ENGLISH PATTERN SOLEIL BAG

Written instructions and video tutorial for crocheting my Soleil bag model, in both raffia and cord yarn.
Difficulty level: intermediate
Language: English

Instant PDF download (you’ll receive an email with the link) including detailed explanations on how to line the bag and attach the strap.

FINISHED BAG MEASUREMENTS:

Width: 38 cm
Height: 38 cm

MATERIALS FOR RAFFIA VERSION

• Crochet hook: 4 mm

• 9 balls of viscose raffia (25 g / 50 m):
  If using 4 colors, you’ll need 3 balls of the main color and 2 of each of the other colors.
  If making it in a single color, you’ll need 8 balls (25 g / 50 m each).
  Raffia used for this project: Ophelia, but you can use other brands.

• 1 magnetic button (18 mm)

• 1 belt (110 cm) with removable buckle

• Piece of fabric for lining the bag (approx. 70 cm high x 40 cm wide)

MATERIALS FOR CORD VERSION

• 1 spool (250 g) per color of THAI MINI cord yarn, 2 mm thickness (by Hobbyperline).
  If using 3 colors, you’ll need 3 spools.

• 1 magnetic button (18 mm)

• 1 belt (110 cm) with removable buckle

• Piece of fabric for lining the bag (approx. 70 cm high x 40 cm wide)