The Gingnam Shift Bag

Crochet a gingham shoulder bag in 365 Days Cotton DK. This free pattern includes tapestry colourwork, folding photographs and two colourway ideas.

Description

A clever crochet bag where classic gingham colourwork meets origami-inspired construction.

Designed by Carmen White - Off The Hook Creative, the Gingham Shift Bag begins as one simple tapestry-crochet rectangle. Carefully placed checks shift into alignment as the fabric is folded, transforming it into a relaxed shoulder bag with a beautifully continuous pattern.

The structured cotton fabric makes it practical enough for everyday use, while the three-colour design leaves plenty of room to create your own gingham palette.

The pattern includes two suggested colourways in 365 Days Cotton DK, along with a blank colour chart to help you plan your own combination.

Yarn Requirements:

Green Colourway

  • C1: Sage Mint – UCM 35 – 60 g / 156 m
  • C2: Forest Green – UCM 32 – 75 g / 195 m
  • C3: Natural Cream – UCM 4 – 45 g / 117 m

Pink Colourway

  • C1: Blush Rose – UCM 39 – 60 g / 156 m
  • C2: Powder Pink – UCM 18 – 75 g / 195 m
  • C3: Natural Cream – UCM 4 – 45 g / 117 m

What's Included

  • Complete written crochet pattern
  • Stitch abbreviations and technique guidance
  • Detailed gingham colour chart
  • Two suggested colour combinations
  • Blank chart for planning your own palette
  • Step-by-step folding and joining photographs
  • Bag edging and finishing instructions
  • Romanian cord strap instructions