(Shown in Caron One Pound Soft Grey Mix, White & Sunflower
You can find a select variety of the 30 mm buttons in my Etsy shop here: By Jenni Designs)
This easy tote is worked in hdc's with a crab stitch edging, I love the crab stitch and use it often! The crab stitch is also referred to as a reverse single crochet by some. I recommend Caron One Pound yarn for this project, this yarn is slightly stiff (but not scratchy) and works well for a bag. You may of course use any worsted weight yarn you would like.
If you have any questions at all feel free to ask away, thanks for stopping by!
-Jenni
Skill Level: Easy
Finished Size: 10" in height x 14" wide (taken laid flat, does not include the bottom of bag)
Finished Size: 10" in height x 14" wide (taken laid flat, does not include the bottom of bag)
Supplies:
Caron One Pound Yarn, worsted weight in 3 choice colors
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Optional: 4 wooden buttons, size 30 mm
Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch - Chain
Sc - Single Crochet
Sl St - Slip Stitch
Sp - Space
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
C1 - Color 1
C2 - Color 2
C3 - Color 3
Note:
-Joins are made with sl st, be sure to pull your sl st joins tight so you don't end up with holes or gaps in your work.
Gauge:
4 hdc & 3 rows = 1"
Gauge is not extremely important for this pattern unless you want your tote the same size as the example.
Bag
With C1:
Row 1: Ch 31, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. Work 4 more hdc in last sp while rotating piece to the right so you can work on the opposite side of the foundation ch. Hdc in each across, working 4 hdc total in last sp. Join to first hdc. (66 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 29, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 sp, hdc in 29, 2 hdc in each of the last 3 sp. Join to first hdc. (74 hdc)
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 31, 2 hdc in each of the next 6 sp, hdc in 31, 2 hdc in each of the last 5 sp. Join to first hdc. (86 hdc)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 35, 2 hdc in each of the next 8 sp, hdc in 35, 2 hdc in each of the last 7 sp. Join to first hdc. (102 hdc)
Row 5: Ch 1, hdc in same and in next 44, 2 hdc in next 2 sp, hdc in next 49, 2 hdc in next 2 sp, hdc in last 4 sp. Join to first hdc, fasten off. (106 hdc)
Your piece should measure about 12" x 3 1/2".
With C2:
Join with sl st.
Row 6-10: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (106 hdc)
Fasten off.
With C3:
Join with sl st.
Row 11-15: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (106 hdc)
Fasten off.
With C2:
Join with sl st.
Row 16-20: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (106 hdc)
Fasten off.
With C3:
Join with sl st.
Row 21-25: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (106 hdc)
Fasten off.
With C2:
Join with sl st.
Row 26-30: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (106 hdc)
Fasten off.
With C3:
Join with sl st.
Row 31-34: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (106 hdc)
Row 35: Ch 1, Crab Stitch around, join, fasten off and sew in all your ends.
Straps
(make 2)
With C1:
Row 1: Ch 85, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 1, turn. (84 sc)
Row 2-4: Sc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn. (84 sc)
Row 5: Crab stitch around entire strap, ch 1 at the corners. Join, fasten off and sew in ends.
If you are adding the optional buttons, add them now and then sew your straps on to the bag. I laid the bag flat and measured from the sides about 2 1/4" for my placement.
Now this next step is optional but I didn't like how my stitches looked on the inside of the bag from sewing on my straps so I decided to create a little patch to cover them with. If you are lining your bag with fabric this step is not necessary. Unfortunately, my sewing machine hasn't been in working condition so I am not lining my bag (I was considering hand sewing a lining, maybe later though.).
Patch
(make 4)
With C3:
Row 1: Ch 7, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 1, turn. (6 hdc)
Row 2-4: Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn. (6 hdc)
Row 5: Hdc in same and in each across. Fasten off leaving a long end to sew on to bag. Using a whip stitch sew patch on to bag, sew in ends.
WOW. Nice bag, This is my next project. You are gifted!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your nice comment!
DeleteI don't even like yellow...but this is a really good looking bag. I have need for one in certain colors but think I may try yours after I finish. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dolly, I'm also not a yellow person but I liked this deep, darker color of yellow :)
Deletelove this bag and loving the colours. I have really been into using yellow, white and grey lately so this is definitely on my to do list. Thanks so much for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome and thank you as well!
DeleteIt you want to make this a bigger bag, would you chain more to start or jus add a few more rows of increases?
ReplyDeleteAdding additional increase rows after row 5 should so the trick!
DeleteI love this pattern and it's very easy to follow and turns out great. I'm already on bag #2
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Thanks so much for sharing!
Deletejust finished it in lime and ecru..very pretty, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI bet it's beautiful Dee! Feel free to share with me on facebook or instagram @byjennidesigns!
DeleteJust finished it in lime and ecru, very pretty..love it thanks for sharing!
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