Crochet Market Bag Guide

Materials Needed

• 6 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Darning needle
• Stitch markers (optional)
• Jute yarn (1.5 skeins)

Bottom of the Bag

Slip Knot and Chains

Create a slip knot and crochet a chain in a multiple of three, then add eight more stitches.

(Example: 50 chains)

Row 1

In the 8th stitch from the hook, work 1 double crochet (dc). Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, 1 dc in the third stitch. Repeat * to end of row.

Row 2

Chain 5, turn your work. 1 dc in each dc from previous row. Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, 1 dc in next dc. Repeat to end, finishing with dc in the 5th chain.

Rows 3–5

Repeat Row 2 for a total of 5 rows.

Body of the Bag (Worked in the Round)

Round 1:

• Chain 5, place a stitch marker in the 3rd chain.
• 1 dc into first dc from previous row.
• Chain 2, 1 dc in next dc.
• Work into the sides to begin forming the round shape.

Rounds 2–20

• Chain 5, dc into dc from previous round.
• Replace marker in third chain.
• Repeat pattern around to desired height.

Top Edge

Round 1

• Chain 1.
• Work 2 single crochets (sc) in each chain-2 space (skip dc).
• Slip stitch to join.

Rounds 2–3

• Chain 1.
• Work 1 sc in each stitch around.
• Slip stitch to join each round.

Handles (Make Two)

First Handle

• Mark handle placement on both sides of the bag.
• Start with a standing sc at the marked stitch.
• Crochet 6 sc across for the first row.

Handle Length

• Chain 1, turn.
• Work 6 sc per row.
• Repeat until the handle measures approx. 50 rows or desired length.

Attach Handle

• Use darning needle to sew handle to opposite side.
• Ensure it lays flat and isn't twisted.

Second Handle:

Repeat steps for the second handle, aligning it with the first.

Finishing Touches

• Weave in all loose ends with darning needle.
• Block if desired for shaping.