When you see old movies, especially ones that take place in Europe, you are sure to see women going around to markets with their 'market bags'. They made a bit of a comeback in the 60's and 70's with Macrame, and it seems they are making a come back again with those that are trying to go 'green'. Any way I have always had a little bit of a fascination with them. Not sure why, but perhaps it is because of the different shapes they can take on depending what you put into them. It is a very giving and generous type of bag. It even crossed my mind that these bags would be great for picking produce from your garden! Being 100% cotton, they would be very easy to wash.
I come across two totally different patterns on YouTube that I tried.
The first one the I made was the one on the right, the smaller one. It is a great size for buying vegetables and some fruits. The larger one you could probably fit larger items such as melons and cantaloupe or small watermelons. You could even use it to place 2 or 3 of the smaller bags, filled with something, into it.
Smaller Bag
This was a very easy bag to make. I even started a second one that is smaller. Same patter, but smaller yarn weight and hook, makes it a smaller bag. I haven't finished that one yet.
and the handle at the top of the bag.
Larger Bag
The second bag I made, and the larger one looks like this.
The smaller bag was started with more of an oval shape, whereas this larger bag is started with a more fancy circle pattern at the base.
Mesh bags are quick and easy to crochet. The only thing that may slow it down a bit would be a fancier base like this one, or some fancy handles.
As I am writing this post, another use for it came to mind; hanging and storing your onions, potatoes, apples, oranges, and such in your pantry!
You may see a few more of these in the future.
Thank you for stoping by, and happy crocheting!
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