100 Purses to Knit and Crochet

No woman can have too many bags to carry her stuff—and no knitter or crocheter can ever have too many purse patterns! From top needlework designers Rita Weiss and Jean Leinhauser come 100 of the very best, in a variety of sizes, styles, and colors. They range from a tiny amulet bag to wear as a necklace to a giant felted tote, and include backpacks, beach bags, and elegant evening clutches. There’s a jeweled iPod case, a special carry-all for a yoga mat, and a traditional string bag for a bottle of wine. And for that special child: a purse shaped like a toy elephant or one that’s a teddy bear! Each one features detailed instructions and a magnificent photo of the finished project.