Colourful Wayuu Bags to Crochet: A guide to making tapestry crochet bags by Rianne de Graaf

Colorful, functional and fun – these striking crocheted Wayuu Mochila bags have the best combination of features! Using the technique of tapestry crochet, there are ten stunning bags to make, all in excitingly bold colorways and designs, with the characteristic woven shoulder straps and drawstring cords. Some of the bags are also embellished with pompoms and tassels. Using the traditional geometric patterns and shapes of the Colombian and Venezuelan Wayuu people, each bag is unique and you can make them in your own choice of colors.

There is a comprehensive techniques section at the beginning of the book to help you get to grips with tapestry crochet, and a section at the end showing you how to make the beautifully woven straps and also the drawstrings, using the Kumihimo technique. The woven straps could also easily be made on their own as trendy belts for trousers and skirts.

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Are you just as excited about tapestry crochet and specific about crocheting a Mochila bag like me? Then, this extensive crochet pattern is really nice for you!

The height of the bag is approximately 28 cm (11″) and the diameter of the bottom is approximately 20 cm (7.9″). There are two options for the strap: a woven strap pattern and a crocheted strap pattern.

You recieve a PDF file (both in English and Dutch) of 35 pages where all steps are described in detail and are extensive illustrated with photos.

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Modern Tapestry Crochet: Techniques, Projects, Adventure by Alessandra Hayden

Take the colorful route!

Pack up your crochet hooks and yarn–it’s time for a journey of technique discovery! With designer Alessandra Hayden as your guide, you’ll learn the surprisingly easy basics of tapestry crochet while exploring an array of gorgeous patterned motifs and on-trend projects for your wardrobe and home.

Featuring 20 wide-ranging patterns, from scarves and socks to totes and throws, Modern Tapestry Crochet is the perfect resource for getting started with tapestry crochet. The easy-to-follow instructions will get you on the right path toward applying best practices for creating seamless patterned crochet. In no time you’ll be stitching up a hat with colorful geometric shapes, an eye-catching clutch, or a striking patterned throw. And whatever you create, you’ll love travelling the road to crocheted colorwork.

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Crochet with Color: Intarsia, Tapestry, and Fair Isle Crochet Color Work by Dorothy Wilks

Dorothy Wilks introduces you to three popular color work techniques with her latest crochet book, Crochet with Color: Intarsia, Tapestry, and Fair Isle Crochet Color Work. Working with color is not only fun but easy and with Dorothy’s step by step instructions and clear illustrations you’ll be crocheting up beautiful and colorful projects in no time. Dorothy shares a wealth of knowledge with you in her latest book: • Basic crochet stitches and techniques • Basic color theory and choosing color schemes for your projects • How to read a crochet graph • How to crochet the Intarsia color work method • How to crochet the Tapestry color work method • How to crochet the Fair Isle crochet color work method Dorothy also shares tips and tricks to help you succeed, and she has provided links to instructional videos to help you expand your crochet skill. Her style is friendly, relaxed, and informative. Whether you are a beginner just starting out, or a crochet enthusiast wanting to expand your skill set Crochet with Color: Intarsia, Tapestry, and Fair Isle Crochet Color Work is an essential book to add to your crochet library.

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Tapestry Crochet and More: A Handbook of Crochet Techniques and Patterns

Looking for a way to take your crochet to the next level? Tapestry Crochet and More by Maria Gullberg is the perfect introduction to a whole new set of techniques that will broaden your crochet horizons. Experiment with color, shape, and structure, using ribbed, relief, double-layer, and tapestry crochet to create bags, totes, hats, wrist warmers, lace, and flowers with striking designs you almost won’t believe are crocheted. With a wide variety of patterns to hold the veteran’s attention and loads of practical tips to aid the less experienced, this is one crochet handbook you won’t want to put down!

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