Elegant Crochet Market Bag
This stylish crochet market bag is perfect for carrying groceries, beach essentials, or day-to-day items. With its boho-chic design and ample space, it's a great accessory for eco-conscious shoppers. Ideal for beginners, this pattern will guide you step-by-step toward creating your very own versatile bag.
Elegant Crochet Market Bag
Materials:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (approximately 200-300 yards)
- Size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving ends
Gauge: 14 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in double crochet. To check your gauge, make a swatch of 20 stitches and 22 rows in double crochet, and measure 4 inches. Adjust hook size if necessary.
Abbreviations:
- CH - Chain
- DC - Double Crochet
- SL ST - Slip Stitch
- SC - Single Crochet
Instructions:
- Foundation Round: CH 5, join with a SL ST to form a ring.
- Round 1: CH 3 (counts as first DC), work 11 DC into the ring. Join with a SL ST in the top of the starting CH 3. (12 DC)
- Round 2: CH 3, DC in the same stitch, 2 DC in each stitch around. Join. (24 DC)
- Round 3: CH 3, DC in the same stitch, *1 DC in next stitch, 2 DC in next stitch*, repeat from * to * around. Join. (36 DC)
- Round 4: CH 3, *1 DC in next 2 stitches, 2 DC in next stitch*, repeat from * to * around. Join. (48 DC)
- Round 5-10: CH 3, DC in each stitch around. Join (48 DC)
- Round 11: CH 1, SC in the same stitch, *CH 2, skip next 2 stitches, SC in next stitch*, repeat around. Join. (16 CH-2 spaces)
- Round 12: CH 3, *DC in next SC, DC in CH-2 space*, repeat around. Join.
- Repeat Round 12 until bag measures approximately 14 inches from the bottom.
- Strap: CH 3 + 1 for turning, SC across for approximately 30-36 inches, depending on desired strap length. Fasten off.
- Attach the strap: Use a tapestry needle to sew the strap to the sides of the bag securely.
- Finishing: Weave in all ends with the tapestry needle. For a polished look, consider blocking your bag to shape it properly.
Optional Variations: Change yarn color every few rounds for a striped effect, add a lining for added durability, or use a different hook size for a tighter or looser weave.
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