Herringbone Backpack

"Simplicity itself, this textured backpack is modern, easy and stylish. Made from just two matching rectangles, the real magic happens when you attach the straps and clasp to transform it into a stunning and useful accessory! Two identical front and back panels, a little bit of yarn to seam it all together, and a strap and clasp to add the finishing touches — that’s all this simple crochet backpack is made of! All you really need to know, aside from the basics, is the herringbone half double crochet."

Crochet Hook4.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge15sts x 19 rows = 4” x 4” / 10 cm x 10 cm measured over main set pattern (Hhdc working into 2 rows below)

Finished SizeLength: 13” / 33cm, Width: 13.5” / 34cm, Depth: 3” / 7cm

Materials List

• Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Simply Cotton Aran (85m, 92yds per 50g skein; Weight: #4/Aran; 100% Cotton)
  Approx yarn required: 8 balls/400g in Soft Fudge (610).
• 4.5mm (G+) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• 3 x D rings
• 1 x metal clip clasp
• 1 x bag strap of your choice, approx 120cm/ 47” long with metal clasp at each end