Crocheting History: A Vintage Bag from 1944

[@justvintagecrochet]

Thank you so much for watching! Please hit the " Like" button above if you did like the pattern and Subscribe for Tutorials like this and more! :) I only would up useing 2 of the 3 spools I bought, so about 300 yards total

[@dee4174]

Could you tell me the height of the finished bag please?

[@SusieQ3]

I love this! I have been making bags out of nylon construction string from the hardware store for years. To stop the ends from fraying, you can melt them with a lighter. This bag will last basically for eternity 😂

[@sandidew3033]

Me too!😛

[@melodied4314]

Great idea! Do you think it would be easier to work with than the nylon yarn she used? I'm assuming construction string colors choices are limited.

[@app103]

@@melodied4314 Not THAT limited! I currently have spools of it in hot pink and neon green, that I swiped from my dad's garage. (He was using it to tie bundles of newspaper, for recycling.)

[@SusieQ3]

@@melodied4314 it's a lot thinner than what was being used here. I've never had any issues working with it. While there's not a bunch of color choices, the ones available are pretty eye catching!

[@cherifew3485]

As a matter of fact you can interweave the ends & hit it lightly with a lighter!

[@gwendolenshepard9124]

This pattern stitch would make a great afghan or top. You have found such gems of old patterns. I'm so glad I found your episodes.

[@beckybramlett3515]

I actually learned to crochet at age 8 using #10 bedspread thread !! (It is my first love !!) That’s all my Grandma had.❤️🥰. I’m sure the bag is going to turn out beautiful !!

[@devils.advocate2354]

😂😂 this yarn in single crochet is really tough to work then proceeds to undo entire row of SC to go Rogue with the back loop only😂 definitely worth the outlaw move as gives bag well defined shape. Crying laughing because somehow I just knew when you started those first sc they were not going to stay. Very lovely quick bag. I’m guessing a Raffia would be great for this pattern. Appreciate you as always 🧡

[@jolenelarson469]

That bag is adorable. I hope your hands have recovered a bit since the filming! It was worth it! Though the holes in this bag pattern aren't very big, it got me wondering how often women back then would line bags with fabric, the way we often do now. They surely would have had more fabric scraps lying around than we typically do today, so I bet they did that back then, too.

[@judyoliveira3232]

This would make a great beach bag if made out of cotton yarn and using rope for the handles. Love it and Thank you for another thing to add to my list of things to make.

[@melindakleczek222]

Nice bag, love the stitch. I think I would line it though. That cord does look like a pain to work with but it would be very sturdy.

[@marionbartley214]

Hello Corrina, this bag is cute you crocheted a nice replication of this bag. It looks sturdy and roomy inside. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos. I like each and everyone, thank you for your time and effort in making this video.❤

[@marymathis9299]

That made up so well!!! Much cuter than the photo...love the color choice too!!! I may have to make one for a grandchild...but then that may just turn into many more once the others get a look at #1! HA!!! 👍🏻👏👏👏👏❤

[@karentzn]

Another enjoyable tutorial. Love your “errors” as we are human and all make them. Hugs

[@999Giustina]

Very nice! If you heat the ends with a lighter or other heat source they will melt and stop any fraying.

[@TheKatherine1958]

Hi Corinna- the bag turned out beautifully. I’m not surprised! Thank you for another great video. 😊

[@brendachilders1282]

That is a gorgeous bag....I'm a newbie. I've been teaching myself to crochet since February this yr.2023. IM 66 and I am amazed the things I've seen to crochet...this is one. Thank you❤

[@julieselden7932]

Let me start by saying THANK YOU so much for showing the magic circle in slow motion so I could pick up on how to do it. 2nd Let me say I thought I lost my mind when that beautiful light pink polish was gone and I saw that blue polish. I thought wait am I losing my mind or was that blue polish always in this video! I take a lot of pills for my broken back so I could have just not noticed so I had to go back and look. I got the biggest chuckle out of that! Thanks, 3rd Thanks for all of the frogging you do. I use to not frog and just fudge my mistakes. I now do a lot of frogging and I can appreciate it much more than if I just fudged it! You are my favorite show and I don't miss any of them. I have to do all the writing at the same time because I watch on my TV and you can't write there! Blessings to you and your family

[@justvintagecrochet]

Thank you so much :) yeah, it was time to change out the nails , i like to give my natural about a weeks break between sets :)

[@sandidew3033]

I’m thinking I need to make one!!!! Thank You!!!

[@healingsprings11]

Absolutely darling and dainty 🧚

[@SandraNevins-c3l]

Dearest Corinna, I'm sending you a huge HUG. My grandmother crocheted my the same bag in black. I carried it everywhere, until, a boy older touch me on bum. WACK !! I hit him with my little black bag. BIGGEST HUG, smiling till my face hurts.

[@kristinalothman295]

This is a beautiful bag. Perfect for the summer!

[@3rdand105]

So much I want to say, but I'm not looking to bore anyone here...first of all, your channel has made a difference in the way I think of crochet; specifically, I'm not a fan of retro crochet, because I grew up in the '70's, and I didn't care for the look of it at the time it was considered modern. Vintage crochet, on the other hand, brings the game up to a whole new level for me, and, if you'll excuse the pun, I'm hooked. There must be a 12-step program for this...anyway, second, I currently have a soutache bowl, and I'm amazed at how quickly this worked up. I went from a hexagon to a bowl in a matter of just one round, and I can't stop! There is a pair of women at work who share a birthday (July 11), and I'll be ready. I just have to dedicate next weekend to make two bags. Third, and as always, thank you for doing what you do; your passion for crochet has rekindled my interest in the craft.

[@schokolieschenvomnaschberg2439]

Such a beautiful little bag. The bag i searched since a long time. Thank u so much for this video 😍

[@SewardWriter]

I love using that nylon stuff. It can be a pain in the ass, but it's beautiful and indestructible. ETA: don't worry about being goofy. I just figured out I've had covid for more than a week. ETA2: on bags and such, I work into back loop and third loop for a sharp edge with greater stability.

[@nancyd7339]

I enjoy the vintage handbag and will get started on it soon. Can wait. I love how you laugh at your mistakes and still continue forward.

[@kellyalderfer6430]

I happen to have 3 rolls of this nylon and had NO idea what to do with it - thank you!❤!

[@penbrown4049]

I realise that yarn was a pain. But it sure looks good and as you say, perfect for bags! The crochet struggle is real! Lol Great work as always 🩷🩷🩷

[@kevbufrog]

I am so sorry that I laughed when you were talking about working with that nylon thread. I literally have just finished using it for a project for the first time, and you described it perfectly: tough to work with and makes your hand cramp.

[@dee4174]

I doubt my hands could cope with nylon, but you did such a great job. ❤

[@jhopefrog]

I have been making this bag for myself, and it has been such a joy to stitch up! Thanks for sharing this (and posting the pattern to etsy! ❤)

[@joanneentwistle7653]

Nice yarn, won't pill either. Might make this one for my daughter.

[@LadyValkyri]

Gosh, I love The Great God Google! "Gr. yds." is grains per yard, a measure of linear density "The unit is used to measure length in yards in order to estimate weight or mass in grains." so, I guess, sort of akin to wraps per inch to classify the grist (density) of yarn...? It's weight, anyway. Since 1 gr. yd is about 70 yards, 3 gr yds would be 210 yards, or about 192 meters. Who knew "grains" was a common standard of measurement in the 40's? Not me! And since "cordette" yarn is a fine 2 weight, using the size 18 nylon thread was a perfect substitution! i love the color you picked, too. I learned new math AND how to make a bag today! YAY!!! 🤣 Hugs

[@birgitkindermann8840]

So beautiful, I just made a little bag for my dogs' goodies. I used cotton and it turned out just perfect. Thank you ever so much, I love your channel❤ greetings from Germany

[@ericas.7414]

Only used 1 spool and did about 9 rows (both pattern stitch and scs) of the pattern before binding off and chaining about 80 or so and attached the straps in between the dc pattern stitch. It's so beautiful! Thank you for the pattern!

[@dianajames3022]

Have just finished making this. It is sooooo cute. The nylon was hard to work with but it was so worth it. ❤

[@kimberlyrivard6945]

Love this bag.

[@novamcclung5382]

It looks like the thread will be a good choice for a bag. I like that there isn't a lot of give.❤

[@machowskikeppeler]

I'm absolutely smitten with my #hidups handbag. It's a true reflection of my personality and adds a touch of glamour to my everyday life. :yt

[@rosemarycreollo4326]

That is a very cute bag! I love the look of the nylon yarn/cord, but have never used it. I have seen it used in tutorials for purses. But I guess I won't be using it since it caused you pains in your hands! Thanks for being honest about that! And for another excellent tutorial!😊

[@justvintagecrochet]

Thank you! , honestly, even though it was a pain is the Y-ass to use, the resulting toughness of the material is worth it, I would use it again ( gulps) lol

[@app103]

I will probably make this one, but larger, with a 10 inch diameter bottom, so it will be more functional as an everyday purse. I will also line it with fabric, adding some inside pockets. I might even take a shot at making one with an oval base, instead of round.

[@adelacoburn1396]

Hello Corrina, 😄 I was looking at this bag on Pinterest last night, thought it would be a cute bag to make. Yeah, Nylon is something to work with, lol. We're going rogue!!.. I like it 😉. Fun video, I enjoyed it, thank you for the tutorial.

[@karljiks]

this made with the alternatively advised double strands of straw sounds awesome

[@Crochetedbymichi]

How did I miss this 😮❤so cute

[@mvb33]

I just finished my bag it looks so good, thanks for the tutorial❤

[@cljeans8399]

I couldn't wait to open and comment before even watching the video, 1. because I know you'll be great Corinna, and 2. because as soon as I saw the thumbnail I wanted to make that bag ❤❤❤

[@cljeans8399]

That nylon looks great. I'll have to look online for it or maybe the hardware store?

[@justvintagecrochet]

@@cljeans8399 I found mine at walmart and Amazon sells it at the same price as walmart ( about $4 per spool) and I only used 2 of the 3 I bought

[@tinabarwick4143]

Great little bag. I would never be able to use that nylon cord, but what a pretty pattern. Thanks for sharing x

[@valerieprice1745]

I'm allergic to nylon, polyester, etc. I can't use it. I like cotton best, but there are plenty of natural fibers. :)

[@tinabarwick4143]

@@valerieprice1745 Yes I agree Valerie, I love cotton and cotton blends.

[@danamcmanus]

You crack me up so much girl. 😂😂😂 Love this bag thank you! 💘

[@cherylsahagun2492]

So probably my most favorite item I have crocheted from Corinna’s inspiration. I used cotton yarn. I increased the size of the bottom to 8 inches and after my back loop only round, I continued 4 rows of sc to have a thicker base so smaller things had less chance of falling out of the bag. I made it for a young girl going through chemotherapy. It is hard to part with it except I know she will love it and it will make her day brighter. Her fave color is purple ❤ I wish I could post a picture.

[@michellestone1261]

You could also sew onto the bottom on all four corners 4 half moon shaped buttons. This will help with wear n tear of the bag from the sitting down of it. Just an idea I got in my head??? I'm going to make myself one of these. I really enjoy your channel! 😊❤

[@3_Cat_Designs]

Nylon line is hard to work with. It does rub your hands the wrong way as it's a little stiff, but it does get easier the bigger the project gets (in my experience). Now, I don't buy it at craft stores as it's too expensive that way. They market it as yarn. I go to the hardware store and buy mason line. It comes in more colors and it's a lot cheaper... that's if you ever want to work with it again. Lol. The finished projects are always lovely in this type of line, string, yarn. I made tablet and phone covers many years ago and they last forever. This bag you made will be around for years to come.

[@cynthiac6110]

I love that little bag.

[@denisebennett3144]

What a lovely pattern.

[@knitcrochetsew]

I love this bag ❤❤❤

[@marjavandussen9686]

When you make a front or back post sc the corner at the bottum Will be must sharper. I love your beautifull vintage work very much. Thank you for that. Marja

[@Addicted2Yarn1]

This bag is really pretty, the yarn really accentuates the texture of the cross stitch, i know nylon cord is a pain to crochet with but as you said it does give good results. TFS Corinna x

[@annew441]

Beautiful work and great tutorial thanks ❤

[@summerrayne42]

This bag is absolutely beautiful! I just love how you like to take chances and get your hands "dirty" with crochet patterns that were born well before we were. I really want to make this bag, but I think I will be sticking to maybe a cotton yarn, since the nylon yarn wasn't your cup of tea 😉!

[@dianagarms6879]

Just too sweet!

[@sonjadalglish6544]

I really like the bag. Turned out beautifully.

[@cocoscrochet6380]

Hi Corinna 🤗 gorgeous bag! I love your tweaks to the pattern! 🥰🧶🤩

[@donnasqueaky2]

Cool bag! I'll havee to make one one of these days! I'm recuperating from another project.😊

[@bellcampe59]

I love this bag!!

[@maryrawson360]

I like that I make a lot of bags, I have to get that nylon thread and make this bag.

[@asaldanapr]

Beautiful! I have a crochet bag envelope style and lined inside, with a long handle which I treasure. Pretty sure I purchased at Marshall’s about 10 years ago.

[@jcreateturner]

There are hook conversions available but 5 mm/H was a size 8, G was 6 or 7 and is 4.0 to 4.75 mm (varies), F was 5 maybe 3.5, E was size 4 maybe 3.0 mm. Yep, the nylon cord has even less give than cotton but holds shape well. I have the book this pattern is from, love just looking at the styles but may someday get around to it. Thanks for showing me the whole process for this one.

[@rebeccavelez7678]

Beautifull mega loved

[@GraciesPlaceuniquelittlegifts]

Hi there 😊. Thank you so much for this wonderful crochet tutorial , I have just completed this little bag 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 (made it a little smaller) thoroughly enjoyed making it, found it very relaxing to make. Take care 💐

[@justvintagecrochet]

Wonderful!

[@maryvukovich2419]

I think I'm going try that stitch thanks some much for your videos .

[@boxerdogsmom]

the yarn makes it the bag shiny and gorgeous ❤. I made a plant hanger out of this yarn and it’s a strong yarn ❤

[@lisazabrina1673]

Very pretty, nice work

[@aliwilson4130]

This really worked up to make a really pretty bag! Simple and fun I agree.

[@annebigelow4096]

Cute bag! Tip for finishing with that nylon- burn/melt the ends to keep it from fraying out.

[@melaniecrochets]

I have used nylon cord before & always liked the benefit of feeling like the finished bag didn’t need lined, but that stitching leaves some holes that I think would want me to line it. It’s beautiful 🤩

[@fawndhaider7699]

I wanted to do a stitch along with you on this video. I actually changed it up a bit, for a first try. I used just a regular 4 weight yarn, only because I have it on hand. I will get some thick thread later, and do the original pattern. This was a fun stitch to do! I done mine in a hot pink for my granddaughter. It turned out to be 8"x 9 finished. Thinking about lining the inside, just because my yarn will stretch a bit.

[@justvintagecrochet]

That sounds very fun and cute, great summer color ! 🤩

[@Teerae11]

I like it , would like a pastel color , I am gonna see if possible to find colored nylon yarn , I like your straps thanks for video tutorial !!!

[@lorriewhite7886]

This is such a great idea. I can see this being used for so many things. Thank you!

[@LauraS_1194]

Can't wait to try!!!!👍❤️😁

[@lesdmark]

That nylon might be a pain to work with, but it has a wonderful pearlescent look to the thread in the finished product.

[@heatheryarbrough5255]

It’s super cute. I wonder if made bigger it would be a good shopping bag

[@mariegagnon3402]

I love it. I have to make one or two or three.

[@FionaC1]

Pretty!

[@lucasmcinnis5045]

I've always heard it pronounced "soo-tash"

[@SusieQ3]

Me too.

[@TheGabygael]

that's how it's pronounced (in french at least)

[@laurienorton7422]

Me too.

[@rosemarycreollo4326]

Yes, it is a French word. And you are correct about the pronunciation.

[@contactjoy4140]

Listen to the pronounciation on you tube. It IS pronounced: Sow-taj.

[@tree1383]

I'm going to make one, I hope, to use as a knitting project bag!

[@petegau]

I looked up material for crocheting soutache and this nylon thread was one of the threads suggested

[@FionaC1]

Gr. yard is grains per yard apparently. An old measure of linear density. Here goes: 3 gr yard is equivalent to 0.2 grams per meter, which should be 500metres per 100gm (if my sums are right!), which puts it smack in the middle of weight 1, super fine yarn (according to the laughing hens conversion chart) I have learned something today!

[@crochetwracarolyn4741]

@FionaC1 So do you reckon the bag could be made with #1 weight yarn or would it be too flimsy? I'm tempted to try it!

[@FionaC1]

@@crochetwracarolyn4741 well the pattern gives alternatives which sound like cord and braid, so I’m guessing it’s thin, but stiffer than ordinary yarn if you see what I mean. (I’m speculating here)

[@roseculp2924]

You will get used to it. Then you'll get into a rhythm. It's going to be beautiful!

[@theMermaidRhonda]

Love it! I made a shawl last year using that stitch...it looks so nice when it's done.

[@yvethemetriccrafter688]

A pretty bag

[@SwenorTraugott]

Amei todas as bolsas lindas e de muito bom gosto.Parabens #copymaxs😘😘😘

[@dreamagayeconrad7366]

Looks awsome

[@bobbipearce8545]

Love it

[@kentuckylady2990]

I love it.

[@melissamoseley1099]

i use this cord a lot i found going up a haft hook size will make it easier to do sc stitch

[@taniacaridad]

Sweetie you have to brun by the end thread because thosent spilt and over here Puerto Rico we use that thread

[@rosecarter5952]

I love this pattern im going to look for yarn to do this bag thank you

[@aidakhatibi7141]

So cool!!!-

[@janettaylor9058]

Like it .

[@aidakhatibi7141]

I like it!!

[@Leticia-yb3uq]

Linda, muito obrigada por nos ensinar! 😍💗🙌 15:57 - alça

[@shannonvickers145]

You do such a great job. I really like the bag but don’t think I could handle that crochet thread or cord.

[@Pammy_Yolo]

Love it! ❤

[@victoriavallance7590]

I love your program, I think the bag is made with raffia. Paper type of string ish craft stuff um? how to describe it, reasonably thick with tiny bit of give. Love Victoria from UK