FREE PATTERN COLLECTION TO PRACTICE COLOR WORK
There are techniques that are so inspiring for some specific crochet projects, and tapestry crochet is just that for bags. Because it brings that extra touch of color, but it can also make this accessory stronger when worked with single crochet or give it a geometric design with back loop single crochets or double crochets. I have made several bags with tapestry crochet within my shared free patterns and it was time to collect them in one place for you to see them all together. From coin purses to larger models, you have the chance to practice this color work technique with different variations. And all including video tutorials for you to have a detailed look of the making.
The Symmetria Tapestry Pouch is this cool clutch, made of one main seamless piece and with a zippered lining, to give it more structure and resistance. Then, add a short handle to finish and carry around the wrist. It also has the perfect size to fit in a small tablet, a wide wallet and some other basics.
Stitches used are single and double crochet, worked in the round, and the tapestry crochet pattern is repetitive. A beautiful geometric design to mix contrasting shades and create a cool and fast accessory. Instructions for every round to follow, color chart and video tutorial with all steps, including the lining.
The Banana Tote is a spacious and practical bag, with a super fun print, to carry all you need with a stylish look. Another great project to practice tapestry crochet technique, this time, with more than two colors at a time, to use those beautiful colors in your stash.
Using tapestry variation with single crochets, that mixed with the three colors creates a super resistant weave, made in one seamless main piece, for a comfortable make. Only add a pair of crochet handles by the end, for the perfect finishing touch. Step by step instructions and video tutorial included in the free pattern.
The Classic Frame Purse is so cute that you will want to take advantage of your stash to make a few of them. Using tapestry crochet variation with single crochet stitch, back and forth, and with an easy repetitive color work pattern. Constructed of 3 pieces which are easily seamed together by the end.
The perfect project to use a simple coin purse frame. Video tutorial includes all steps, from the crochet process, seaming and all thew way to attaching the fastening accessory.
The Unicorn Coin Purse is that kind of project to be super playful with color. With a mix of Tapestry Crochet technique and appliqués for those extra cute touches. Tapestry crochet made in the round, with single crochet to draw the eyes and horn. And basic increases and decreases, to shape the bottom of the bag and additional embellishments like the little flowers and ears.
Video tutorial and written instructions guide you through every step and you also have a chart available for the tapestry portion. Another choice to use those cute metallic frames that look wonderful for practical little presents.
The Iris Tapestry Bag is a small size bag but it allows you to carry everything you need for the day. It is a basic tapestry crochet pattern, with single crochets, in the round and with a repetitive print too, for an easy follow. A perfect project to use your colorful leftovers, for shades that you think may not match but when put together look so amazing.
Instructions include directions to add a lining and zipper, to make it extra resistant and structured. And video tutorial covers all the steps too, to make the bag, short and long handles and the zippered lining.
GIORNO MINI BAG AND COIN PURSE
The Giorno Mini Bag and Coin Purse is a 2 in 1 tapestry crochet fun set, for when you want to carry very few but essential things for your outings. It is also and ideal project to add embellishments such as a chain handle and a statement button. Tapestry crochet variation with single crochet cross stitch, for a more compact weaving.
With directions to add a zipper to the coin purse which is also included within the video tutorial. And the color work print is also repetitive and easy to follow. A perfect design to use small skeins of yarn.
The Cuore Tote is a spacious and medium size, to become your everyday accessory. And made of one main round, seamless body, for a quicker project. With tapestry crochet with back loop single crochet variation, for that symmetric look, which also makes an easy skill level, for hearts pattern is repetitive.
Video tutorial and chart included for a practical color work making. Plus, including instructions to add a lining and snap bands, if you prefer a super complete structure.
The Fruit Bags’ Trio is also a set of free patterns, this time with 3 juicy bags included. In a medium size with a long handle, to wear over the shoulder or as a cross body model. All bags are made with the same tapestry crochet variation, with single crochets, in the round, by using 3 colors. So, color selection becomes a super fun part of the process.
Instructions for each model include chart and video tutorial shows the process for the Limes’ bag only but it works as a foundation to make any of the other two bags, because they have the same structure (bottom, number of stitches and handle). The three drawings are also easy level and they will become a super color work practice for you.
Which one will you make first? And remember that tapestry crochet is one of my favorite techniques so I will keep on designing more and more colorful projects for you.
Share your results with me, I love seeing your own versions of my designs so, just tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram to have a look.