This example shows the Half Circle Purse crocheted in earth or nature colors, using Red Heart Super Saver multicolor worsted weight yarn, in their color named Fall.
When making this handbag in the Bernat Super Stripes yarn, I crocheted only one row of single crochet for the strap but, when making it in Red Heart Super Saver yarn, I did an extra row of single crochet on the strap, to make it thicker and sturdier.
If you're looking for the free pattern: Half Circle Purse
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