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Chic Sac

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Look what I won!

It’s such a cute bag, but that’s not the best of it.  This bag is very well designed – and I wish I could find a place to purchase it.  No luck so far.  You can look at this and other bags made by the same company www.janetbasket.com .

What you can’t tell by looking at the picture is some features of this bag that set it apart from similar bags.  First, there’s the fabric.  It’s a heavy and durable water proofed nylon (or similar) material.  There is but a single seam to construct the basket and the handles are not attached.  Rather, they are part of the body of the sac and are folded over and sewn shut to create two stronger straps.  In addition, there’s a teeny little bag that the larger one folds down to fit into.  The miniature bag is about 4X6 inches and is constructed the same way as the larger bag with a snap closure.  So, you can carry the miniature bag around with you until you need a larger bag.  Then pull out and unfold the larger bag and you’ve got a nice bag for shopping or for carrying a crochet project.

I should have prefaced this article by stating that I do not buy bags!  Why?  My husband gets oodles of nicely sized tote bags from all kinds of vendors so I have a good supply in canvas, plastic, cotton duck, parachute and other fabrics.  Of course, they have the names of various vendors printed all over them, but I don’t care.  The difference with this bag is that it is, well, chic!  My usual totes are not highly functional but not very fashionable.

According to the website for janetbasket.com, there are different styles of bags (check out the picnic tote) and this bag in a wide variety of colors.  If you know a site or shop that sells this bag, please let me know!

Comments

  3. Know what? I own the exact bag you’re talking about, at least I think I do… trouble is, don’t know where I tucked it away right now! Just like you’re saying it folds down into a teeny little thing until you need it. Now I’m going to have to go and hunt it down! I purchased mine in a hospital gift shop about two years ago. Loved this bag!

  4. They are sold right on that site you linked to. Click on the “direct retail” link at the top of the page.

Have you read?

The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book: That Rooster Had Me Hooked

Apparently, this is the year chickens took over my crafting attention. First came the emotional support chickens, then the pocket chickens, and now a rooster has managed to talk me into looking at another crochet book.

Honestly, put a crocheted chicken in front of me at this point and I’m going to stop scrolling.

That is exactly what happened with The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book. The rooster sucked me in before I had even properly investigated what else was inside. After all the emotional support chicken crochet patterns we’ve been sharing, you would think I’d have had enough poultry. Apparently, there is still room in the imaginary yarn coop.

Now, a little honesty before we go any further: I haven’t read this book yet or tried its patterns. This is a look at why it has caught my attention ahead of publication. I have a very good feeling about this one, and I’m expecting it to be a lovely addition to the crochet bookshelf.

What’s Inside The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book?

The publisher describes a collection of 25 crochet patterns with variations for more than 45 amigurumi projects, created by ConcernedApe, Megan Lapp and Ryan Novak.

The announced projects include Junimos, Slimes, chickens, a Junimo Hut and familiar game items. There are simpler projects such as Eggs alongside more challenging makes, including the Mermaid Pendant.

The chicken variations are particularly tempting, with different beaks, combs and tail feathers, plus White, Blue, Brown, Golden and Void varieties. You can probably see why my attention keeps wandering back to the coop.

It is scheduled for release on 26 January 2027 through Random House Worlds, with 240 pages in the hardcover edition.

Why This Crochet Book Is on My Radar

What appeals to me is the combination of recognisable characters and slightly ridiculous little objects. Those are often the crochet projects that make me smile most. A useful blanket is wonderful, but sometimes you simply want a tiny yarn creature keeping you company beside the sewing machine.

If you’ve enjoyed our emotional support pocket chicken crochet feature, you’ll understand the attraction. Small, characterful projects have a way of becoming much more tempting than the sensible project already waiting in your basket.

For Stardew Valley fans, there is also the pleasure of making something connected to a favourite game. We’ve previously shared a Junimo crochet pattern, so this feels like a lovely next book to explore for readers who enjoy that crossover between gaming and yarn.

Would I Add It to My Crochet Wishlist?

Absolutely. I can’t yet comment on the clarity of the instructions, the finishing details or how the patterns work up. Those are things I would want to assess with the book and a hook in hand.

But based on the announced collection, I know this is going to be a good one for my kind of crochet browsing: plenty of personality, playful projects and chickens I’m already mentally choosing yarn for.

You can take a closer look at The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book on Amazon.

I came for the rooster. I suspect I’ll stay for the rest of the farm.