Add some color to your wardrobe with the bold Patchwork Diamond Tote Bag. Not only is this bright and cheerful tote bag easy and beginner-friendly, but it is also made out of bulky cotton yarn, so it works up quickly. Plus, the cotton yarn means this tote will be a durable and sturdy piece in your collection for years to come. By seaming together several small crochet squares, this tote can be adjusted in size to be either larger or smaller than the pattern outlines simply by adding or subtracting squares. Pick two of your favorite colors and stitch up your new go-to purse or project bag today!
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Tivoli Purse
"The Tivoli Crochet Purse Pattern is a solid crochet bag that works for your everyday items. The lovely and sturdy sedge stitch provides a nice solid crochet fabric for this purse. The free crochet purse pattern includes tutorial for adding straps. When I came across this beautiful sedge stitch I knew it would make a sturdy crochet purse. While it is highly likely I will stuff my new bag with more yarn, I wanted a purse that would hold a wallet and my notebook. Yeah I could fill it with all sorts of mom necessities, but sometimes I just want a small bag with the essentials! "
Crochet Diamond Tote
These Diamond Tote bags are so much fun to work up! The smaller size is perfect for a lunch bag size for work or to hold smaller items, while the larger size makes a nice and roomy size for day trips, shopping, beaches, and anything! This bag is made from the bottom up, starting with a rectangular base. Then the body is made using Tapestry Crochet technique. Finally, you'll add the handles in the last few rounds at the top of the bag. This free pattern includes 3 video tutorials to help you along the way with the base, tapestry crochet, and the handles. I hope you enjoy making your Diamond Tote!
Easy Crochet Purse Handles
"Bags and purses are so popular to crochet, but finding the right purse handles doesn't always fit in with your project! These purse handles are made very quickly, and are sturdy and durable. They can be made in any colors to match your project, or in jute which will coordinate with any colors. Black is also another good option and it too will work with any color of purse being made! Add this pattern to your bags and purses patterns for a quick finishing detail!"
Aloha Tote
Everyone needs a carefree, sturdy tote for summer and the Aloha Tote answers the call. What is more perfect for warm summer months than a Hawaii inspired tote featuring aloha flowers and a bright color? The sample is made in red, but any bright color would work well. Imagine it in other colors such as bright pink, bright blue, bright yellow, or bright purple. Add some easy straps made from nylon webbing and a simple lining, and you are ready to go.
Danbury Tote Bag Free Crochet Pattern
"Truly a beginner friendly pattern, the Danbury Tote Bag comes together quickly. Working up in the round with joined rows, the resulting tote bag is sturdy and versatile. It does not even need a lining! You can incorporate stripes (as shown) or go for a solid, one color design. This bag was designed using Lion Brand REWIND, which is a durable yarn that does not skimp on softness. From the market to the beach and everywhere in between, the Danbury Tote Bag will be a new favorite!"