-step instructions and detailed notes and tips . 25 easy crocheted bag projects . Beginner-friendly through to more advanced patterns . Projects include: eco shopper bag, leopard-print clutch, picnic bag, backpack, slouchy shoulder bag, crossbody drawstring bag, ombre shopping bag, textured tote. . A trending, Instagram-driven craft (31.9 million posts currently using #crochet) 60 photographs, 50 illustrations
Table of Contents:
Leopard-print clutch
Bobble box tote bag
Circle raffia bag
Tweed shoulder bag
Japanese knot bag
Patchwork roll bag
Textured tote bag
Ombre shopping bag
Dash/dot pattern work bag
Honeycomb texture messenger bag
Shoulder bag with tassels
Applique circles tote bag
Crossbody phone wallet
Crossbody drawstring bag
Slouchy shoulder bag
Mini pouch (drawstring bag)
Makers project bag (drawstring bag for beginners)
Geometric raffia clutch
Zippered pouch
Striped bag
Rainbow clutch
Picnic basket
Backpack
Beach bag
Eco shopper bag
About the Author :
Guild of Master Craftsman (GMC) Publications publishes books which are valued by professional craftsmen and women and enjoyed by keen amateurs alike. Our diverse range of titles covers woodworking, DIY, gardening and all manner of craft subjects, from knitting and sewing to jewellery-making, doll's house, upholstery, paper crafts and more. Our authors are experts in their fields and we take care to produce books that are hardworking and practical, as well as beautiful to look at. From guides and how-to books for beginners to technique-packed, project-based titles, we have something for everyone - no matter what your skill or hobby.
Review :
Each project is quick and easy and can be completed over just one weekend. If you’re new to crochet, there’s an overview of the essential techniques and stitches, including shaping, adding texture effects and basic colourwork. There are patterns suitable for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, and each pattern includes tips for customising the design. Favourite bags include the Bobble Box Tote, Leopard Print Pouch and Raffia Clutch.
the perfect book to get your crocheted bag collection flourishing... All of the Weekend Makes series is tailored for novices and experienced crafters alike, and have a mixture of practical and glamourous styles. Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags is the only book you will need to become a crochet bag making master.
I personally love the Patchwork Bag designed by Amy Parker. I love how the instructions are simple and easy to follow and the wide-range of crocheted bags included. There really is a project bag for everyone’s tastes, whether you need something for small items, a mesh shopper for the market, or a large tote to take with you on the go.
Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags will be an enduringly popular and prized addition to personal, professional, and community library needlecraft instructional reference collections.
