My Very Own Shopping Bag circa 1960s

Say goodbye to boring bags, polyethylene and microplastics. This vintage crocheted shopping bag pattern is your new go-to for farmer market hauls, library runs, or just looking like you know what you’re doing (because you do).

You will get the pattern, the PDF scan of the original for nostalgia, and the pattern's text so that you don't have to ruin your eyesight in the process of making this.

If you are new to crocheting, this is such a practical project to do. If you are an expert, you can get some stash busting done with this one.

• You get to pick the colors and the fiber - so go all vegan with some 100% organic cotton, use that wool from that sheep named Sebastian that lives free range at that local farm co-op you love, or use all that discounted yarn you scored from Joanns (RIP).

Say goodbye to crinkly, ripped grocery bags and hello to this vintage baggie from 1965.

What You Get:

• 🧾 A PDF scan of the original pattern (hello, retro charm)
• ✍️ A retyped, eye-friendly version (no magnifying glass required)
• 🎥 Quick technique walk-throughs via video shorts (because sometimes you just need to see it to know how to do it) - note this is a work-in-progress
• 🧶 Pattern tips for both beginners (go at your pace) and advanced crafters (this is stash-busting approved)

Why This Bag?

• It’s cute.
• It’s strong enough for a 5 lb sack of potatoes.
• It looks way cooler than anything from Target or Whole Foods.
• And honestly, making your own bag is peak rebellion in a world of disposable or cheaply-made nonsense.

Bonus:

Crafted in celebration of World Environment Day 2025, because the only bag you should reuse - should be the the one you made yourself.