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Mochila Wayuu bags do well with strong, preferably non-stretch shoulder straps. Here we look at a crochet alternative method of making shoulder straps. (The traditional Mochila bags have woven straps.)
How To Make Shoulder Straps for Mochila Wayuu Bags
Duo Sided Crochet Cord (how to)
You can of course use any kinds of suitable cord as your bag’s drawstring cord. I often like to crochet mine. I use the Duo Sided Crochet Cord method for many of my tapestry crochet bags.
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So far, we have made the base for the Wayuu bag. And from that, we know the number of stitches we need to graph the pattern for the body of the bag.
Continuing from the base, crochet according to graphed pattern till you get to height of where the holes of the drawstring are to be. In the traditional Wayuu Mochila bags, the holes are just holes worked as part of the crochet. However I do love bits of hardware. And they do add something professional and delicious to any piece of work. So instead of just crocheted holes, I add grommets (large metal eyelets) for the drawstring (to be made later). [Read more…]
Step One. I make the base for my Mochila Wayuu bag before anything else. The number of stitches I end up with for the size I want (diameter) determines how many stitches I will have around the body of the bag. This also determines the number of stitches I will need for my graphed pattern.
Making Base for Mochila Wayuu Bags
How to make Mochila Wayuu Bags aka Tapestry Crochet Bag, Mochila Bag, Wayuu Bag. This is not a definitive tutorial on how to make these bags. Just some different ways on how I do it.
Which stitch to use for Mochila Wayuu bags? Here is a listing and comparison of possible stitches.
Which stitch to use for Mochila Wayuu bags
I think there are a few ways to create Rib Crochet. This method is quite easy.
Faux Rib Crochet
This is just a quick short tip.
How to neaten the side edges of a crocheted piece, e.g the centre opening on tops. I have used white yarn below to highlight the method.
Handy Teddie, the changeable handtowel holder – can hold different towels at your convenience.
Handy Teddie does not need to go into the wash machine. But the towels can. Meanwhile Handy Teddie holds out a new one for you.
You can easily make and add to the collection of hand towels. If Handy Teddie can hold them, he will.
Handy Teddie, the changeable handtowel holder (CH0485)
