Let’s crochet some bags!
Welcome back to our bi-weekly newsletter! I’m so excited to share this week’s content and announcements - all about bags! Enjoy!
Early access content
Crochet Onigiri Bag Tutorial Step-by-Step 🍙 For Beginner-Intermediate (with seaweed pockets)
This tutorial will be available on YouTube on Friday, March 13th. However, because you are subscribed to this newsletter, you are getting early access to this pattern and can start making this onigiri bag sooner than everyone else! A perfect cute functional item!
For those who don’t like video tutorials…
Here’s a written pattern of the tutorial video above - you can download it as a PDF :)

(I love crocheting food)
Once you’re done, tag us on instagram (@artisangc) with a photo of your project. I’d love to see your work!!
Another similar pattern…
EASY Crochet Chunky Shoulder Bag Tutorial (for beginners)
You guys might already know about this tutorial as it was one of my most popular ones. This was posted on my YouTube channel on May 3, 2023 - almost 3 years ago! Both the onigiri bag and this cloud bag have very similar patterns, but this one is much simpler so it’ll be more suitable for beginners.
For those who don’t like video tutorials…
Here’s a written pattern of the tutorial video above - you can download it as a PDF :)
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A little BTS for you - what goes on behind a crochet booth?
Spoiler alert - lots of crocheting and eating
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In case you missed it
Even MORE cute crochet creations!
Check out the previous projects (videos + written patterns) on the website!


Upcoming Events
I’ll be doing many markets at UTM this month + 2 new locations in the GTA!
March 4, 5, 10, 11, 24, 25 - UTM (University of Toronto Mississauga)
March 12 - UTSG (University of Toronto St. George)
March 28 - Conestoga Mall (Waterloo)
March 29 - Small Arms Inspection Building (Mississauga)
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That’s it for this week.
Keep your creative juices flowing and your hands consistently crafting to keep your mind calm and your heart happy.
See you all in 2 weeks!
-Rica






