Plastic Canvas Bag Base | Flap Clutch Bag | 9x11.5 Inch | 2 Pcs - Crochet Bag

A soft edged flap clutch, cut from one panel. The 9 x 11.5 inch body carries the front, base, back and flap in a single piece with two side wings that fold in as the gusset, so there is no base seam and no flap to align. The lower edge is cut in a wave rather than straight, which is what gives the finished clutch its curved, quilted look along the bottom. A small round disc comes with it to cover and mount as a front trim. At 1.4 mm this is the thinnest panel in the range, so it curves more readily than the 1.5 mm templates.

Specifications

Ideal For

• Crocheters working in 4 ply, DK or cotton yarn
• A first evening or party bag, since there is no base seam to make
• Anyone who wants a curved edge without cutting one

Perfect for

• Crochet flap clutches and evening bags
• Chain strap shoulder bags in boucle or fur yarn
• Cross stitch and needlepoint panel purses
• Handmade gifting

Compatibility

Works with: 4 ply and DK crochet yarn, cotton yarn, tapestry needles and crochet hooks. The close grid suits standard 4 ply and DK weight yarn; very chunky yarn and T-shirt yarn will be tight through these holes.

Pairs well with: a chain strap, a magnetic snap or twist lock for the flap, and a fabric lining.

Not suitable for: heavy loads, and any use needing a heat rating, since none is stated for this panel.

Before You Buy

• Yarn, strap, closure, lining and pattern are not included.
• The panel stays inside the finished bag, it is not removed afterwards.
• The exact mesh count is not printed on the pack. Match your yarn to the photo of the grid.
• This is the close grid. Choose a wide grid template if you want to work in chunky or T-shirt yarn.
• Only the body panel size is supplied by the maker. The disc size is not stated.

How to Use

1. Work a round of single crochet around the whole outline first, so every edge and every curve is bound.
2. Fold the two side wings in at the crease lines to form the gussets.
3. Fold the front up and seam it to the wings through the bound edges.
4. Leave the top section free as the flap and work its edge as one round.
5. Cover the round disc in yarn and stitch it to the flap front, then fit a closure and a strap.

You will Need

• crochet and knitting yarn
• crochet hooks

You may also like

• blanket and chunky yarn
• macrame cords and supplies
• crochet accessories

Frequently Asked Questions

What is in the pack?
Two pieces: one 9 x 11.5 inch body and flap panel, 1.4 mm thick, and one small round trim disc.

How is this different from the 13.2 x 14 inch one piece template?
This one is smaller, thinner at 1.4 mm, has a wave cut lower edge for a curved clutch shape, and adds a round trim disc. The larger template has a plain rounded outline and no disc.

Can I use chunky or T-shirt yarn on it?
It will be tight. This is the close grid, so 4 ply and DK yarn pass through most easily.

Do I need to cut or seam the base?
No. The base is part of the same piece, so there is no bottom seam to make.