Tutorial mini crochet bag

Summary

In this tutorial, the speaker demonstrates how to create a project using elastic cotton ribbon and Lycra. The process begins by cutting the Lycra into smaller strips and starting with 13 chains using a crochet hook size 10. The tutorial guides viewers through making single crochet stitches, with a focus on personal preferences for the finishing touches, including removing a knot and using a needle for neat closure. The project finishes with a round of slip stitches around the handle. The speaker emphasizes choice and customization throughout the project.

Takeaways

• 😀 Cotton and elastic ribbons are needed for this project, along with a lycra ribbon.
• 😀 The lycra ribbon was initially too thick, so it was cut in half to make it more manageable.
• 😀 The project starts with 13 chain stitches using a size 10 crochet hook.
• 😀 A single crochet stitch is made in the second chain from the hook.
• 😀 Continue making single crochet stitches until the end, reaching the last chain.
• 😀 In the 12th stitch from the start, three single crochet stitches are made in the same space.
• 😀 The little knot at the end can be removed, but it is optional depending on personal preference.
• 😀 After finishing the row, the thread is cut, and an embroidery needle is used to help weave in the ends.
• 😀 The tutorial suggests making a round of slip stitches around the handle, though this is optional.
• 😀 The entire project can be completed with a single thread, depending on the desired outcome.
• 😀 The tutorial ends with a simple farewell, 'Ciao ciao,' indicating the completion of the project.

Q & A

What materials are needed for this crochet project?

The project requires an elastic cotton ribbon and another ribbon made of Lycra.

How did the creator modify the Lycra ribbon for the project?

The creator initially found the Lycra ribbon too thick, so they cut it into two pieces to make it more suitable for the project.

How many chains does the creator start with for this crochet project?

The creator begins by making 13 chain stitches.

What size crochet hook is used in the tutorial?

The creator uses a crochet hook size 10 for this project.

How does the creator work the stitches in the first row?

In the second chain from the hook, the creator works a single crochet stitch, and then continues with single crochet stitches across the row until the last stitch.

What is done at the 12th stitch of the row?

At the 12th stitch, the creator works three single crochet stitches into the same stitch.

What does the creator do with the 'knot' mentioned in the tutorial?

The creator removes the knot, but it is optional. If preferred, the knot can be left in place.

How does the creator finish off the crochet piece?

The creator cuts the yarn and uses a needle to finish off the project, securing it at the point marked by a stitch marker.

What additional step is added around the handle of the project?

The creator adds a round of slip stitches around the handle, but this step is optional and can be done with only one strand of yarn if desired.

What is the final result of the crochet project shown in the tutorial?

The final result is a completed crochet piece, with the handle optionally finished with slip stitches.