Essential String Shopping Bag

Say goodbye to single-use plastic bags and hello to this stylish and eco-friendly alternative - the Essential String Shopping Bag. Made with durable and planet-friendly Paintbox Yarns Recycled Cotton Worsted, this bag is the perfect shopping companion - take it to the shops, the farmers' market, or even to the beach - this bag can carry it all! This free pattern includes easy-to-follow instructions and three different strap options to make this accessory one you'll use time and time again. **MEASUREMENTS** ● Diameter 8in/20cm ● Height 12½in/32cm ● Short handle length 5in/13cm ● Long handle length 16½in/42cm **MATERIALS** Yarn available at lovecrafts.com ● 3 ½oz/100g balls of Paintbox Yarns Recycled Cotton Worsted: • 2 balls in either Night Blue, String or Steel Blue ● US 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook **GAUGE (TENSION)** 18 sts and 17 rows to 4in/10cm of single (double) crochet, using a US 7 (4.5mm) hook or size needed to obtain correct gauge (tension). 30 stitches and 8 rows measured over 4in/10cm of net stitch, using a US 7 (4.5mm) hook or size needed to obtain correct gauge (tension).