Dahlia Dusk Market Bag Free Pattern – Textured Flower Motif Crochet Tote

Carry a piece of twilight garden charm with this richly textured crochet tote, featuring dimensional dahlia motifs and a sturdy, stylish silhouette. The blend of deep berry and soft blush yarns creates a wearable work of art for everyday errands or market strolls. This free pattern is perfect for intermediate crocheters looking to add a boho-chic statement piece to their handmade collection.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies to ensure a smooth crocheting experience:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn in three colors:
  • Main Color (MC) – Deep Plum (approx. 250g)
  • Contrast Color A – Dusty Rose (approx. 100g)
  • Contrast Color B – Sage Green (approx. 50g)
• Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
• Notions: Yarn needle, stitch markers

Gauge: 16 sc x 18 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm) in single crochet. Gauge is not critical for this bag but affects final size.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Finished Size & Abbreviations

Finished Size: Approximately 14 inches wide x 12 inches tall (excluding handles), with a flat bottom and slight taper at top.

Abbreviations: ch = chain, sl st = slip stitch, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, tr = treble crochet, rnd = round, st(s) = stitch(es), sk = skip, sp = space, MC = Main Color, A = Color A, B = Color B

Special Stitches: Dahlia Motif (worked in rounds)

Make a magic ring.

• Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc in ring, sl st to first sc. (8 sc)
• Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to top of ch-3. (16 dc)
• Rnd 3: Ch 4 (counts as tr), tr in same st, 2 tr in each st around, sl st to top of ch-4. (32 tr)
• Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in same st, *ch 5, sk 3 sts, sc in next st; repeat from * around, ending with ch 5, sk 3 sts, sl st to first sc. (8 ch-5 loops)
• Rnd 5: Sl st into first ch-5 loop, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-5 loop around, sl st to first sc. Fasten off, weave in ends. (8 petals)

Bag Body (worked in one piece from bottom up)

Base

Start with MC and create a flat, circular base using increases:

• Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, ch 1, 8 sc in ring, sl st to first sc. (8 sc)
• Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, sl st. (16 sc)
• Rnd 3: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st. (24 sc)
• Rnd 4: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (32 sc)
• Rnd 5: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (40 sc)
• Rnd 6: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (48 sc)
• Rnd 7: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (56 sc)
• Rnd 8: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (64 sc)
• Rnd 9: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (72 sc)
• Rnd 10: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (80 sc)
• Rnd 11: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (88 sc)
• Rnd 12: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 10 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (96 sc)
• Rnd 13: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 11 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (104 sc)
• Rnd 14: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 12 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (112 sc)
• Rnd 15: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 13 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (120 sc)
• Rnd 16: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 14 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (128 sc)
• Rnd 17: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 15 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (136 sc)
• Rnd 18: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 16 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (144 sc)
• Rnd 19: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 17 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (152 sc)
• Rnd 20: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 18 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (160 sc)
• Rnd 21: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st. (160 sc) – Base complete.

Sides

Now work upward to create the bag body:

• Rnd 22: Ch 1, working in back loops only, sc in each st around, sl st. (160 sc) – This creates a clean edge for the base.
• Rnd 23-30: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st. (160 sc each rnd) – Work even for 8 rounds.

Dahlia Motif Placement

Add the floral embellishments to the bag body:

• Rnd 31: Ch 1, sc in next 20 sts, *work a Dahlia Motif (using A) in the next st (i.e., make a dahlia motif separately and attach it here by crocheting over it or sewing later – for seamless, crochet the motif and then join with sl st to the bag), sc in next 20 sts; repeat from * around (8 motifs total), sl st. (160 sc + 8 motifs)

Note: To attach motifs as you go, after completing each dahlia motif, use a sl st to join it to the bag at the designated stitch, then continue with sc.

• Rnd 32-40: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st. (160 sc each rnd) – Work even for 9 rounds, covering the motifs.

Top Edge

Finish the top of the bag with decorative eyelets:

• Rnd 41: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st. (160 sc)
• Rnd 42: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sk 2 sts; repeat from * around, sl st. (32 ch-2 sps) – This creates eyelets for drawstring or handles.
• Rnd 43: Ch 1, sc in each st and 2 sc in each ch-2 sp around, sl st. (160 sc)
• Rnd 44: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st. (160 sc) – Fasten off, weave in ends.

Handles (make 2)

Create sturdy, braided-looking handles:

• With MC, ch 100.
• Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (99 sc)
• Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (99 sc)
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach handles to the inside of the bag at the top edge, spacing them evenly (about 20 stitches apart on each side). Sew securely.

Finishing

Complete your bag with these final touches:

• Weave in all ends.
• Optionally, line the bag with fabric for extra durability.
• Block the bag gently to shape.

Dahlia Motif Assembly (Alternative Method)

If you prefer to crochet motifs separately, make 8 dahlia motifs using A. Position them evenly around the bag at Rnd 31, and sew them on securely with matching yarn. This allows for easier placement and adjustment.

Your Dahlia Dusk Market Bag is now complete! This boho-chic tote combines rich, earthy colors with a soft, tactile yarn texture, making it a beautiful and functional accessory for any occasion. The dimensional dahlia motifs add a unique, handcrafted touch that will surely draw compliments wherever you go.