However, a granny crochet bag doesn't have to be an airy' lacy affair. Thus here is one that is solid and durable.
The original pattern and the photos are available at Crochet with Clare blog:
Solid Granny Square Bottom Bag
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Wildwood Project Bag
"Use up your favorite fabric scraps by making this easy bag. Sew up the fabric into a bag bottom and then add crochet around the top to make a cute and quick project bag that is perfect to hold a ball of yarn and your hook. It's easy to resize too: just resize your fabric and use it as the guide for the crochet. This would look great with a print on the bottom and a solid yarn on top or solid on the bottom and a variegated on the top. This would look great with a print on the bottom and a solid yarn on top or solid on the bottom and a variegated on the top. "
Large Durable Plarn Tote
"The large size of this tote makes it perfect for carrying a wide range of items, from shopping to swim towels. This bag is made up of over one hundred plastic shopping bags. Core material (also made of plastic bags) is added every three rounds to increase durability and add rigidity to the tote. This pattern is relatively simple, the only stitches you need to know are single crochet and slip stitch. You will also need to know how to work in the round."
Square Bottom Tote
"I just love crochet patterns that look more complex then they are. That is definitely the case with the square bottom crochet tote bag. This bag starts with a simple solid granny square then in just a few rows of decreases you have a bag that is perfect for on the go. Do you ever have to dump out your entire purse to find your keys? This crochet tote will never hide your keys from you. You just lay the bag on a flat surface and it opens up nice and wide. Shuffle things around just a bit and you will be able to find anything you are looking for. "
Crochet Tote Square Bottom Bag
No doubt, crochet patterns look complex and tricky for beginners. But once you start working on them, you will surely enjoy them. Create this crochet tote square bottom bag with a free pattern. To make this bag, all you need to do is working on the granny square. You can work on each square separately. Later, sew them together in a bag shape. Apart from granny squares, this bag involves double crochet, chain, and slip stitches. Moreover, use Red Heart super saver yarn in the desired color to make this crochet piece of art!
Modern Granny Square Tote Bag Crochet Pattern
Whether you're just starting to learn how to crochet or are a crochet expert, this easy Modern Granny Square Tote Bag Crochet Pattern is a perfect project for anyone! If you've got a vacation planned, use this free crochet bag pattern to make a bag that will carry all of your daily belongings. You can even use this pattern to make a neat gift item for someone who loves traveling or is always on-the-go. The colorful blue and brown design makes this bag both elegant to look at and durable for repeated use. Find out how handy this small crochet tote bag will be during all your travels!
