Cottagecore Jewel Tone Floral Tote - Free Pattern

Cottagecore Jewel Tone Floral Tote - Free Pattern

Introduction

Embrace the enchanting charm of cottagecore with this stunning crochet tote bag, featuring vibrant jewel tones and intricate floral motifs. Perfect for carrying your essentials in style, this bag is both a fashion statement and a practical accessory. Whether you're heading to the farmer's market or enjoying a picnic in the park, this tote will add a touch of whimsy to your outfit.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in deep jewel tones: emerald green, sapphire blue, ruby red, and amethyst purple.
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook.
• Gauge: 14 double crochets (dc) and 7 rows = 4 inches.
• Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends and attaching floral motifs.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Create the Base of the Bag

1. Using emerald green yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
3. Inside the magic ring, work 11 double crochets. You should have a total of 12 double crochets in the ring.
4. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the chain 3.
5. Round 2: Chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch, then work 2 double crochets in each stitch around. Join. (24 dc)
6. Round 3: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next stitch, 2 double crochets in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join. (36 dc)
7. Round 4: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 double crochets in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join. (48 dc)
8. Round 5: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next 3 stitches, 2 double crochets in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join. (60 dc)
9. Continue working even in double crochet until the base measures 10 inches in diameter.

2. Crochet the Body of the Bag

1. Switch to sapphire blue yarn.
2. Round 1: Chain 3, double crochet in each stitch around. Join.
3. Rounds 2-10: Repeat Round 1 for a total of 10 rounds.

3. Create the Floral Motifs

1. Using ruby red yarn, create individual floral appliqués:
2. Make a magic ring, chain 1, and work 10 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join. (10 sc)
3. To form petals, *chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch, chain 3, slip stitch in the next stitch*; repeat around to complete the flower.
4. Make 5 flowers in ruby red and 5 in amethyst purple.

4. Attach the Flowers

1. Using a tapestry needle and matching yarn, attach the flowers randomly on the body of the bag.

5. Create the Handles

1. Using emerald green yarn, chain 60.
2. Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. (59 sc)
3. Rows 2-4: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch across for 3 additional rows.
4. Attach the handles securely to the inside of the bag using a tapestry needle.

6. Finish the Bag

1. For a clean finish, work a round of single crochet in emerald green around the top edge of the bag.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now created your very own Cottagecore Jewel Tone Floral Tote. This bag is not only functional but also a beautiful representation of your creativity. Enjoy using it or gifting it to someone special!