Crochet Market Tote Bag

Crochet Market Tote Bag Pattern

This crochet market tote bag is made with a combination of natural and deep purple yarns, featuring a thick bottom section and a lighter top. It has sturdy handles that make it easy to carry. The finished dimensions of the bag are approximately 12 inches wide by 12 inches high, and the handles provide a comfortable grip. Perfect for carrying your groceries, books, or beach gear!

Materials Needed:

• 3 skeins of 100% cotton yarn (1 skein each of cream and dark purple)
• Size J (6.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Gauge:

13 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in single crochet.

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• st(s) - stitch(es)
• rep - repeat

Instructions:

1. Base of the Bag:
   • With the dark purple yarn, create a slip knot and chain 40.
   • Row 1: In the second chain from the hook, make 1 sc. Continue to sc in each chain across. (39 sc)
   • Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each stitch across. (39 sc)
   • Repeat Row 2 until you have completed a total of 10 rows. The width of the base should measure about 12 inches.
2. Body of the Bag:
   • Change to cream yarn.
   • Row 11: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (39 sc)
   • Repeat Row 11 for a total of 8 rows (Rows 11-18).
   • At the end of Row 18, switch back to dark purple yarn.
   • Row 19: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (39 sc)
   • Repeat Row 19 for an additional 10 rows.
3. Creating the Handles:
   • At the end of Row 28, do not ch 1. Instead, sl st across the top edge of the bag to the desired point where you want to attach the handles. Attach the yarn for the handles at about 6 inches from the left side of the bag.
   • Ch 40, and attach to the starting point with a sl st. This creates the first handle.
   • Ch another 40, and attach the other end to the bag 6 inches from the right side. Sl st to secure.
4. Finishing:
   • Fasten off the yarn and weave in any loose ends using the yarn needle.
   • Gently block the bag to shape it as desired.

Your market tote bag is now complete! This functional and beautiful bag is perfect for carrying your essentials and makes a wonderful gift for friends and family.