"The Coastal Sun Crochet Beach Tote Bag is a fast and fun project. Crochet this easy tote bag for everyday use or even for a beach day. Create stripes using your scrap yarn or crochet it in solid colors. This beginner friendly crochet beach tote pattern is worked bottom up, in the round with 100% cotton yarn. Although, acrylic yarn is suitable as well. These crochet bags make great gifts that are beautiful and useful for everyone."

"This pattern was designer by a guest designer through Joy of Motion Crochet. The Sandy Crossbody Tote is the perfect on-the-go stylish tote. Throw a couple of water bottles and a pair of sunglasses in it for a quick visit to the park with your kiddos. Throw your wallet and coupons in it for a jaunt up to the craft store. Toss in a book and a bottle of sunscreen and hit the beach. This tote would even make a beautiful date night bag. If you are worried about small bits like lipstick or other odds and ends, then grab a stylish little zipper pouch to put those little bits in and toss it into your Sandy Crossbody Tote."

However, you can also get a bit funky with these bags as well. Thus, here is one that's a bit playful, but certainly beautiful and fun to make. Moreover, the rounded bottom will stop little items from getting stuck in the corners.

The first essentials tote bag we have is the star stitch tote. Indeed, this is a project on the fancier side of this category. In particular, the reinforced edge, bottom and handles are a very good feature.

However, you can't ho far wrong with a classic, simple essentials tote bag. Thus here is one that's just about the most traditional design that will fit a boho-inspired get up perfectly.

Finally, what essentials tote bag collection would be complete without a crochet project bag? It wouldn't, so here is a crocheted tote for all your crochet project needs. Indeed, the project container demonstrates just how good the projects inside can be.

So, our first griddle stitch project is a handbag, or rather a tote. Overall, this is a classic flat-sided tote with “rope” handles. However, the griddle surface really gives it its own flair.

"This crochet pattern is for a mini tote bag. Perfect and stylish. This free pattern is easy to follow with photos to guide you along as you make your own crochet tote. This tote is made on 2mm hooks, but you can change your hook size as the finished size can vary. These tote bags are perfect for produce and shopping bags. A great way to save the environment. This free crochet pattern is suitable for intermediate to advanced crocheters."

"This spectacular mandala motif is transformed into a simple tote bag with the addition of perfectly placed tabs along the sides and bottom of the two motifs. The textured strap is worked right into the side of the bag. Optional lining instructions are included, too. This motif would also make an exquisite joined motif afghan. Click the link below to view the free crochet pattern, video tutorial and detailed crochet charts. I can't wait to see what you all create!- Kristin Omdahl"