Plastic Canvas Bag Base | Flap Crossbody | 14.5x15.5 Inch | 1 Pc - Crochet Bag

The whole bag from one panel. This 14.5 x 15.5 inch cross shaped template folds up into a flap crossbody with no seam across the base and no separate flap to align, which is the fastest route to a neat, square finish. The two side tabs fold in to form the gusset, so the bag has real depth rather than being flat. The grid is the wide open mesh in this range.

Specifications

Ideal For

• Complete beginners, since there is nothing to seam at the base
• Chunky yarn and T-shirt yarn crossbody bags
• Anyone wanting a fast make in a single sitting

Perfect for

• Crochet flap crossbody and messenger bags
• Fur or boucle yarn evening bags
• Embroidered and cross stitch panel purses
• Handmade gifting

Compatibility

Works with: chunky yarn, T-shirt yarn, macrame cord, cotton yarn, tapestry needles and crochet hooks. The wide grid takes thicker yarns comfortably, so chunky yarn, T-shirt yarn and macrame cord pass through without forcing.

Pairs well with: a chain or webbing strap, a magnetic snap, 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.
• The straight cut edges give a squarer bag than the rounded one piece template in this range.

How to Use

1. Work a round of single crochet around the whole outline first, so every edge is bound.
2. Fold the two side tabs up at the crease lines to form the gussets.
3. Fold the front up and seam it to the tabs through the bound edges.
4. Leave the top section free as the flap and work its edge as one round.
5. Fit a closure and a strap last, anchored through the bound rim.

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 size is this template?
It is one piece measuring 14.5 x 15.5 inch and 1.5 mm thick.

How is this different from the 13.2 x 14 inch one piece template?
This one is larger, cut with straight edges for a squarer bag, and has the wide open grid. The 13.2 x 14 inch template is rounded and has a finer grid for thinner yarn.

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.

Which yarn works best on it?
The grid is wide and open, so chunky yarn, T-shirt yarn and macrame cord pass through easily.