Leisure Arts Crochet Handcrafted Handbags Basic Book 1

Leisure Arts Crochet Handcrafted Handbags Basic Book 1- Everything you need to know to make professional handbags. This beginner friendly crochet book includes a 31 page guide to purse making basics and 3 project patterns that can be made using simple crochet techniques. Purse-making guide covers: swatching, tools, yarn types, weaving ends, blocking, joining stitches, interfacing, lining, creating handles, attaching hardware and closures, special techniques and more. Projects include: convertible clutch, granny square bag and burgundy bag with leather base. Designs can be made using US size 4 worsted and 6 super bulky weight yarns and crochet hooks in sizes I-9, 5.5 millimeters, and M/N, 9 millimeters. Finished bags measure between 9"x 7"x 1" and 12"x 11"x 4 1/2". Basic skill level. 48 pages, softcover.