Crochet Vibrant Striped Beach Shawl and Mini Tote Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn in three contrasting colors (A, B, C)
• Size H (5 mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Stitches Used:

• Chains (ch)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Half double crochet (hdc)

Shawl Pattern:

1. With Color A, ch 60.
2. Row 1: 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch across. (58 dc)
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), turn, 1 dc in each dc across.
4. Row 3: Change to Color B. Ch 3, turn, 1 dc in each dc across.
5. Row 4: Change to Color C. Ch 3, turn, 1 dc in each dc across.
6. Repeat Rows 2-4 until shawl reaches desired length (approx. 56 inches long).
7. Finish off and weave in ends.

Mini Tote Pattern:

1. With Color A, ch 30.
2. Row 1: 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch across. (28 dc)
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, 1 hdc in each dc across.
4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, 1 sl st in each hdc across.
5. Row 4-10: Repeat rows 2-3, alternating between hdc and sl st for 8 rows total.
6. Fold in half and sl st the sides together.
7. For handles: Ch 20 with Color A, sl st to the top of the tote to attach. Repeat for second handle on opposite side.

Finishing Touches:

Add decorative tassels or fringe at the bottom of the shawl, if desired.

Enjoy Your Beach Day!

You now have a lovely beach shawl and a mini tote to carry your beach essentials. Enjoy your time under the sun!

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