Market Bag

One of the mothers I always meet at the schoolyard of the school my daughters attend, knows my favorite hobby is crochet and asked if I could learn her to crochet, too. She also knew someone else who wanted to learn to crochet. I told her I would look around for more fans, so I could learn them all at once and wouldn't have to reserve my beloved day off for a couple of weeks to teach crochet. 

I didn't think there would be much eagerness among friends, family, colleagues and schoolyard mothers, but now I've ended up with ten applicants and have to part the group into two smaller ones. 

I chose two simple patterns to choose from and am busy now to make them as an example for the workshops, that will be in three weeks. I already finished the market bag beneath. The pattern I found here.


Comments

  1. Gentle JoyMay 13, 2017 at 4:42 PM

    Great bag... handy too. :)

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  2. Cucicucicoo: Eco Crafting & SewingMay 14, 2017 at 12:35 PM

    Very nice bag! :) Lisa

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  3. Gardening HelenMay 14, 2017 at 8:22 PM

    Thanks for sharing on the Pleasures of the NW's DIY Party!

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  4. Carol @Comfort Spring StationMay 14, 2017 at 10:51 PM

    I know the ladies will enjoy crocheting - lovely bag too. #DIY Party

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  5. Sum of their StoriesMay 15, 2017 at 8:17 PM

    How exciting, have fun. I taught an ex colleague to crochet a few years ago and feel so proud when she shares hers makes on facebook. Those bags are so useful, a great project to inspire them. Thanks for sharing with us at Handmade Monday.

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  6. ZauberflinkMay 16, 2017 at 12:16 PM

    I made a bag just like this at school many, many years ago and did use it a lot :-) How lovely you are holding workshops! Enjoy!

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  7. MelissaMay 17, 2017 at 4:51 PM

    What a great bag! Thinking I might have to make a few of those for Christmas presents this year. :)

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  8. Atelier Marie-LucienneMay 18, 2017 at 7:15 AM

    Thank you for sharing. I've always wanted to make one - now I finally will!

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  9. A Crafty MixMay 19, 2017 at 5:53 PM

    I can't wait Liz, crochet is something I've always wanted to try do. Thanks so much

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  10. ShaniaMay 23, 2017 at 5:56 PM

    I love love love this, are you by any chance selling these? I'd be happy to buy from you, let me know: fashionxshania@gmail.com

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  11. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 24, 2017 at 7:56 AM

    How fun! I bet you are a fabulous teacher!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  12. The Charm of HomeMay 24, 2017 at 3:42 PM

    These things are awesome! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

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  13. The Charm of HomeMay 25, 2017 at 7:33 PM

    I will feature this today at Home Sweet Home!

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