{"id":564,"date":"2022-08-01T18:54:07","date_gmt":"2022-08-01T18:54:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ahighlyunlikelylife.com\/solostitching\/?p=564"},"modified":"2022-08-01T18:54:16","modified_gmt":"2022-08-01T18:54:16","slug":"how-to-make-crocheting-on-the-go-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ahighlyunlikelylife.com\/solostitching\/how-to-make-crocheting-on-the-go-easy\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Crocheting On the Go Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Having time to crochet can be a challenge. One way to remove the obstacle of time is to make crocheting a portable activity that you can do on the go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a few simple steps, you can have your crochet bag set up and ready for your next outing. You can say goodbye to wasted time commuting by train or bus or sitting idly at the doctor’s office. And no more boredom while waiting for kids to get out of school or finish practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making crochet portable gives you the freedom to work on your project wherever you are, allowing you to maximize the time available to you each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, get ready to finish that project that has been waiting for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Making<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why Portable is Better<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have had many crochet bags over the years. Each bag traveled with me to doctor’s appointments, to the hospital where I stayed with my daughter, and on road trips to visit to friends and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I love to crochet, but my life has not always been conducive to setting aside time to work on my projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, as I was sitting in the car one day, I found myself thinking about a pair of mittens I was crocheting, wishing I had them with me. When I got home, I grabbed an empty purse out of my closet and put my mitten project in the bag. I started bringing it along everywhere I went. I was able to complete the mittens more quickly than normal because I had so much more time to spend on them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unknowingly, I had discovered the secret to having more time to crochet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making crochet portable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make Your Project Portable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You only need a few basics to get started with portable crochet. Once you try it out…and fall in love with crocheting on the go, you can add to this list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bag\/Purse<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This can be an old purse like I started with. You can also use a canvas bag with a couple of interior pockets and a large open space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am currently using a bag I crocheted to be my crochet bag. You can find the pattern for it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If I’m working on a blanket or larger project, I have a larger bag that I use. But the crocheted bag is perfect for a smaller project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But try to avoid anything too large and hard to carry. The idea is to make things easier for you so you don’t want to complicate things by carrying a massive bag around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Crochet<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tool Kit<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

I purchased a pouch for my crochet tools so I can have easy access to the hooks I will need for the project, scissors, stitch markers, and a yarn needle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find a variety of pouches and cases online, or you can repurpose an old makeup bag, pencil case, or even a Ziploc baggy. You can even make your own!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But when you’re first starting out, don’t go out and spend a bunch of money on finding all the latest trends. Keep it simple. Then, you can upgrade as you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Basic supplies needed for your kit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n