Skill level:  Beginner

Finished size: 

Approx 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" (closed) -  strap approx. 23" long

Materials:

100 yds. DK or worsted weight yarn
 Size H hook (or size needed to achieve gauge)
 Size F or G hook for chain strap
 Tapestry needle
 Button
 Gauge:  6 sc = 2" , 7 rows = 2"

Directions: 

Ch 15.
 Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and each ch across (14 sc)
 Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first sc and in each sc across (14 sc)
 Repeat Row 2 until 28 rows have been worked.
 Begin flap:
 Row 29: Ch 3, turn. Dc in second sc and in each sc across (14 dc)
 Row 30: Ch 3, turn. Dc in each dc across (14 dc)
 Rows 31-32:  Repeat Row 30.
 Row 33: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first dc and each dc across (14 sc).

 Fasten off and weave in ends.

Bag assembly: Fold Row 1 of bag up to meet Row 29.  With tapestry needle and length of yarn, whipstitch sides of bag together. Weave in ends.

Chain strap: With smaller hook, attach yarn to one side of bag where flap folds over front.  Ch 100, 150 or 200 (depending on length of strap desired),  attach to other side of bag.  Fasten off and secure ends.

Finishing: Fold flap over front of bag to find placement of button. Sew on button and fasten through space formed between 2 dc in center of Row 32.