Summer Escape Bag

"Red Heart yarns was nice enough to send me a skein of their Super Saver Stripes and Super Saver Ombre! I immediately thought of a fun summer bag with the stripes as the Polo Stripe colorway is such a summer-y combination of colors. I wanted to keep it to a one-skein project so I came up with this cross-body bag. Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Stripes (100% acrylic; 340 yards [236 meters]/215 grams): #4960 Polo Stripe, 1 skein Hook: I/9 (5.5mm) Notions: One 1 1/2″ button, one 33″ cotton shoulder strap, yarn needle"

More Fabulous Craft Ideas for You

As experienced craft writers, we always love recommending new projects for our readers to try out. If you're a fan of the Summer Escape Bag project, we have a few other fun and creative craft ideas that you might enjoy.

For those who enjoy the practicality and versatility of the Summer Escape Bag, we suggest trying your hand at making a DIY beach towel tote. This project combines the functionality of a towel and a bag into one convenient and stylish accessory perfect for a day at the beach or pool. Plus, you can customize the design and size to fit your personal style and needs.

If you are looking to challenge yourself and expand your crafting skills, we recommend attempting a woven straw beach hat. This project requires some patience and attention to detail, but the end result is a beautiful and unique accessory that will protect you from the sun in style. It's a fun project to take on during the warmer months when you're dreaming of sunny days by the water.

For those who prefer smaller, more manageable projects, we suggest making a set of beaded flip-flops. This craft is a fun and easy way to add some flair to your summer wardrobe and show off your personal style. You can customize the beads and colors to match your favorite swimsuit or beach outfit, making this project a perfect accessory for your next seaside escape.

We hope these craft project ideas inspire you to get creative and try something new. Happy crafting!

Crochet HookI/9 or 5.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge18 sts and 18 rows – 4″ in pattern st

Finished SizeApproximately 12″ wide x 7″ tall x 3″ deep