Crochet Chic Textured Mini Tote Bag Free Pattern
Crochet Chic Textured Mini Tote Bag Free Pattern
This pattern is designed for the adventurous beginner looking to enhance their crochet skills while creating a fashionable accessory.
Materials Needed:
- Worsted weight yarn (approximately 200 yards)
- Size H (5 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Two wooden buttons
- Scissors
Gauge:
11 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in crochet texture stitch
Finished Size:
Approximately 10 inches wide and 8 inches tall
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
Instructions:
Base:
Ch 28.
Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook, sc in each ch across. Turn (27 sc).
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across. Turn. (27 sc)
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in first sc, *ch 1, skip 1 sc, dc in next sc; repeat from * across, ending with dc in last sc. Turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each dc and ch 1 space across. Turn.
Repeat rows 3-4 until you reach approximately 9 inches in height, ending with a Row 4.
Body:
Switch to a more solid stitch.
Continue with sc in each st for the next 10 rows.
Sides and Handles:
At each end, ch 10, sk 5 stitches, and sl st to the other side to form the handles.
Finishing:
Fold the bag and seam the sides. Use the yarn needle to weave in loose ends.
Attach the buttons as closure and embellishment.
Optional Coin Purse:
Ch 16 and follow similar steps for a mini version, following base, body, and handle design. Finish with a button closure.
