Free Pattern Friday - Braided Twosome - Hat and Bag

Braided Twosome by January & Wood 1954

However good our intentions may be to knit or crochet all of our gifts this Christmas season, if you have not yet taken the time to learn this skill, you may be in for some frustration. Though I find both skills relaxing and fairly easy, it was not always this way. My first attempts were nothing short of disastrous. This handbag and matching hat is a quick and easy no skill pattern. Instructions are for braiding but imagine the hat and bag made from spool knitting (as described in this earlier post) or even a simple crocheted chain with chunky yarn. The possibilities are endless.

A Few Styling Options

Courtesy of KinseySue Vintage Patterns on Goodsmiths. 

Download Pattern HERE.

Free Pattern Friday - Butterfly Evening Bag

Butterfly Evening Bag from Workbasket September 1955

Felt was the 1950's equivalent to Polar Fleece® of today. It doesn't fray or run. It comes in a variety of colors and textures. And you can use it to make just about anything. This lovely butterfly shaped handbag from Workbasket (September 1955) is beautifully embellished with sequins and beads. Make it in any color combinations that please you and try it with fleece. You may just start a new trend. Download instructions HERE.
Courtesy of CynicalGirl on Goodsmiths

Free Pattern Friday - Grab Bag Purse

The Grab Bag Purse

It's that 70's purse. You know. The shoulder bag of scrap fabric that was so easy to make. It went everywhere your ratty jeans and jean jacket went. Concerts... Happenings... Don't remember? Take a little trip down memory lane with this easy to make boho hobo bag.  Download HERE.