I was looking to make an entirely different bag when I started but the yarns were unsupportive of my plan and this evolved instead. It gives me some “queen of hearts” vibes, though that wasn’t my intention either. Ah well, the yarn wants what the yarn wants!
(The last pic is from Kidlet who wanted to show some things inside the bag.)
It has a sturdy but flexible bag bottom from Hobbii and I actually sewed(!) in a lining. It’s doubled so that what peeks through the g-square has “fabric right-side” wee hearts, too. I do wish I had put something in it to stiffen it up a bit so it was more sharp looking than sag-rific but eh, completed is better than perfect, right? Next time.
@AIMR I’m sure you’ll think of this for your project, but in case anyone else is playing along I really want to say adding some stabilizer to anything you’d like to stay flat is highly recommended. I think it would give it that more professional look.
AIMR
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I actually prefer not to stabilize knit or crochet bags. I like the floppy feel of the yarn and don’t want the lining to take that away. I also like to make the lining a bit larger because when you fill the bag, the yarn will stretch to accommodate…personal preference.
@AIMR I agree. I think if this wasn’t a single g-square face I wouldn’t care that it kept losing definition. I wouldn’t feel that way about a rounder bag or one with more of a tote style. And I’m also in the “do I even like this thing” phase of finishing a long term WiP so I may be a bit harsh on the little fella.
So adorable! I like your attention to detail with the fabric and having the hearts facing outwards as well! I was thinking when I saw the post in the other thread that the sides would be black or black and red, but the stripes are really fun. Good idea to show it with items inside of it, too. Give your kiddo a high five from me!
And yay for crossing a WIP off the list!