Crochet Mesh Tote Bag Pattern For Everyday Outgoings

Do you want a tote bag that's not only trendy but also practical for carrying all your daily essentials? Then, this Crochet Mesh Tote Bag Pattern is perfect for you. With easy-to-follow steps, you can create a lightweight and sturdy bag for your grocery shopping, beach outings, or everyday use. This crochet accessory pattern allows you to customize the size and color, so you can make a unique bag that suits your style perfectly. Start your crochet journey today and make a bag that's as fun to make as it is to use.

Crochet Mesh Tote Bag Pattern

Crafting the crochet mesh tote bag starts with learning a pattern that evolves from a solid oval base to a breezy mesh body, finally culminating in mesh straps for a practical finish. This DIY project utilizes 140g of durable 24/7 cotton yarn, ensuring your creation is less stretchy and more robust ideal for daily use. With detailed steps for each section of the bag, from chaining to stitching, the guide ensures you enjoy every loop and knot. Whether you're aiming to fashion a personal accessory or thinking of a thoughtful handmade gift, this tutorial offers all you need to weave a little magic into a functional crochet mesh tote.

Making The Mesh Tote Bag

Materials Needed:

• 140g of 24/7 cotton in white (medium-weight mercerized cotton yarn)
• 4 mm hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle
• Stitch markers (or safety pins/bobby pins)

Crochet Pattern:

Base:

1. Start with a slip knot and chain 40 (about 20 cm long).
2. Begin in the 3rd chain from the hook, 6 double crochets into this chain.
3. Work one double crochet in each of the remaining chains until the end, at the last chain, make 6 double crochets into the same chain.
4. Continue by working on the underside of the foundation chain, double crochet in the same spaces as the initial side.
5. Close the round by slip stitching to the first double crochet.Continue adding more rounds by increasing in strategic places to maintain an oval shape until you achieve the desired size of the base.

Body:

1. Transition to body: Chain 4 (counts as double crochet and chain 1). Skip 2 stitches; double crochet in the next, repeat the pattern of (chain 1, skip 1, double crochet in next) around.
2. Slip stitch to the third chain of the initial chain-4 to complete the round.
3. Repeat the mesh pattern for each round until the desired height of the bag is reached.

Straps:

1. Fasten off and reattach the yarn at the desired strap starting point using a slip knot.
2. Chain 2 (counts as the first double crochet), skip the first stitch, double crochet in the next, chain 1, continue the pattern.
3. Decrease at the ends by double crocheting two stitches together, continue with the mesh pattern until straps are around 1 inch wide.
4. Work straight on the strap without any decreases to the required length.

Finishing the Straps:

1. Outline the straps: Slip stitch to join both sides of each strap.
2. Work single crochets along the strap edges for a neater look.
3. Clean up all loose ends with a yarn needle.

Connecting and Finishing:

1. Use slip stitches or single crochets to connect the strap ends securely at the center of the opposite side of the bag.
2. Finish by weaving in all loose ends for a clean finish.

Optional:

• You can add more rounds to the base or the body to adjust the size according to your preference.
• Decorate with buttons, appliques, or embroidery for a customized look.