Larger Than Life Bag

This colorful tote is a perfect example of the little things that can be tweaked in a project. This bag first appeared in the Spring 2007 issue in a DK-weight Merino yarn; mercerized cotton breathes new life into this updated design. Check out this fresh take on a wonderful tote. **Difficulty** Intermediate **Yarn Weight** 3 **Finished Size** 22" wide, 14" high and 4" deep, excluding strap. **Yarn from Interweave Crochet Spring 2020** Omega Sinfonia (distributed by Creative Yarn Source) (100% mercerized cotton; 218 yd [200 m]/ 3½ oz [100 g]): #887 charcoal (MC), 2 balls; #837 dark magenta, #817 light teal, #816 teal, #809 green mist, #885 pale rose, #805 brick, #806 light gold, 1 ball each. **Hook** Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. **Notions** Yarn needle; 45" wide fabric, 1 1⁄8 yd length; sewing needle and coordinating thread; 18" zipper, 1. **Gauge** 16 sc = 4"; block = 6½" square. For techniques you don’t know, please visit our online crochet glossary at [https://www.interweave.com/interweave-crochet-glossary/][1]. **NOTES** * Each block motif consists of three colors: A for the center, B for the middle, and C for the outside. * Choose any color combination you like for each block, changing colors on Rounds 3 and 6. For more information, see: [https://www.interweave.com/store/interweave-crochet-spring-2020-digital-edition][2]. **From Interweave Crochet Spring 2007** block = 6 1/2" square K1220 rusty red (MC) - 3 skeins K1515 blue (CC) - 1 skein K0000 white (CC) - 1 skein K1520 lime green (CC) - 1 skein K2370 apricot (CC) - 1 skein K2260 purple (CC) - 1 skein K1141 pink (CC) - 1 skein K1125 rose (CC) - 1 skein Also needed: 1 1/8 yd. of 45" wide fabric for lining Matching thread 18" zipper Sharp sewing needle Yarn needle [1]: https://www.interweave.com/interweave-crochet-glossary/ [2]: https://www.interweave.com/store/interweave-crochet-spring-2020-digital-edition