Striped Market Tote Bag Pattern
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A roomy, structured tote with a rectangular base, a seven-stripe colour-block body and sturdy double-thick handles, made in chunky braided cotton cord.
Size
About 17" wide x 14" tall, with a 15" x 5" flat base.
What's included
- Instructions for base, body, handles and assembly
- Colour sequence guide and abbreviations
- Crisp rectangle-corner method and handle reinforcement
Materials
- 5 mm braided cotton cord or T-shirt yarn (approx. 600-650 g)
- 7 mm hook, yarn needle, stitch markers
Skill level: Intermediate, but only ch, sc and sl st are used.
How you get it
- This is a digital PDF pattern, not a finished item. Nothing is posted to you.
- Your download link is emailed to you right after checkout.
- Written in US crochet terms.
You're welcome to sell items you make from this pattern. Please don't share or resell the pattern file itself. Questions? Email us at hello@wacommpatterns.com and we'll help.
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Questions crocheters ask
Can I use a different yarn or hook? Yes. The pattern lists exactly what we used, and any yarn of a similar weight will work. A different yarn or hook size changes the finished measurements, so work a small swatch first if size matters. Our guide crochet gauge explained shows how.
Is the pattern written in UK terms? The PDF is written in US crochet terms, but a UK-terms version is free — choose English (UK terms) from the Pattern language list above and we will email it to you. If you would rather convert as you go, our US to UK conversion chart covers every stitch used here.
Can I get the pattern in my language? Yes, and it costs nothing. There are 20 languages in the Pattern language list above — pick yours before you add to cart. The English PDF downloads straight away; any other language we send by email, usually the same day.
Will the bag stretch out of shape? Not if the fabric is worked firmly. Our guide on why crochet bags stretch explains which yarns and hook sizes cause sagging, and how to prevent it.
More answers are on our FAQ page.