How to Crochet Hobo Handbags
A hobo bag is generally made of a soft material in a loose shape or shapeless design. It's meant to be comfortable and all purpose. This hobo bag is approx 11 1/2 inches long by 10 1/2 inches wide in a basic square-cornered shape that's easy to crochet even for the very beginner. Deviate from the recommended yarn and hook size to vary the dimensions. Choose a sturdy wool for a practical bag, or a fuzzy, feathery yarn for a more dramatic look.
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Instructions
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Hobo Handbag
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Chain 32, turn. Skip the first three double crochets (dc) from the hook, dc in the fourth chain from the hook and in each chain to the end.
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Chain three. Turn. Skip the first dc from the hook, dc in the next dc and in every dc to the end, making the last dc in the top of the turn chain, turn.
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Repeat Step 2 for 39 times.
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Fold work lengthwise and slip stitch the edge together to form one of the side seams of the bag. Fasten off the yarn, reattach to the top of the other side and slip stitch that side together for the second side seam.
Hobo Handbag Strap
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Chain eight, turn. Skip the first two chains, half double crochet (hdc) in the third chain from the hook and in the next two chains. Chain one, hdc in the next three stitches and turn.
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Chain two, skip the first hdc, hdc in the second and third hdc, chain one, hdc in the next two hdc, hdc in the top of the turn chain, turn.
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Repeat Step 2 until the handle is the length you want. Attach the ends of the strap at the side seams with a length of yarn and a yarn needle, using a tight running stitch.
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