Crochet Sand and Sea Summer Tote Bag

Dive into summer with this beautifully crafted Sand and Sea Summer Tote Bag, perfect for carrying all your essentials to the beach or pool. Handmade with love using the art of crochet, this tote bag features a stunning combination of sandy beige and ocean blue colors, reminiscent of a day spent by the shore.

The intricate design adds a touch of elegance to this practical accessory, making it a must-have for any summer outing. Whether you're packing sunscreen, a good book, or a refreshing drink, this Crochet Sand and Sea Summer Tote Bag has got you covered in style. The durable construction ensures that your belongings stay safe and secure while you enjoy the sun and surf. With its spacious interior and sturdy handles, this tote bag is not only fashionable but also functional, making it the perfect companion for all your sunny adventures. Get ready to turn heads with this unique and eye-catching accessory that captures the essence of summer in every stitch.

Materials Needed

To create the Crochet Sand and Sea Summer Tote Bag, you will need the following materials:

• Worsted Weight Cotton yarn – I used I Love This Cotton yarn in Taupe (four 3.5 ounce skeins) and Aqua (two 3.5 ounce skeins).
• Approximately 14 ounces of the main color and 7 ounces of the accent color.
• J/6mm hook.
• Optional tassel:
• 1-inch split key ring
• Swivel Eye Snap Hook

Stitches Used

The following stitches will be utilized, noted in U.S. terms:

• Chain – ch
• Single crochet – sc
• Slip stitch – ss
• Back loop only – blo
• Special Stitch – v-stitch (dc, ch 1, dc) in the same stitch.

Note: Bag is crocheted using 2 strands of yarn held together.

Crochet Instructions

Base of the Bag

Ch 47 with Taupe (holding 2 strands together).

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. Ch 1 and turn. (46 stitches)

Rows 2-5: sc in each stitch across. Ch 1 and turn. (46 stitches)

Row 6: sc in each stitch across. Ch 1. DO NOT TURN (46 stitches).

Begin working in rounds.

Rounds 1-10

Round 1: Work 4 sc across the end of rows. Work 2 sc in the next stitch. sc in the next 44 stitches. (This is the opposite side of the beginning ch.) 2 sc in the last stitch. Work 4 sc across the end of rows. 2 sc in the next stitch. sc in the next 44 stitches. 2 sc in the last stitch. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 2: ch 1. sc in blo only of the same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 3: ch 1. Skip the stitch that has the ss. sc in the next stitch and in each stitch around, ending with the final sc in skipped sc at the beginning of the round. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 4: ch 1. sc in the same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Rounds 5-10: Repeat rounds 3 and 4 (3 times). (104 stitches)

Add the V-Stitches

Round 11: ch 3 (counts as first dc and ch 1) dc in the same stitch as ss. *Skip the next 2 stitches, work v-stitch in the next stitch.* Repeat from * to * around to the last stitch. Skip the last stitch and join with ss to 2nd ch in beginning ch 3. (35 v-stitches)

Rounds 12-26: ss into ch 1 space. ch 3 (counts as first dc and ch 1) dc in the same ch 1 space. (First v-stitch made) Work v-stitch in each ch 1 space of the v-stitch in the previous row. Join with ss to 2nd ch of beginning ch 3. (35 v-stitches)

Changing Colors

Change to Aqua.

Round 27: ch 1. sc crochet in the first ch 1 space. sc in each dc and ch 1 space around. Join with ss to first sc. (104 stitches)

Round 28: ch 1. sc in the same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 29: ch 1. Skip the stitch that has the ss. sc in the next stitch and in each stitch around, ending with the final sc in skipped sc at the beginning of the round. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 30: ch 1. sc in the same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 31: ch 1. Skip the stitch that has the ss. sc in the next stitch and in each stitch around, ending with the final sc in skipped sc at the beginning of the round. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Round 32: ch 1. sc in the same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to 1st sc. (104 stitches)

Create the Handles

Round 33: ch 1. Skip the stitch that has ss. sc in the next 10 stitches. Ch 60. Skip the next 24 stitches. sc in the next 28 stitches. Ch 60. Skip 24 stitches. sc in the next 18 stitches. End the round with a sc in the stitch that was skipped at the beginning of the round. Join with ss to first sc. (176 stitches)

Round 34: ch 1. sc in the same stitch as ss and each sc and ch around. Join with ss to first sc. (176 stitches)

Round 35: ch 1. Skip the stitch that has the ss. sc in the next stitch and in each stitch around, ending with the final sc in skipped stitch at the beginning of the round. Join with ss to first sc. (176 stitches)

Round 36: ch 1. sc in the same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to first sc. (176 stitches)

Round 37: ch 1. Skip the stitch that has the ss. sc in the next stitch and in each stitch around, ending with the final sc in skipped stitch at the beginning of the round. Join with ss to first sc. (176 stitches)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Optional Tassel Key Ring

To make the optional tassel key ring:

Cut a piece of cardboard about 6 inches long by 3 inches wide. Using 2 strands of each color yarn, wrap the yarn around the cardboard piece on the 6-inch length to desired thickness.

Cut one end of the yarn and slip the key ring onto the strands of yarn. Remove the cardboard piece and using a strand of yarn, tie tightly around all of the strands close to the key ring. Trim the tassel to the desired length. Attach the swivel eye snap hook and attach to the bag.

Finished Measurements

The finished tote bag measures approximately 17 inches wide by 16 inches tall plus the handle.