Crochet Mesh Tote Bag Pattern Using Macrame Cord

The Crochet Mesh Tote Bag is a charming and handy item you can make yourself! It starts with looping yarn on a hook, creating a row of initial loops called a chain. As you build upwards, you crochet wider spaces, forming a mesh pattern that's perfect for carrying your favorite things.

Crochet Mesh Tote Bag

The bag's sides and bottom are crafted to hold plenty of items, making it ideal for a day out or a trip to the market. You'll also crochet a sturdy strap, ensuring it's comfortable to carry on your shoulder. With each stitch, you're not just making a bag; you're weaving creativity and personal touch into an accessory that's as unique as you!

Materials:

9mm crochet hook
3mm macramé cord

Start with a Slip Knot:

Place the yarn over the hook, with the end facing toward you.
Bring the end of the yarn to the back, wrapping around the longer end.
Bring the longer end over the front of the hook and pull it through to create a slip knot.

Create the Foundation Chain:

Chain 29 stitches.
(For a different size: Use a multiple of 3 + 5 chain stitches.)

1st Row:

Yarn over, and in the 8th stitch from the hook, make a double crochet through the back loop.
To make the double crochet: Yarn over, pull through the stitch, yarn over again, and pull through the first loop. Yarn over, pull through 2 loops, then yarn over again and pull through both remaining loops.
Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, and in the 3rd stitch, make another double crochet followed by 2 chain stitches.

Repeat this pattern for the rest of the row.

2nd Row and Beyond:

Start each new row with 5 chain stitches and turn your work over.
Skip 2 stitches and on the 3rd, double crochet followed by 2 chain stitches.
Continue this pattern for the entire row.
For the base of the tote, repeat the pattern for 3 rows.

Creating the Sides:

Continue the pattern above, but now go around the base of the tote.
At the end of the round, make a slip stitch (yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook).
Start each new row with 5 chain stitches and keep up the same pattern.

Creating the Strap:

On the 9th row, make 5 squares.
Chain 32 stitches for the strap. (For a different length, use a multiple of 3 - 1 chain stitch).
Skip 4 squares on the tote, then make a double crochet to attach the strap.
Make 7 squares and then repeat the process for the other strap.
End the row with a slip stitch followed by 5 chain stitches to start the next row.
For the strap part, go through the back loop of the 3rd stitch and continue the pattern until the strap is complete.