Oval Crocheted Bucket Bag Using Hemp for Knitting allhemp6

“A cute carryall in durable hemp!” It all started with a straw backpack Kit found years ago at a New York street market. The bag is no more but Kit's sketch survived. We liked the capacious 'bucket' size, but preferred an oval base for less bulky proportions. We created a handy smaller version and kept scaling down 'til we arrived at zippered pouches, perfect for notions, cosmetics, projects . . . . A bag for all reasons! When we started our larger bag we had fun deciding—all one color or color-blocked? For our sample we decided on two colors, but how big of a bottom stripe? Fortunately, one skein of allhemp6 gave us just the right amount for the generous oval base—plus a pleasing proportion of color right up the sides. Easy!