Wheat Stitch™ Rectangle Bag

The **Wheat Stitch™ Rectangle Bag** is the perfect project for adventurous beginners ready to try something beautiful and practical! Featuring the stunning wheat stitch—a textured, eye-catching design—this accessory is worked up simply as a rectangle. That’s right! Just crochet a rectangle, fold it, sew up two seams, and attach a handle. Voilà, you’ve made a chic, handmade bag! The pattern includes two versatile sizes (small and large), so you can choose the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Crafted with soft, sturdy worsted-weight cotton-blend yarn, this bag is both stylish and durable—ideal for everyday adventures or thoughtful handmade gifts. [A video tutorial is included with the pattern.][1] CROCHET HOOK: [G (4.00mm) - or size to meet gauge][2] NOTIONS: [Removable Stitch Markers][3] [Yarn Needle to weave in ends][4] [Scissors][5] [Faux Leather Snap][6] [Sewing Thread & Needle][7] YARN: [Herrschners Cottage Cotton][8] 60% Cotton/40% Acrylic Blend 207yds/100g YARDAGE: Small shown in Oceanside: 475yds; 3 Balls Large shown in Oyster Bay: 630yds; 4 Balls YARN SUBSTITUTIONS: [WeCrochet Comfy Worsted][9] 75% Pima Cotton/25% Acrylic, 109yds/50g [Lion Brand Made With Love][10] 60% Cotton/40% Acrylic, 185yds/100g [Dishie][11] 100% Cotton, 190yds/100g ABBREVIATIONS: blo - back loop only ch(s) - chain(s) sc - single crochet sl st - slip stitch st(s) - stitch(es) GAUGE: 18 sts and 14 rows = 4" by 4" Not sure what gauge is? Check out this blog post: [What Is Crochet Gauge and How To Fix It][12] SIZES: 2 Sizes: Small and Large SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner Let’s be friends on Social Media! Website: [http://www.brianakdesigns.com/][13] Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/brianakdesigns/][14] Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/BrianaKDesigns/][15] Community Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrianaK/][16] Pinterest: [https://www.pinterest.com/brianaKdesigns/boards/][17] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQxiN8oT3NdwB40iamipSw][18] When sharing projects on social media, I love to see them! Please use #brianakdesigns It is much appreciated and loved! © 2025, Designed by Briana Kepner (Briana K Designs). All Rights Reserved. This design, the pattern, and the images are the property of Briana K Designs. The buyer may use this pattern for personal use and sales of finished items are also permitted, credit given to Briana K Designs is not only greatly appreciated but smiled upon. No part of this document may be reproduced, altered, or distributed in any form, or by any means, without express written permission from Briana Kepner. [1]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVs09HBlBR4 [2]: https://shrsl.com/3vjm6 [3]: https://shrsl.com/3xv7g [4]: https://shrsl.com/2bor2 [5]: https://shrsl.com/2cibs [6]: https://amzn.to/3x1VGtz [7]: https://amzn.to/4m77kIh [8]: https://shrsl.com/4vdnv [9]: https://shrsl.com/3a7sp [10]: https://shrsl.com/4e60p [11]: https://shrsl.com/2wlcn [12]: https://brianakdesigns.com/what-is-crochet-gauge-and-how-to-fix-it/ [13]: http://www.brianakdesigns.com/ [14]: https://www.instagram.com/brianakdesigns/ [15]: https://www.facebook.com/BrianaKDesigns/ [16]: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrianaK [17]: https://www.pinterest.com/brianaKdesigns/boards/ [18]: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQxiN8oT3NdwB40iamipSw