How to Crochet a Stunning Granny Square Tote Bag Easy Crochet Mesh Square Bag Step-by-Step Tutorial, by Knitting Love on YouTube. 7 min 27 s.
- Video length
- 7 min 27 s
- Time to do it
- 3 to 4 hours
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 10
What you need
Steps
Make a slip knot and chain 4. Join with a slip stitch into the first chain to form a small ring.
Chain 3, then work 2 double crochet into the ring. Chain 2, then work 3 double crochet. Repeat until you have four groups of 3 double crochet with chain 2 corners.
Join the round with a slip stitch. Slip stitch across to the first chain 2 corner space to start the next round.
In each corner space work 3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet. This grows the square. Repeat for all four corners and join.
For a mesh look, chain 1 or 2 between double crochet groups on the sides and keep the corner groups solid. Work 4 to 5 rounds until the square is about 15 cm wide.
Make six squares in total for a small tote, or eight for a larger bag. Fasten off and weave in the ends with a tapestry needle.
Lay the squares out flat in two rows of three. Join them edge to edge with slip stitch or single crochet through both layers.
Fold the joined panel in half and join the two side seams to form the bag body. Leave the top open.
Attach yarn at the top edge and work one round of single crochet around the opening to firm it up.
Crochet two handles by chaining about 60 stitches, then work single crochet along the chain. Sew one handle to each side of the bag opening.
Tips and common mistakes
Keep your tension even so all squares come out the same size and join neatly.
Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round so you do not lose your place.
Cotton yarn holds the bag shape better than soft acrylic.
Weave in ends as you finish each square instead of leaving them all to the end.
Questions
How many granny squares do I need for a tote bag?
Six squares make a small bag and eight make a medium one. Each square should be about 15 cm wide.
Can I make this bag without a pattern?
Yes. The bag is just joined squares folded into a pouch, so you only need to know chain, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet.
What hook size should I use?
A 4 mm or 4.5 mm hook works well with worsted weight cotton yarn. Check your square size and change the hook if it comes out too small or too large.
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