Crochet Market Bags: Practical and Stylish Accessories

Crochet Market Bags: Practical and Stylish Accessories

Crochet market bags are not only practical but also stylish accessories that can make your shopping experience more enjoyable. These handmade bags are durable and eco-friendly, perfect for carrying groceries, beach essentials, or daily essentials in a sustainable way.

The intricate crochet designs add a touch of charm and personality to your outfit, making you stand out with a unique accessory. Not to mention, the lightweight and foldable nature of these bags make them easy to carry around and store when not in use. So, next time you head out for some shopping or a day at the beach, consider grabbing a crochet market bag to make a friendly fashion statement while being kind to the environment.

Market Bag Pattern

Materials

• 6 MM (Size J) Hook
• 2-3 Skeins of Lily Sugar and Creme Cotton Yarn

Notes: After the beginning chain, you will single crochet along both sides of the chain, creating a round. Beginning at row 6, you will work in rounds, without joining. Place a stitch marker in that spot to remember where you started. The handles are worked separately then sewn onto the bag.

Instructions

Step 1: Create the Base

Chain 31

Round 1: SC in second chain from hook, and each ch across (30 SC). Make 3 SC in the last ch, and continue to SC around the opposite side of the chain. Make 2 SC in last st and sl st to first SC to complete the round.

Round 2: Ch 1, SC in each st around. Sl st to first SC.

Round 3: Repeat round 2.

Round 4: *Ch 6, skip 2 st, slip stitch into next st.* Repeat around.

Round 5: At the end of round 4, instead of sl st into the next st, you will sl st into the first chain 6 sp. Ch 6 and continue to sl st into the next ch 6 space.

Continue doing this until your bag is the length you desire. Keep in mind, as the bag gets filled it will stretch (this is why I use cotton yarn, less stretch).

Finishing the Bag

Finishing round: Ch 1, SC 5 times in each chain space. Slip stitch to the beginning chain to complete the round. Repeat once more.

Straps (Make Two)

Chain 5.

SC into 2nd chain from hook, and next 3 chains.

Ch 1, turn, SC in the same sp as ch and next 3 stitches.

Repeat previous round until your strap is as long as you like (just make sure they're the same length!).

Using a yarn needle, sew the straps onto your bag.