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The bag in the photo is a large crochet mesh tote with:
- A flat oval base
- Solid lower body
- Open mesh center
- Solid upper edge
- Wide integrated shoulder straps
- Worked mainly in single crochet and chain spaces
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size
- Width: 42–45 cm (16½–18″)
- Height: 35 cm (14″)
- Strap Drop: 28–30 cm (11–12″)
Materials
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- 350–450 g recycled cotton cord (2–3 mm)
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Handmade label (optional)
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sp = space
- st = stitch
- rep = repeat
Base
Round 1
Ch 41.
Work:
- 1 sc in 2nd chain from hook
- 38 sc
- 3 sc in last chain
Working along opposite side:
- 38 sc
- 2 sc in last chain.
Join.
Approx.
82 stitches.
Round 2
Ch 1.
Sc around.
Increase at each rounded end:
(sc, 2 sc) repeated three times.
Join.
Round 3
Sc around.
Increase evenly around each end.
Join.
Round 4
Continue increasing only around both curves until base measures approximately:
38 × 14 cm
(15 × 5½”)
Lower Solid Body
Ch 1.
Working in back loops only:
Sc around.
Continue:
12–15 rounds
of sc.
This creates the sturdy lower section seen in the photo.
Mesh Section
Round 1
Ch 4.
Skip 2 sts.
Sc.
Repeat:
ch 4
skip 2
sc
around.
Join.
Round 2
Sl st into first chain space.
Ch 1.
Sc in chain space.
Ch 4.
Sc in next chain space.
Repeat around.
Rounds 3–18
Repeat Round 2.
The mesh should reach approximately:
18 cm
(7 inches)
Upper Solid Section
Work:
10 rounds
of single crochet.
This reinforces the top edge.
Strap Placement
Lay bag flat.
Mark:
Front
Back
Leave:
18 cm opening
for the bag.
Each strap should be about:
8 cm wide.
Strap Round
Crochet around.
When reaching first marker:
Chain 60
Skip marked stitches.
Continue around.
Repeat for second strap.
Strap Width
Round 2
Sc around entire strap.
Work 3 sc into each corner.
Rounds 3–10
Continue sc around straps.
This creates the thick woven-looking handles.
Reinforced Handle
For extra strength:
Work one additional round of:
Reverse single crochet (crab stitch)
or
Slip stitch.
Finishing
Fasten off.
Weave in all ends.
Steam lightly.
Do not overstretch the mesh.
Optional Lining
To prevent stretching:
- Sew a cotton fabric lining.
- Add an inside pocket.
- Add a magnetic snap.
- Add a zipper if desired.
Color Ideas
- Sage Green (shown)
- Natural Linen
- Sand Beige
- Olive
- Cream
- Dusty Rose
- Terracotta
- Denim Blue
- Black
- Chocolate Brown
Tips for Success
- Use recycled cotton or macramé cord for structure.
- Keep tension firm to maintain the bag’s shape.
- Add plastic canvas between the lining and base for extra support.
- Block the finished bag lightly to even out the mesh.
- Reinforce the straps by crocheting additional rounds if carrying heavy items.
This pattern recreates the style of the tote shown in your image, with its sturdy solid base, airy mesh body, and wide integrated shoulder straps.
