Crochet Market Tote Pattern

Being eco-friendly has never been so stylish than with this free crochet tote pattern!

If you're a frequenter of farmer's markets or like to take your own bags to the grocery store, then you should be eco-friendly in style! This Crochet Market Tote Pattern is the precious accessory you've been waiting for. This free crochet tote pattern is the perfect size to handle any shopping escapade with ease, and its simply elegant design will have people wondering where you got it. With crocheted handles, this DIY market bag is made of 100% yarn, so you'll never have to worry about loosely stitched handles again! Be prepared for any shopping spree with this adorable tote pattern.

Easy

Crochet HookK/10.5 or 6.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(5) Bulky/Chunky (12-15 stitches for 4 inches)

Finished Size14'' x 7'' x 6''

Materials List

4 Skeins of DGY Reclaimed Chiffon Ribbon (320 yards)
U.S. K/10.5 (6.5 mm.) crochet hook
Scissors

Instructions - Base

Notes:

The sample was created with BLDC Back Loop Double Crochet. This pattern can also be made with DC.
This sample uses Chainless Starting Double Crochet to start many of its rows, but you can start each row with a traditional CH3.
This project doesn't have to be perfect as far as stitch count goes. So, if your count is a bit off, just compensate when making the 10 stitch gap so that the handles are centered.
When using the Chainless Starting Double Crochet, the beginning stitch will sometimes migrate to the left as you work. This will change the number of stitches worked before the 10 stitch gap. For either of these instances, flatten your work and find the center front. Count out five stitches from the center in both directions. These are your 10 gap stitches.
Blocking is not necessary.

Start with an SL Knot. base CH 16.
RND 1: CH 1. 2 SC in the next ST. SC in each CH for the next 14 STS. 3 SC in the next CH. Rotate to work on opposite side of the base chain. SC in each of the next 15 STS. SL ST in the CH ST at the beginning of this round. (34 STS).
RND 2: CH 1. *SC in next ST. 2 SC in the next ST. SC in each of the next 14 STS. 2SC in next ST.* Repeat between *'s one time. SL ST in the CH ST at the beginning of this round. (38 STS).
RND 3: CH 1. *SC in next ST. 2 SC in next 2 STS. SC in each of the next 14 STS. 2 SC in each of the next 2 STS.* Repeat between *'s one time. SL ST in the CH ST at the beginning of this round. (46 STS).
RND 4: CH 1. *SC in next ST. 2 SC in next 2 STS. SC in each of the next 18 STS. 2 SC in each of the next 2 STS.* Repeat between *'s one time. SL ST in the CH ST at the beginning of this round. (54 STS).
RND 5: CH 1. * SC in next ST. 2 SC in next ST. SC in the next ST. 2 SC in the next ST. SC in each of the next 20 STS. 2 SC in the next ST. SC in the next ST. 2 SC in the next ST.* Repeat between *'s one time. SL ST in the CH ST at the beginning of this round. (62 STS).
RND 6: CH1. * SC in next ST. 2 SC in next ST. SC in the next ST. 2 SC in the next ST. SC in each of the next 20 STS. 2 SC in the next ST. SC in the next ST. 2 SC in the next ST. * Repeat between *'s one time. SL ST in the CH ST at the beginning of this round. (62 STS).
RND 6: CH 1. *SC in next SC. 2 SC in next ST. SC in next ST. 2 SC in next ST. SC in each of next 2 STS. 2 SC in next ST. SC in each of next 18 STS. 2 SC in next ST. SC in each of next 2 STS. 2 SC in next ST. SC in next ST. 2 SC in next ST.* Repeat between *'s one time. SL ST in the CH at the beginning of this round. (74 STS).

Instructions - Sides

RND 7-9: 1 Chainless Starting Double Crochet OR CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC in next ST. DC in each of the next STS. SL ST in top of Starting Double Crochet, OR in the third CH of beginning CH 3. (74 STS). Change to next color.
RND 10-12: 1 Chainless Starting Double Crochet OR CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC in next ST. DC in each of the next STS. SL ST in top of Starting Double Crochet, OR in the third CH of beginning CH 3. (74 STS). Change to next color.
RND 13-15: 1 Chainless Starting Double Crochet OR CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC in next ST. DC in each ST around. SL ST in both loops of top of Starting Double Crochet, OR in the third CH of beginning CH 3. (74 STS). Change to next color.
RND 16-17: 1 Chainless Starting Double Crochet OR CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC in next ST. DC in each ST around. SL ST in both loops of top of Starting Double Crochet OR in the third CH of beginning CH 3. (74 STS).
RND 18: 1 Chainless Starting Double Crochet OR CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC in each of next 13 STS. CH 10, skip next 10 STS (gap made). DC in each of next 27 STS. CH 10. Skip next 10 STS. DC in each of next 13 STS. SL ST in both loops of top of Starting Double Crochet, OR in the third CH of beginning CH 3.
RND 19: CH 1. SC in each of next 13 STS. SC 10 STS over and around the 10 chain stitches. SC in each of next 27 STS. SC 10 STS over and around the 10 chain stitches. SC in each of next 13 STS. SL ST in both loops of top of Starting Double Crochet, OR in the third CH of beginning CH 3.
FO and weave in ends.

Abbreviations

CH: Chain

SL Knot: Slip Knot

SC: Single Crochet

ST(S): Stitch(es)

BLDC: Back Loop Double Crochet

DC: Double Crochet

FO: Fasten Off

RND: Round

SL ST: Slip Stitch

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Zeemer

Jul 28, 2018

I love the colors of this crochet tote, very refreshing and relaxing. I was trying to start using this super bulky yarn but I cannot proceed with my 8 hook. The bag is so functional.

Member 0179118

Jul 24, 2018

This could be my new favorite. Most of them are longer than they are wide but this one is wider - love that.

Tooblessedtobestre esed

Jul 24, 2018

I love the idea of making market bags and this looks like a great one.

wandajb

Jul 23, 2018

I love large totes that can be used for grocery shopping.

mccandlessquilts

Jul 20, 2018

I really like this pattern, perfect for either a quick shopping trip. A gallon of milk and a few veggies perhaps, or for those special more delicate purchases in a regular shopping trip. I would use it for the eggs, tomatoes, bread, etc. I use my own bags and love the sturdiness of this market bag.

philli1511 3732034

Jul 18, 2018

really cute hope to make it soon

lstefanyk 9793739

Jul 17, 2018

I like this pattern and maybe I'll make it longer and narrower. Thanks

Knittingdancer on Ravelry

Jul 16, 2018

I like market bags.

tdikejuno 5071766

Jul 15, 2018

I have not yet made this pattern, but plan on it and will add to my saved patterns. I have rated it based on the photo. I love colorful, large bags of unique patterns and totes. I have many patterns saved that I will be making.

aketch

Jul 11, 2018

I like big, roomy over the shoulder bags because they have lots of room for random stuff, and are very practical.

kimlennie 9336847

Jul 10, 2018

I love all totes. This one will be just another to add to my collection.

karensuewaldner 91 70666

Jul 10, 2018

a tote bag kind of like the one shown,

ridiculosity 67303 43

Jul 09, 2018

My favorite bag pattern is the one I most recently made, whichever that is at the time.

newell09 0944436

Jul 09, 2018

This is another great idea. Other shopping bags rip or tear after a few uses. This will hold up for a long time.

rosemaryschild

Jul 09, 2018

I love this pattern!

princess6860504

Jul 05, 2018

This bag makes me think of gazing into the depths of the Mediterranean Sea. it is SO PRETTY. It is totally right up my alley. And, easy to construct with some great pics and instructions. I like how it is all one piece instead of having a handle attached separately.Thanks for giving us this pattern!