• The finished size of the placemat may vary depending on the materials you use. Different manufacturers produce cords with different properties, even if they are labeled as 2 mm.

• You can practice with almost any type of yarn. If you want to make an eco-friendly version, we recommend using cotton cord or regular cotton yarn. Placemats also look stylish when made with jute. Using this single pattern, you can create completely different projects.

• The finished basket size may vary depending on the materials used. Different manufacturers produce cords with different density and thickness, even if the label shows the same size — 3 mm.

• To adjust the size of the basket, continue crocheting additional rounds of the base, making 6 increases in each of them until you reach the desired diameter.

• Do not start a new round until you are sure the previous one is perfectly even. If needed, steam the base after each round to help check and maintain its shape.

• This basket is made in one size, but the final result may vary depending on the quality of the yarn you use. Different manufacturers produce yarn with varying characteristics, even if the label indicates the same thickness of 7–9 mm.

• This tutorial requires careful attention, as the basket pattern is fairly complex. We recommend watching the video first and then using the written instructions as a supplement.

• The beads are attached using a thin needle and clear fishing line. For convenience, insert the needle from the front side, threading it through the yarn fibers so the line remains hidden.

• The finished basket size may vary depending on the materials used. Different manufacturers produce cords with different density and thickness, even if the label shows the same size — 3 mm.

• To adjust the size of the basket, continue crocheting the base rows, making increases and decreases according to the diagram until you reach the desired size.

• This bag is made in one size (23×10×17 cm), but the final result may vary depending on the characteristics of the yarn you use. Different manufacturers produce T-shirt yarn with varying density and stretch, even if the label indicates the same thickness of 7–9 mm.

• You can increase the width of the bag by a maximum of one puff stitch and add one additional row in height. However, keep in mind that this will also increase the weight of the finished bag.

• To do this, add 3 extra chain stitches when starting, and then follow the main instructions from the video tutorials. The side details will also need to be adjusted — crochet 2 additional rows of single crochet stitches for each side.

• This bag is made in one size (23×10×17 cm), but the final result may vary depending on the characteristics of the yarn you use. Different manufacturers produce T-shirt yarn with varying density and stretch, even if the label indicates the same thickness of 7–9 mm.

• You can increase the width of the bag by a maximum of one puff stitch and add one additional row in height. However, keep in mind that this will also increase the weight of the finished bag.

• To do this, add 3 extra chain stitches when starting, and then follow the main instructions from the video tutorials. The side details will also need to be adjusted — crochet 2 additional rows of single crochet stitches for each side.

• The key rule for an even base and neat knit stitches is not to rush. After every 2–3 stitches, adjust the loops to keep them straight and perfectly perpendicular to the base.

• The finished size of the bag in the tutorial is 23×9×25 cm.

• Much of the success depends on how carefully you shape each part of the bag by hand. This is one of the most important rules. Do not start a new round until you are sure the previous one is perfectly even.

• If necessary, steam the base after each round to help you better control the shape of the piece at every stage.

• It is important to carefully control the length and width of each piece to avoid gaps between the elements when joining them. The short sides should measure exactly 18 cm, and the long sides — 22.5 cm, which means each side should be a multiple of 4.5 cm. This ensures even and symmetrical joining of all parts.

• Measure the length of the pieces after completing 5–7 rows. The initial chain is too elastic, which may cause the first measurements to be inaccurate.

• Following the same principle, you can make a bag in any other size by adjusting the dimensions of the squares or the flap to your preference — for example, 5×5 cm, 6×6 cm, and so on.

• It is important to carefully control the length and width of each piece to avoid gaps between the elements when joining them. The short sides should measure exactly 18 cm, and the long sides 22.5 cm, meaning each side should be a multiple of 4.5 cm. This ensures even and symmetrical assembly of all parts.

• Measure the length of the pieces after completing 5–7 rows. The initial chain is very elastic, which may result in inaccurate measurements at the start.

• Following the same principle, you can make a bag in any other size by adjusting the dimensions of the squares and flap to your preference — for example, 5×5 cm, 6×6 cm, and so on.

• To crochet the bag using soutache cord, we recommend using 1.5 mm cord (2 skeins) for the flap and 2 mm cord (2 skeins) for the base. The squares for the flap should measure 5×5 cm, so the lengths of the pieces should be multiples of 5:

— short sides: 20 cm

— long sides: 25 cm

The crocheting process remains the same as in the tutorial — only the calculations change.

• You can easily adjust the size of the bag by starting with more or fewer chain stitches to change its length, and by crocheting the desired number of rows to achieve the preferred height.

• The finished size of the bag also depends on the materials used. Different manufacturers produce cords with varying characteristics, even if they are all labeled as 3 mm.

• Take your time! As you work, make sure to adjust and straighten the fabric by hand. Do not start the next row until you are sure the previous one is perfectly even.