The all in one treat bag – chalk bag- costume! Wear it to the crag, or fill it with candy and wear it trick or treating!
This Halloween has inspired me to make a chalk bag that doubles as a costume AND a treat bag! I decided to use Caron Simply Soft yarn because of its softness and sheen. Plus it comes in perfect colors for little sea monsters!
Continue reading “SEA MONSTER CHALK BAG PATTERN”Crochet this Sak-inspired backpack for beach days or nights out that holds all your essentials, while looking chic.
Ever wanted a purse from The Sak? Ever thought you could crochet one that was just as beautiful? Well, you can! And all using only single crochet plus a new, very quick, technique for the strap that you’ll love.
Continue reading “BEACHCOMBER MINI-BACKPACK PATTERN”This little furry sloth will steal your heart! With simple stitches and techniques, anyone can make one!
Can sloths be any cuter! I love creating animal-themed chalk bags and when I grabbed a skein of this faux fur yarn I knew it was time to add a sloth to my suite of cute animal bags. I love the contrast between the furry yarn and the acrylic yarn face, especially that little smile and nose!
Continue reading “FUZZY SLOTH CHALK BAG PATTERN”The chalk bucket for all! A cute, jean pocket gives this bucket flair and character and also holds your stuff!
This climbing chalk bucket is inspired by my local evergreen forests and also upcycling blue jeans; is there a better combination? I don’t think so!
Continue reading “POCKET FULL OF EVERGREENS CHALK BUCKET PATTERN”A “cat-tastic” pumpkin bag pattern that even glows in the dark! Use it to carry candy on Halloween or your chalk ball on the wall.
Aaaaand! Just in time for Halloween and and the fall season we have the Cat-O’-Lantern chalk bag! My partner (in climbing and life) and I always try to complete a night climb on Halloween and I cannot wait to take this “glowing” chalk bag with me this time!
Continue reading “CAT-O’-LANTERN CHALK BAG PATTERN”Mazama the Mountain Goat is ready for all your rock climbing needs! Make her in an afternoon and get out rock climbing! Everyone will wonder where you got such a precious chalk bag.
This little chalk bag is crocheted with acrylic yarn that has been brushed to create a fuzzy coat of fur. This quick pattern will remind you of the mountains and get you out climbing as soon as possible! Mountain goats are the cutest, so who doesn’t want one swinging from their harness?
Continue reading “MAZAMA MOUNTAIN GOAT CHALK BAG PATTERN”Crochet your own market bag that not only looks adorable, but stuffs into itself for compact and easy travel!
Spring has long sprung and it is the season of farmers markets and fresh veggies. I have been wanting to design a market bag for quite some time, but was not inspired enough until I had the idea to make one that stuffs into it’s own adorable drawstring bag. Now I can store the whole thing in my purse, backpack, or car and always have it at the ready! Plus the drawstring bag has a few colorful options – there’s something for everyone!
Continue reading “POP-OUT MARKET BAG PATTERN”This adorable manatee climbing chalk bag only uses half-double crochet and can be made in an afternoon! Celebrate summer days with this bright and fun chalk bag. Guaranteed to stand out in the gym or high up on the wall!
I had a request for a manatee shaped chalk bag, and how could I resist! Especially with this soft and lovely Lion Brand Jeans Yarn in Vintage that is perfect for the mottled, grey skin of a manatee.
Continue reading “MANATEE CHALK BAG PATTERN”Cute little banana-shaped chalk bag with three curling peels. The banana is created with simple techniques and all half-double crochet stitches.
I have been waiting all winter to create a banana-shaped chalk bag, it just felt like a design that should be made in the bright sunlight and here it finally is!
Continue reading “BANANA CHALK BAG PATTERN”The catch of the day! Impress your friends at the crag and the gym with this fabulous shark chalk bag. It works up quickly with bulky yarn and fun features. Optional liner and sturdy yarn makes it perfect for the outdoors!
I first designed this chalk bag on the road last year and it has gotten so much love ever since! Everywhere I go I am asked where I got my chalk bag and it is so fun to tell people I made it myself! Making silly and vibrant chalk bags is a blast. I am really enjoying how versatile the shape is. Plus chalk bags are such an overlooked way to show off your style. Let’s mix it up and get some cuties like this Sharkie out in the world.
Continue reading “SHARKIE SHARK CHALK BAG PATTERN”
