This market bag was crocheted using a large plastic Q crochet hook. It's my first project crocheting with plastic bag yarn "plarn" and using the extra large plastic hook. I must say that it makes my bag much lighter and the stitches more airy. I also didn't use as many plastic bags as I normally do to finish the project. The bag is still very strong. As I have shown below with a load of groceries, it stretches nicely to accommodate my purchases.
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Here is my market bag filled from a grocery store trip!
So check out the free pattern below and as always -- enjoy!
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Free Large Plastic Market Bag Pattern
Materials needed: One large ball of plastic bag yarn “Plarn”
Hooks:
“Q” size plastic hook
“N” size metal hook for handles
Description: Large Plastic Market Tote Bag
Bag measures 13” wide and 15” long
Directions:
Using “Q” hook, Ch 20. […]
Crochet a cute ribbon sling bag!
This week’s recycled craft project is a crocheted sling bag. The bag is crocheted using recycled plastic bags. Red ribbon was added and tied into a bow at the front. Here is the link to my picture tutorial on how to make your own recycled plastic bag yarn or plarn.
I know many crafters out there are starting their Christmas gifts. This would make a great little gift for any young girl and even as a gift bag. You could fill it up with a few stocking stuffer items and you’d have a wonderful little Christmas package. Anyway just a few ideas that I came up with to use this little bag.
As always here is the free pattern for your use.
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Free Crocheted Sling Bag Pattern
Purse measures 9 inches wide and 10-1/2” long
Strap length is 35 inches
Materials:
One ball of recycled plastic bag yarn or “Plarn”
2 yards of 1/8″ ribbon or other ribbon leftovers
Hook: Metal “N” hook
Chain 22 […]
Here is an eco rug I crocheted from recycled plastic bags. I made this Motif rug as part of an eco craftalong on Craftster. It’s been a fun and very informative craftalong for me. I learned about Borax and found it to be a wonderful eco friendly cleaning supply. I’ve learned about making reusable swiffer covers and mops. I have had the privilege of seeing lots of other people’s creations using plastic bags and other recycled materials. So if you love doing eco-friendly everythings come check out the link above for a fantastic craftalong!
Here is my pattern below for this rug. I want to forewarn everyone that I had issues getting my rug to lie flat. I applied heat from a blow dryer which helped a bit but it still isn’t completely flat. You may want to add more stitches or adjust the pattern to make it work better for you. After tackling and frogging this round rug for weeks, I think I’ll stick with bag projects for awhile now.
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Free Round Recycled Plastic Bag Rug Pattern
Size: 18″ round rug
Hook: N metal crochet hook
Materials:
Large ball of white plastic bags cut and tied into yarn (plarn)
Small ball of blue plarn used for center motif
With center color (white shown) Ch 4, Sl St to form ring. […]
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