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Sunday 26 November 2023

The Lilac Tote Shoulder Bag - Free Crochet Pattern

Hello Everyone! 😉

Today I am here to share the Lilac Tote Shoulder crochet pattern with you. It's worked from the bottom up, in joined rounds using crochet stitches such as - chain, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet, 2 double crochet cluster stitch. The handle strap is made as separate piece and sewn to the bag after it's completed.

I used Worsted / Aran weight (#4) cord type yarn ( thickness - 3 mm)

and a 4,5 mm (G/7) crochet hook.

You will find the written pattern and a video tutorial below.

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Crocheting! 😊

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Finished Size:

Height: 30 cm (11,8''); Width at widest point: 34 cm (13,4''); Depth: 8,5 cm (3,3''); Strap length: 60 cm (23,6'')

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate (advanced beginner)

Gauge: 7 stitches x 3,5 rows = 5 cm (2'') x 5 cm (2'') in double crochet

Materials Used:

Worsted - Aran weight cord type yarn, size 4 - medium. I used YarnArt Macrame Cotton - (250 grams / 225 meters) - 80% Cotton, 20% Polyester. 2 skeins (approx 387 metres) needed for this pattern.
4,5 mm (G/7) crochet hook.
Scissors.
Yarn needle.
2 Stitch markers.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

sp./sps. - space / spaces

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

2dc cluster - 2 double crochet cluster stitch - (yarn over, insert the hook into indicated stitch or chain space, yarn over and draw up a loop. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook)* repeat 2 times. Now you have 3 loops on hook. Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.

( )* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

BASE

Foundation chain: ch32

Round 1: 3dc in 3rd ch from hook, 1dc in each of next 28 ch sts, 6dc in last ch st., 1dc in each of next 28 ch sts along the other side of the foundation chain, 3dc in last ch st.

Join the round with a sl st. in first dc st.

(68 sts)

Round 2: ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 2dc in same st., 2dc in each of next 2 sts, 1dc in each of next 28 sts, 2dc in each of next 6 sts, 1dc in each of next 28 sts, 2dc in each of remaining 3 sts.

Join the round with a sl st. in first dc st.

(80 sts)

Round 3: ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 2dc in same st., 2dc in each of next 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 32 sts, 2dc in each of next 8 sts, 1dc in each of next 32 sts, 2dc in each of remaining 4 sts.

Join the round with a sl st. in first dc st. Do not fasten off.

(96 sts)

BODY

Round 4: ch2 (counts as 1dc of first 2dc cluster st.),

(1dc, ch1, 2dc cluster) in same st.,

(skip 2 sts, (2dc cluster, ch1, 2dc cluster) in next st.)* repeat 31 times around.

Join the round with a sl st. in first dc st.

(64 2dc cluster sts., 32 ch1 sps.)

Round 5: sl st. in next ch1 sp., ch2 (counts as 1dc of first 2dc cluster st.),

(1dc, ch1, 2dc cluster) in that same ch1 sp.,

(skip 2 sts, (2dc cluster, ch1, 2dc cluster) in next ch1 sp.)* repeat 31 times around.

Join the round with a sl st. in first dc st.

(64 2dc cluster sts., 32 ch1 sps.)

Round 6 - 18: repeat Round 5.

Round 19: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc in same st.,

(skip next ch1 sp., 1sc in next 2 sts)* repeat 31 times around,

skip next ch1 sp., 1sc in last st.

Join the round with a sl st. in first sc st.

(64 sts)

Round 20: sl st. in each st. around. Join the round with a sl st. in first st., ch1.

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

THE STRAP

Foundation chain: leave approx 20 cm long tail for sewing! Ch71.

Row 1: 1sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1sc in each ch st. across.

(70 sts)

Row 2 - 4: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), turn, 1sc in each st. across.

(70 sts)

Fasten off, leaving approx 20 cm long tail for sewing.

Lay your bag on a flat surface and place stitch markers in both side corners.

Sew the ends of the strap tightly into the corners of your bag.

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Other Crochet Bag Patterns You Might Enjoy:

Tote Net Bag

Arcade Market / Beach Bag

Lacy Tote Bag

Elegant Market Tote Bag
Boho Tote Bag

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©2023 KristinesCrochets

Sunday 16 July 2023

The Shells Tote Bag - Free Crochet Pattern

Hi everyone!🙂

Today i am sharing the Shells Tote Bag crochet pattern with you. Perfect for market, beach trips, day trips, etc. It's very easy to make - worked in joined rounds using basic stitches - chain, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet.

It's worked from the bottom up.The handle straps are crocheted directly onto the body so the bag is one piece with no extra seaming.

I used YarnArt Macrame Cotton cord type yarn (thickness - 3 mm), but any worsted weight cotton or cotton blend yarn will work.

If you want to learn how to crochet your very own Shells Tote Bag, I have a video tutorial for you below. Or scroll down to view the written pattern!

Happy Crocheting! 😊

You can also purchase the ad free printable PDF version of this pattern on my ETSY or RAVELRY

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Finished Size: Height without handles: 31 cm (12,2''), Width: 32 cm (12,6''), Depth: 8,5 cm (3,4'').

Skill Level: Easy - advanced beginner

Materials Used:

Worsted - Aran weight cord type yarn, size 4 - medium. I used YarnArt Macrame Cotton - (250 grams / 225 meters) - 80% Cotton, 20% Polyester. Thickness of the cord - 3 mm. 2 skeins (approx 315 meters) needed for this pattern.
4,5 mm (7) crochet hook.
Scissors.
Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends.
4 stitch markers.
Measuring tape.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

( )* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

BASE

Foundation chain: ch32 (multiples of 6 plus 2)
6 x 5 + 2 = 32

Round 1: 3dc in 3rd ch st. from hook, 1dc in each of next 28 ch sts, 6dc in next (last) ch st., 1dc in each of next 28 ch sts on the other side of foundation chain, 3dc in next (last) ch st.

Join with a sl st. in first dc st.

(68 dc sts)

Join with a sl st. in first dc st.

(80 dc sts)

Join with a sl st. in first dc st.

(96 dc sts)

BODY

Round 4: ch3 (counts as 1dc), skip 2 sts, 5dc in next st.,

(skip 2 sts, 1dc in next st., skip 2 sts, 5dc in next st.)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. in 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

(96 dc sts)

Round 5: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 4dc in same st., skip 2 sts, 1dc in next st.,

(skip 2 sts, 5dc in next st., skip 2 sts, 1dc in next st.)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. in 3rd ch st. of beginning ch3.

(96 dc sts)

Round 6: sl st. in each of next 2 sts, ch3 (counts as 1dc), skip 2 sts, 5dc in next st.,

(skip 2 sts, 1dc in next st., skip 2 sts, 5dc in next st.)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. in 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

(96 dc sts)

Round 7 - 18: repeat Round 5 - 6.

HANDLE STRAPS

Round 19: ch1 (doesn’t count as a st.), 1sc in same st., 1sc in each of next 15 sts, ch70, skip next 23 sts, 1sc in each of next 25 sts, ch70, skip next 23 sts, 1sc in each of remaining 9 sts until the end of round.

Join with a sl st. in first sc st. at the beginning of round.

(50 sc sts, 140 ch sts)

At this round you can also use stitch markers instead of counting stitches where the handle straps are going to be created.

Finish Round 18 as directed, lay your bag on a flat surface and place stitch markers approx 9 cm (3,5'') from the sides of the bag (2 stitch markers on front and 2 on back panel of the bag). Make sure that they are in the same place on both sides and continue as follows:

ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc in same st., 1sc in each st. until you get to the first stitch marker, remove the marker and 1sc in the marked st.,

ch70, remove the second stitch marker, 1sc in the marked st., 1sc in each st. until you get to the third stitch marker, remove the marker, 1sc in the marked st.,

ch70, remove the fourth stitch marker, 1sc in the marked st., 1sc in each st. until the end of the round.

Join with a sl st. in first sc st. at the beginning of round.

Round 20: ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc in same st., 1dc in each st. around.

Join with a sl st. in first dc st.

(190 dc sts)

Round 21: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc in same st., 1sc in each st. around.

Join with a sl st. in first sc st.

(190 sc sts)

Fasten off, weave in all ends!

Other Crochet Bag Patterns You Might Enjoy:

Tote Net Bag

Arcade Market / Beach Bag

Sunday 28 May 2023

Crochet V Stitch Bag Pattern

Hello Everyone! 😉

Today I am here to share the V Stitch Bag crochet pattern with you. It's worked from the bottom up. The straps are made in two separate sides and sewn together.

This pattern is written for those with basic crochet knowledge.To make this tote bag, you should be familiar with basic crochet stitches and terminology. You should also know how to crochet in the round as well as how to work in back and forth turned rows.

I used DK weight (size 3 - light) YarnArt Macrame cord type polyester yarn and a 3,5 mm (E4) crochet hook.

You will find the written pattern and a video tutorial below.

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Crocheting! 😊

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Finished Size: Height without handle straps: 25 cm (9,8'')

Height with handle straps: 61 cm (24'')

Width: 30 cm (11,8'')

Depth: 9 cm (3,5'')

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate (advanced beginner)

Materials Used:

DK weight cord type polyester yarn, size 3 - light. I used YarnArt Macrame - (90 grams / 130 meters) - 100% Polyester. Cord thickness - 2 mm. 3 skeins (approx 335 meters) needed for this pattern.
3,5 mm (E4) crochet hook.
Scissors.
Yarn needle.
2 stitch markers.
Measuring tape.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

V st. - V stitch - (1dc, ch1, 1dc) into indicated stitch

( )* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Foundation chain: ch42 (multiple of 3)

Round 1: 2dc into 4th ch from hook, 1dc into next 37 ch sts, 6dc into last ch st.,

1dc into next 37 ch sts on the other side of foundation chain, 3dc into last ch st.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

(86 dc sts. including ch3 at the beginning of round)

Round 2: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into same st., 2dc into each of next 2 sts,

1dc into next 37 sts, 2dc into each of next 6 sts, 1dc into next 37 sts, 2dc into each of last 3 sts.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

(98 dc sts)

Round 3: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into same st., 2dc into each of next 3 sts, 1dc into next 41 sts, 2dc into each of next 8 sts, 1dc into next 41 sts, 2dc into each of last 4 sts.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

(114 dc sts)

Round 4: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into each st. around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

(114 dc sts)

Round 5: ch4, 1dc into same st. (counts as first V st.),

(sk next 2 sts, V st. into next st.)* repeat 37 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.

(38 V sts)

Round 6: sl st. into center of first V st. of previous round,

ch4, 1dc into same st. (counts as first V st.),

V st. into center of each V st. around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.

(38 V sts)

Round 7 - 21: repeat Round 6

Fasten off, weave in the ends.

Bag Straps

Lay your bag on a flat surface, measure it across and mark the V stitch in the center. Repeat on the other side of the bag and make sure the V stitches you marked line up on both sides.

Strap 1:

With the right side of bag facing, join the yarn to the left dc st. of the marked V stitch.

Row 1: ch3 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into center of next V st.,

V st. into center of next 16 V sts,

dc2tog over the center of next V st. and first dc st. of next (marked) V st.

(1 dc st., 16 V sts, 1 dc2tog st.)

Row 2: ch3 (doesn't count as st.), turn, 1dc into center of next V st.,

V st. into center of next 14 V sts,