Flower and Vines Bag

Interweave SKU: EP0816 Available for free in 2 different e-books from interweave: "5 free patterns for crochet: learn how to cross stitch on crochet, make a crochet edging, and other techniques for embellishing crochet" and [https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/crochet-cable-stitch-guide-4-free-patterns--crochet-cables-tutorial][1] **Pattern Description from Interweave Online Store:** "Inspired by flower vines growing up a chain-link fence in late summer, this pretty and sturdy bag holds all you need for a day out or an evening of fun. For those who haven't yet made crochet cables, this bag is a good project to learn on." **Finished Size:** 16" wide across base, 9½" wide across top opening, and 15" tall. **Yarn:** Reynolds Soft Sea Worsted (100% wool; 77 yd (70 m)/1¾ oz (50 g); CYCA-standard yarn weight system-4): #9213 light grey (MC), 6 skeins; #9321 plum (A), 2 skeins; #9652 olive green (B), 1 skein. Yarn distributed by JCA. **Yarn weight:** #4 - Medium **Gauge:** 13 sc and 15 rows = 4" with smaller hook. **Needles/Hooks:** Sizes H/8 (5 mm) and I/9 (5.5 mm). Adjust hook sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. **Notions:** Yarn needle; purse handles, 8"; ½ yd fabric for lining (optional); magnetic snap closure (optional); sharp sewing needle and matching thread (optional). Originally Published: *Interweave Crochet, Fall 2007* [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/crochet-cable-stitch-guide-4-free-patterns--crochet-cables-tutorial