In Solid Blue Easy Crochet Market Tote Bag Free Pattern
Whip together a chic, eco-friendly accessory with the Crochet Market Tote Bag Pattern – perfect for stylish and sustainable shopping adventures.
This engaging pattern allows you to create a stylish and practical tote bag in a solid blue color, perfect for carrying groceries, books, or beach essentials. Crocheted from durable, eco-friendly yarns, this market tote bag is both functional and fashionable.
Easy Market Tote Bag
The beauty of this pattern lies in its simplicity, as the bag is worked seamlessly from the bottom up, starting with a rectangular base and then building the sides with continuous rounds. The solid blue design ensures a classic look, while the sturdy construction guarantees to keep your bag in tip-top shape use after use.
Tip:
To add some extra strength, use a slightly thicker yarn for the base and handles to ensure your tote can easily carry heavier items!
Materials:
- Yarn – Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in Denim, 3 skeins
- 4mm (US G/6) Crochet Hook
- Darning Needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
- Ch = Chain
- Sl st = Slip Stitch
- SC = Single Crochet
- DC = Double Crochet
- DTR = Double Treble Crochet
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
- Rep = Repeat
Process:
- Foundation Chain: Start by chaining 51 stitches.
- Row 1: Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each stitch to the end (50 stitches total).
- Rows 2-16: Chain 1, turn your work, and single crochet in each stitch to the end (50 stitches).
- Round 1: Form a border around the rectangle, working in rounds from this point, placing single crochets evenly along the edges and additional single crochets in the corners to keep a crisp shape.
- Rounds 2-21: Chain 2 and double crochet in each stitch around, joining with a slip stitch to complete the rounds.
- Round 22-27: Alternate between rounds of double treble crochet with chain spaces and rounds of single crochet, creating a patterned section.
- Rounds 28-31: Chain 1 and single crochet in each stitch around, slip stitch to join the rounds.
- Round 32 (Strap Creation): Chain 1, single crochet in 17 stitches, then chain 84 for the strap, skip 20 stitches for the armhole, single crochet in the next 46 stitches, chain 84 again for the second strap, skip another 20 stitches, then single crochet in the remaining 29 stitches.
- Rounds 33-36: Include one single crochet into each chain of the straps, maintaining the stitch count, and join with a slip stitch at the end.
- On completing Round 36, fasten off and weave in all ends to tidy up your work.
Your beautiful Crochet Market Tote Bag is now ready for adventure. Indulge in the bright side of crafting with this functional and trendy accessory at your side.
