Whimsical Snowflake Totes Crochet Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in blue, white, and navy
• Size H (5.0mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Optional: stitch markers

Gauge: 12 double crochets = 4 inches

Sizes:

• Small: 8” x 6”
• Medium: 10” x 8”
• Large: 12” x 10”

Pattern Instructions:

Base:

1. Ch 20 (or desired width for base).
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook, sc in each ch across (19 sc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until you reach your desired height for the base (approximately 6 rows for small, 8 rows for medium, 10 rows for large).

Body:

1. Switch to snowflake stitch: Using the blue yarn, ch 2.
   Row 1: DC in the same st, *ch 3, skip 2 sts, DC in next st; repeat from * to end.
2. Row 2: Ch 4, *DC in ch-3 space, ch 2; repeat from * to end. Turn.
3. Repeat Rows 1-2 until the body is approximately 10 inches tall (adjust for size).

Top Edging:

1. Switch to navy yarn.
2. Row 1: Sc around the top edge of the bag, placing 2 sc in each corner.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc around, slip stitch to join.

Handles:

1. Ch 50 (or desired handle length), sl st to the edge of the bag to attach.
2. Repeat on the opposite side.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
2. Add optional embellishments such as buttons or additional snowflakes as desired.

Enjoy your charming Whimsical Snowflake Totes this holiday season!