Crochet Stylish Natural Flat-Bottom Tote Bag Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn in natural color (approximately 600 yards)
• Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• st = stitch
• sl st = slip stitch
• rnd = round

Instructions:

Base:

1. Ch 51.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. (50 sc)
3. Rows 2-40: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
4. Do not fasten off. Continue to 'Sides.'

Sides:

1. Rnd 1: Work 2 sc in the corner, sc evenly around the rectangle, placing 2 sc in each corner. Join with sl st to first sc.
2. Rnds 2-40: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Handles (Make 2):

1. Ch 8.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn. (7 sc)
3. Rows 2-80: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Finishing:

1. Sew the handles securely to the top edge of the bag, positioning them symmetrically.
2. Weave in any remaining ends.

Your natural flat-bottom tote bag is complete! Enjoy your stylish new accessory!