Crochet Elegant Braided Tote Bag Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in Brown, Cream, and Navy
• Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5 mm)
• Other: Tapestry needle, stitch markers

Gauge:

14 stitches x 18 rows = 4 inches in single crochet

Finished Size:

Approximately 14 inches wide x 12 inches tall (excluding handles)

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• st(s): stitch(es)

Instructions:

Base:

1. With Brown yarn, ch 45.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (44 sc).
3. Rows 2-8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.

Strips (Make 10):

1. With Brown, Cream, or Navy, ch 56.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (55 sc).
3. Rows 2-4: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.

Bag Assembly:

1. Arrange strips in a braided pattern, alternating colors as in the photo.
2. Pin strips in place and sew edges together securely.
3. Attach braided panel to base by sewing along the bottom edge.

Handles (Make 2):

1. With Brown yarn, ch 7.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (6 sc).
3. Repeat until handle measures 18 inches.
4. Sew handles securely to the inside top edge of the bag.

Finish:

• Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
• Block to shape if necessary.

Enjoy your elegantly braided tote bag!