Ahh, beautiful choice! đ What youâve shown here is a crochet tote bag made from a large floral granny square motif (the one you showed earlier) as the front and back panels, joined with solid granny stitches on the sides and bottom, plus sturdy handles.
Iâll break it down for you step by step:
𧜠Materials
- Yarn in 4â5 colors (pink, yellow, green, purple, etc. as in the photo)
- Crochet hook (usually 3.5â4.5 mm depending on yarn)
- Scissors & yarn needle
- Bag lining fabric (optional, for sturdiness)
⨠Step 1: Make the Front & Back Panels
- Follow the floral granny square motif pattern (the one with purple center, green/yellow petals, etc.).
- Continue expanding the square using granny clusters (3 dc groups) with color changes until the panel reaches your desired size.
- In the photo, each square is about 10â12 rounds.
⨠Step 2: Make the Side & Bottom Panels
- With pink yarn, crochet a long rectangle using the granny stitch (3 dc clusters with chain 1 space).
- Length = bagâs circumference (around front + bottom + back).
- Height = bagâs side depth (in photo itâs about 3â4 inches / 8â10 cm).
⨠Step 3: Assembly
- Pin the side panel around one square.
- Whip stitch or single crochet the edges together.
- Repeat for the other square to form the bag body.
⨠Step 4: Handles
- Crochet long strips with single crochet rows (or make an I-cord for extra sturdiness).
- Sew the handles securely onto the bagâs top edge.
- In the photo, they made thick pink handles, probably double-layered SC rows.
⨠Step 5: Optional Lining
- Cut fabric slightly smaller than the bag size.
- Sew into the inside for strength (so it wonât stretch out when carrying heavy items).
â Result: A crochet tote bag with flower square panels thatâs sturdy, stylish, and perfect for everyday use!
Would you like me to write you a complete crochet pattern (round-by-round instructions) for the entire bag (front motif, side panel, and handles), so you can follow it exactly?
