Beginner’s guide: crochet your own everyday tote bag

Create your own everyday tote bag with this easy and beginner-friendly free crochet pattern. This versatile bag is perfect for everyday use – use it for market trips, beach outings, day trips, and more! The finished size is 11 inches in height (excluding handles), 13 inches in width, and 3.5 inches in depth, providing ample space for your belongings. To make this bag, you’ll need worsted-aran weight macrame cord type yarn (approximately 2 skeins). Also, you’ll need a 5mm (H) crochet hook, 4 stitch markers, and scissors. This easy pattern uses basic crochet stitches such as chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and double crochet. It is worked in joined rounds. Written instructions can be found in this helpful blog post, ensuring that you can easily follow along and crochet your own stylish and practical tote bag.