Arcade Market / Beach Tote Bag Crochet Pattern

Hi everyone!🙂

Today I'm sharing my Arcade Market / Beach Tote Bag crochet pattern with you. It's perfect for market trips, beach trips, day trips, etc. 

This pattern is written for those with basic crochet knowledge.To make this tote bag, you should be familiar with basic crochet stitches and terminology. You should know how to crochet in the round as well as how to work in back and forth rows. 

I used Worsted / Aran weight (#4) cord type yarn and a 5 mm (H) crochet hook.

You will find the written pattern and a video tutorial below.

Have a wonderful day and happy crocheting!🙂

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Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Finished Size: Height with handle strap: 57cm (22,4''); Height without handle strap: 30cm (11,8''); Width: 34cm (13,4''); Depth: 24cm (9,5'').

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

• Worsted - Aran weight cord type yarn, size 4 - medium. I used YarnArt Macrame Cotton - (250 grams / 225 meters) - 80% Cotton, 20% Polyester in color 767 (powder pink). 2 skeins (approx 420 grams / 380 meters) needed for this pattern.
• 5 mm (H) crochet hook.
• Scissors.
• Yarn needle.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

sc2tog - 2 single crochet together

( )* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Start with ch5, sl st. into first ch to form a ring. Or, you can make a magic (adjustable) ring.

Round 1: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 12dc into ring.
Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (12 sts)

Round 2: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 2dc into same st., 2dc into each st. around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (24 sts)

Round 3: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into same st., 2dc into next st., 

(1dc into next st., 2dc into next st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (36 sts)

Round 4: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next st., 2dc into next st.,

(1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (48 sts)

Round 5: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.,

(1dc into next 3 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (60 sts)

Round 6: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 3 sts, 2dc into next st.,

(1dc into next 4 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (72 sts)

Round 7: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 4 sts, 2dc into next st.,

(1dc into next 5 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repaet 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (84 sts)

Round 8: ch2 (doesn't count as st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 5 sts, 2dc into next st.,

(1dc into next 6 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first dc.   (96 sts)

Round 9: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next 2 sts, ch3,

(skip next 3 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 10: sl st. into next st., ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 7dc into next ch3 space,

(skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 11: sl st. into next 3 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next 2 sts, ch3,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 12: sl st. into next st., ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 7dc into next ch3 space,

(skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 13 - 26: repeat Round 11 - 12.

Do not fasten off!

Handle straps:

First strap:

Turn your work!

Row 27 (wrong side): skip first st., sl st. into next 4 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 5 times. Skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts. 

Row 28 (right side): turn, 7dc into next ch3 space, 

(skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space)* repeat 5 times. Skip next st., sl st. into last st.

Row 29: turn, skip first st., sl st. into next 4 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 4 times. Skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts. 

Row 30: turn, 7dc into next ch3 space, 

(skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space)* repeat 4 times. Skip next st., sl st. into last st.

Row 31: turn, skip first st., sl st. into next 4 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 3 times. Skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts. 

Row 32: turn, 7dc into next ch3 space, 

(skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space)* repeat 3 times. Skip next st., sl st. into last st.

Row 33: turn, skip first st., sl st. into next 4 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 2 times. Skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts. 

Row 34: turn, 7dc into next ch3 space, 

(skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space)* repeat 2 times. Skip next st., sl st. into last st.

Row 35:  turn, skip first st., sl st. into next 4 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3, skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3, skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts.

Row 36: turn, 7dc into next ch3 space, skip next st., 1sc into next st., 7dc into next ch3 space, skip next st., sl st. into last st.

Row 37: turn, skip first st., sl st. into next 4 sts, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3, skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts.

Row 38: turn, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), skip first st., 1sc into next st., 3sc into next ch3 space, dc2tog over last 2 sts.   (5 sts)

Row 39 - 59: turn, ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc first st., 1sc into remaining 4 sts.   (5 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a tail (approx 20 cm long) for sewing the straps.

Second strap:

With wrong side facing, skip 15 unworked sts along Round 26, join yarn to 16th st.

Row 27: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., ch3,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 3 sts, ch3)* repeat 5 times. Skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next 2 sts. 

Repeat Row 28 - 59 in the same manner as for the first strap.

Fasten off.

Bring both straps together so they line up evenly. With the wrong side facing, sew the straps together.

Sew / weave in all ends.

Other Crochet Bag Patterns You Might Enjoy:

• Everyday Tote Bag  
  
  
  
• Classic Tote Shoulder Bag  
  

• Tote Net Bag 
  
  
  

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2022 KristinesCrochets 

Tote Net Bag - Free Crochet Pattern

 

Hello Everyone! 😉

Today I am here to share my Tote Net Bag crochet pattern with you. It's worked from the bottom up, in joined rounds using basic crochet stitches - chain, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet. The straps are made as separate pieces and attached to the bag after it's completed.

I used DK weight (size 3 - light) YarnArt Macrame cord type polyester yarn and a 4mm (G) crochet hook.

Feel free to scroll down for a free written pattern and video tutorial.

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Crocheting! 😊

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Finished Size: Height without handle straps: 32cm (12,6''),

Width: 33cm (13''),

Depth: 8cm (3,1'')

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

• DK weight cord type polyester yarn, size 3 - light. I used YarnArt Macrame - (90 grams / 130 meters) - 100% Polyester. 4 skeins (approx 310 grams, 448 meters) needed for this pattern. 
• 4mm  (G) crochet hook.
• Scissors.
• Yarn needle.
• 4 stitch markers.
• Measuring tape.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

( )* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Foundation chain: ch47

Round 1: 2dc into 4th ch from hook, 1dc into next 42 ch sts, 6dc into last ch st., 1dc into next 42 ch sts on the other side of foundation chain, 3dc into last ch st. Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. 

(96 dc sts including ch3 at the beginning of round)

Round 2: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into same st., 2dc into next 2 sts, 1dc into next 42 sts, 2dc into next 6 sts, 1dc into next 42 sts, 2dc into remaining 3 sts. 

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. 

(108 dc sts)

Round 3: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into same st., 2dc into next 3 sts., 1dc into next 46 sts, 2dc into next 8 sts, 1dc into next 46 sts, 2dc into remaining 4 sts. Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. 

(124 dc sts)

Round 4: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into each st. around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.  

(124 sc sts)

Round 5: ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1), turn your work, 

(skip next st., 1dc into next st., ch1)* repeat 61 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.  

(62 dc sts, 62 ch1)

Round 6: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), turn your work, 1sc into same st., 1sc into next ch1 sp.,

(1sc into next st., 1sc into next ch1 sp.)* repeat 61 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.  

(124 sc sts)

Round 7 - 36: repeat Round 5 - 6.

Round 37: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., 1sc into each st. around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.  

(124 sc sts)

Round 38: sl st. into each st. around.

Join with a sl st. into first sl st.  

(124 sl sts)

Fasten off and weave / sew in all ends using a yarn needle or a latch hook.

Bag Strap:

Make 2!

Leave approx 20cm long tail for sewing strap to the bag.

Ch2, 1sc into 2nd ch from hook.

Turn, 1sc into side loop.

(turn, 1sc into 2 side loops)* repeat until the strap is approx 75cm long.

Fasten off, leaving approx 20cm long tail for sewing strap to the bag.

Attach the straps

Lay your bag on a flat surface and measure approx 8cm from both sides of the bag, place stitch markers to Round 35.

 

Insert the strap from inside to outside through marked ch1 space in Round 35.

Make a knot.

Sew the strap into place so the knot doesn't slip through the ch space.

Attach the oposite end of strap in the same manner.

Fasten off, sew  / weave in the ends.

Other Crochet Bag Patterns You Might Enjoy:

• Everyday Tote Bag  
  
  
  
• Classic Tote Shoulder Bag  
  
  
  

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2022 KristinesCrochets 

Granny Stitch Doily Placemat Crochet Pattern

Hello Everyone! 😉

I have an easy Granny Stitch Doily Placemat crochet pattern for you today. It's made in 15 rounds using sport weight mercerised cotton yarn and a 3mm crochet hook.

This pattern suitable for beginners who are familiar with the basic stitches. All you need to start is a crochet hook and some yarn or thread in the color of your choice.

Feel free to scroll down for a free written pattern and video tutorial.

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Crocheting! 😊

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Size: The doily measures approximately 31 cm (12,2 inches) in diameter.

Skill Level: Easy

Materials Used:

• Sport weight mercerized cotton yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Alize Bahar mercerised 100% cotton yarn. 50 grams (130 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
• 3mm crochet hook.
• Scissors.
• Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

trc - treble crochet

( )* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Start with ch5, join with a sl st. into first ch to form a ring. Or, you can make a magic (adjustable) ring.

Round 1: ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1),

(1dc into ring, ch1)* repeat 11 times.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.

Round 2: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into same ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next st., 2dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 3: sl st. into next st., sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 2dc into same ch1 space,

(skip next 2 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 4: sl st. into next 2 sts, sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), (1dc, ch1, 2dc, ch1) into same ch1 space,

(skip next 3 sts, (2dc, ch1, 2dc, ch1) into next ch1 space)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 5: sl st. into next st., sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into same ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next 2 sts, 2dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 23 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 6: sl st. into next st., sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 2dc into same ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next 2 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 23 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 7: sl st. into next 2 sts, sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 2dc into same ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next 3 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 23 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 8: sl st. into next 2 sts, sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), (1dc, ch1, 2dc, ch1) into same ch1 space, skip next 3 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next 3 sts, (2dc, ch1, 2dc, ch1) into next ch1 space, skip next 3 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 9: sl st. into next st., sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 2dc into same ch1 space, ch1, skip next 2 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1, skip next 3 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next 2 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1, skip next 2 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1, skip next 3 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 10: sl st. into next 2 sts, sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 2dc into same ch1 space, ch1,

(skip next 3 sts, 3dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 35 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 11: sl st. into next 2 sts, sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as 1dc), 3dc into same ch1 space, ch1

(skip next 3 sts, 4dc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 35 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Round 12: ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into next 3 sts, 1dc into next ch1 space,

(1dc into next 4 sts, 1dc into next ch1 space)* repeat 35 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.  (180 sts)

Round 13: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., ch7,

(skip next 5 sts, 1sc into next st., ch7)* repeat 29 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 14: sl st. into next ch7 space, ch4 (counts as 1trc), 11trc into same ch7 space, skip next st., 1sc into next ch7 space,

(skip next st., 12trc into next ch7 space, skip next st., 1sc into next ch7 space)* repeat 14 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 4th ch of beginning ch4.

Round 15: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., ch6, skip next 2 sts, 1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., sl st. into next st.,

(1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., ch6, skip next 2 sts, 1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., ch4, skip next st., 1sc into next st., sl st. into next st.)* repeat 14 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends.

Other Crochet Doily Patterns You Might Enjoy:

• Round Lace Doily 
  
  
  
• Simple Doily   
  

• Delicate Lace Doily 
  
  
  
• Summer Haze Doily 
  

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2022 KristinesCrochets