A reticule is basically a small purse women 8n the 1700s, 1800s and early 1900s used to carry small accessories like cosmetics, handkerchiefs, calling cards, and more.
Many of these bags are called 'opera bags' on websites, and this is not incorrect. Many handmade bags like these were used to go to the opera and other evening events, as well as day events.
I like making mine because they are pretty, they're good for holding yarn and projects, and they can hold a cellphone, a card, some cash, and, albeit a small project. Depends on the size!
This new bag is called (on this website) 'A three cornered bag'.
I'm making it with a 1.3mm us size 10 hook and size 20 dmc cebelia cotton. I almost want to make it with size 30 cotton, as the original pattern calls for but I am unsure if it will be too small. I have been making a lot of irish crochet motifs lately so I am well used to the thread size.
Will update with pictures of my work on this reticule!
-jtp
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