Crochet Colorful Patchwork Floral Tote Bag Free Pattern

This pattern will guide you through creating a charming tote bag made of vibrant floral squares. Perfect for beginners, this project allows you to express your creativity while learning new crochet techniques.

Materials Required:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn in various colors (5 colors recommended)
• 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Gauge:

10 squares = 10 cm (4 inches) in width (adjust hook size if necessary to obtain gauge).

Instructions:

Flower Square (Make 9)

1. With Color A, chain 5 and join to form a ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 3 (counts as first dc), work 11 dc in the ring. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the starting chain. (12 dc)
3. Round 2: Change to Color B. Chain 3, *1 dc, chain 2, 2 dc in the same stitch*; repeat from * to * around. Join. (12 petals)
4. Round 3: Change to Color C. In each chain 2 space, work *(1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc)*; join. This creates a floral effect.
5. Finish off and weave in ends.

Assembly

1. Lay out the squares in a 3x3 grid for the front of the bag.
2. Join squares with a slip stitch or whip stitch. Make sure to connect them securely.

Bag Body

1. For the sides: Chain 50 and work in single crochet until it reaches your desired height (about 10 cm or 4 inches). Fasten off.
2. Join sides to the bottom of the squares you previously connected.

Handles (Make 2)

1. Chain 30, work in single crochet back along the chain for 3 rows. Fasten off.
2. Attach handles to either side of the bag.

Finishing Touches:

• Weave in all ends.
• Optionally, line the bag with fabric for added durability.

Care Instructions:

Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry.

Enjoy your beautiful new tote bag!