Rows 2-3: Ch 3, sk first dc, dc in each dc to end of row; turn. Rows 2-5 : Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. Alternative Row 1: Sk first ch, sc in each ch to end of row; turn. Row 1 (RS): Sk 2 ch, dc in each ch to end of row; turn. Thread about 5 inches of each ribbon in needle and thread through end above black leather fringe bag, Full Document<\/a>, and tie in a double knot. Another less commonly used name for a thread bridle on a cane reed. If using strap Option A, before fastening off seaming thread, thread strap hardware onto overhanging pieces of purse bottom on either side of purse. Fold overhanging pieces toward inside of purse and seam so as to securely fasten. If using shorter purse bottom piece (Option A), position piece so that both the beginning and end of piece has an equal amount of overhang on each side of purse top, then pin to front and back pieces along 2 sides and bottom. Steam block main pieces using either a steamer or steam setting on iron. To block strap, stretch it a bit and pin to blocking board, then steam as described above.<\/p>\n

Blocking in stretched position will help ensure the crochet strap doesn\u2019t stretch a lot with wear. Just because something isn\u2019t “in season” anymore doesn\u2019t mean she drops it, and going back to your favorites no matter what is always the sign of a celeb who loves handbags as much as we do. As child of a woman who is both a certifiable hippy AND prolific crocheter, I always had the best “70’s day” costumes. I haven\u2019t tried this pattern, but would love to hear from anyone who attempts it and would love to post a modern photo of the finished purse on the site. Using existing yarn tails if possible, seam flap to Purse Back. Using a tapestry needle and existing yarn tails where possible, seam front of purse to purse bottom piece along pinned edges. Using a basting stitch, work underneath both strands of the sc “V”s of both the front and purse bottom piece\/strap.<\/p>\n