This cute bag is the perfect accessory for a summery dress.  A layer of buckram provides structure behind the round crochet panels.  The seam ridges of the crocheted pieces are on the outside of the bag to give it a crisp edge.  The pieces are quick to crochet and although the finishing takes a bit of time, it's worth it for the sturdy and beautiful finished product.

Length: 6.25" (9.5" including bag handles)

Width: 6.25"

Depth: 2"

MATERIALS:

200 yards dk weight yarn 

size E crochet hook

rounded Lucite purse handles 5.5" wide (item # LU34 available at Lacis.com or Lacis in Berkeley, CA)

1/4 yard buckrum

 1/4 Yard lining fabric in color that is a strong contrast to yarn

sewing needle and sewing thread to match lining fabric

GAUGE: 4" = 19 sts by 21 rows in Single Crochet using a doubled strand of yarn

Note: yarn shown usually knits at 20-22 sts to 4" in Stocking Stitch

Yarn shown: Southwest Trading Company Bamboo (100% bamboo; 250 yards/100 grams)