Let's break down the instructions to crochet a simple bag with pink and green colors. Here's a step-by-step guide to get you started:
**Materials:**
* Medium weight yarn in pink and green colors
* Size J (6.0mm) crochet hook
* Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
* Scissors
* Stitch markers (optional)
**Gauge:**
12 dc stitches x 7 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)
**Abbreviations:**
* ch = chain
* dc = double crochet
* sc = single crochet
* st = stitch
* sl st = slip stitch
**Body of the Bag:**
1. Start with a magic ring or a slip knot on your hook.
2. Ch 2, 6 dc into the magic ring. Pull tight to form a small circle. (6 sts)
3. Increase round: (Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join) x 2. (12 sts)
4. Repeat the increase round until you have a total of 60 sts.
5. Continue to crochet in the round, making sure to chain 2 at the beginning of each round.
6. Alternate between pink and green yarns every 2 rounds to create a striped effect.
**Shaping the Bag:**
1. When your work measures about 10 inches (25 cm) from the starting point, start decreasing.
2. Decrease round: (Ch 2, dc2tog, dc in each st around, sl st to join) x 2. (30 sts)
3. Repeat the decrease round until you have a total of 12 sts.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.
**Handles:**
1. Cut two pieces of yarn, each about 18 inches (45 cm) long.
2. Fold each piece in half and use a tapestry needle to thread the yarn through the top of the bag, about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
3. Tie a knot on the inside of the bag to secure the handles.
**Finishing Touches:**
1. Use a tapestry needle to weave in any remaining yarn ends.
2. Block the bag to even out the stitches and give it a professional finish.
That's it! You now have a simple and stylish bag with a pink and green striped design. Happy crocheting!
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