Fingerweave Purse
Use our weaving loops to create a stylish handbag to match your favorite outfit.

You need:

• Weaving Loops (you'll need approximately one bag)
• 2 Sheets Craft Foam
• Needle and Thread

Instructions:

Cut two pieces of craft foam to 9"x 10" Stitch together on three sides leaving the top open.

Follow directions below to weave enough loops to wrap around purse to completely cover foam (about 20 feet).

1. Wrap the first loop around your pinky. Twist it one half turn and loop it around your ring finger.		2. Twist it another half loop and loop it around your middle finger. Another half twist and then around your index finger.		3. Repeat with the second loop.
4. Stretch out the bottom loop from from your pinky, Lift it over the top loop and stretch it over to the back of your pinky.		5. Do the same with your the loops on the other three fingers. Continue weaving until you have 16 loops.		6. To finish, bring the ends together, holding the loops.  Interweave the end loops through the beginning loops and tie with a double knot.

Stitch the loops in place to foam. Use small stitches on the edges of the loop with matching thread so stitches won't show.

Weave about 60 loops using the modified box weave shown below. This will become the handle. Stitch securely on the sides of the purse.

1. Double the first loop and wrap it around your index and middle finger, twisting it once.		2. Double the next loop and wrap it around your index and middle finger -- no need to twist.		3. Lift the bottom loop on the index finger out and up over the loop above it.
4. Lift the bottom loop on the middle finger out and up over the loop above it.		5. Continue weaving in this manner. Chain will grow down the palm of your hand.

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