Check Check Bag

The Check Check Bag transforms a simple jute shopping bag into a striking accessory. Covered in a clean, graphic check pattern, it brings a strong visual rhythm to an everyday essential, giving it a look that feels both creative and considered. If you fancy, wooden handles are a lovely way to finish it off.

Made using Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush and Maxi Sweet Treat (the only difference being the ball meterage), the fine mercerised cotton gives the fabric a crisp, clean finish that really lets the intarsia colourwork shine. The crocheted panels are worked separately and then fitted around an existing jute bag, making the design easy to adapt to different shapes or sizes. Play with contrast, keep things soft with tonal shades, or mix unexpected colours to create a bag that feels completely your own. It also works beautifully as a project bag.

The Check Check Bag pattern includes full written instructions and is part of Scheepjes Pattern Portfolio Volume 06: Maxi, featuring six upcycling crochet projects by Kwannie. The booklet is available in print from Scheepjes retailers and as a digital download on Ravelry, in English and Dutch.

Materials

• ​Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush (100% Mercerised Cotton; 50g/280m)

Yarn A 105 Bridal White x 2 balls
Yarn B 212 Sage Green x 1 ball
Yarn C 395 Willow x 1 ball
Yarn F 192 Scarlet x 1 ball
Yarn G 226 Light Orchid x 1 ball

• ​​Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat (100% Mercerised Cotton; 25g/140m)

Yarn D 523 Pale Peach x 1 ball
Yarn E 404 English Tea x 1 ball

• 1.25mm crochet hook
• Stitch marker
• Bamboo bag handle 19.5cm (7¾in)
• Jute bag approx. 31 x 10 x 35cm (12¼ x 4 x 13¾in)