Finally, an FO! Well, almost–I haven’t lined it yet, and I may (gasp!) sew in my first zipper. But I was so happy to finish a project, I couldn’t wait to post.
I got the idea after seeing Emiko Hime’s post on Craftster for a Fat Bottom Bag she had made with super thick yarn. I’d been hankering for a big hobo bag. For this, I used two skeins of Lion Chenille Thick n’ Quick with an O size hook. Yuck, I hate crocheting with chenille, but this was worth it.
Modifications from Stitch ‘n’ Bitch: The Happy Hooker pattern: About half as many of the center rows on the body, and only two rows of border finishing at the row ends to gather in the top of the bag. Then I chained about the strap length I wanted, then did 4 rows of single crochet. Sew the side edges of the bag together, and the strap to the bag, and presto! A big hobo bag.
This is the first time that I’m seeing The Fat Bottom Bag made from thick yarn. I truly am impressed by this. I have to make one for myself.
Your bag looks really great! I love how the chenille worked so well with this pattern, and it’s just perfect for fall!
I always wanted a FBB so much but never got to do it.
I love yours, nice colour too.
Thats cute with thick yarn
Hi! I was surfing and found your blog post… nice! I love your blog.
Cheers! Sandra. R.