
Ok this is one of my favorites! Here is the second Felted Purse I made I finished this a few months ago and again no pattern. I used a j hook and hdc for the entire purse I used Lamb's Pride worsted wool/mohair blend yarn in a dark green Olive color & Plum. Can't remember the name and Kuryeon 100% wool yarn for the variegated center part(this was a leftover from another project and I didn't save the tag).
I just worked on both sides of the chain in continuous rounds & added a simple handle, the top ruffle was done but simply putting 3 hdc in each stich around. The rose is just ch 33, 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook, then 3 dc in each ch across to end. leave a long tail of yarn finish off roll into shape of rose felt then stitch in place. I can't remember how I made the leaves but there are lots of patterns on the net for leaves. I did sew on some glass beads in the center of the rose and on the leaves then did a backstitch with the Olive yarn for the viney stuff. I felted this bag 3 times in my washer it was HUGE before I felted it now it measures 18 in w x 12 in high, and is fairly stiff. This bag is really sturdy and doesn't require a lining because it is felted.

2 Comments:
What a cute purse! I love your color choices, but I think what really makes it is the detailing you put into the rose/leaves.
I love your purses. I too like to crochet. I have 5 daughter-in-laws and I would love to make them some purses like yours. Do you have a pattern for them. I would be willing to purchase the pattern from you. Last Christmas I made them all a poncho & they loved them. Thanks, Vicki
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