Origami Crochet Bag
Turning a Rectangle Into a Beautiful Handbag Believe it or not, this stunning hobo-style tote started as nothing more than a simple rectangle! For this project, I paired a skein of Yarn Bee Bambutiful yarn in a soft oatmeal tone with a gorgeous skein of handspun wool in dusty blue, mauve, and camel — the perfect combination for the diagonal stripe running across the bag. Here's the secret: pick your favorite crochet stitch and work up a rectangle using a 3:1 length-to-width ratio. I went with 27" long by 9" wide, which gave me the perfect proportions for this lovely tote. Once your rectangle is crocheted, fold it into triangles and stitch it into that classic slouchy triangle shape — I walk through exactly how in the video. The diagonal stripe of handspun wool lands perfectly along the fold line, giving the bag its signature chevron look. From there, crochet a long, sturdy strap in the same oatmeal yarn, and finish it off with a leather tab and gold snap closure for an ea...
