Whimsical Wavy Beach Tote Bag

This crochet beach tote bag is perfect for sunny days by the shore or picnics in the park. With an eye-catching wave design and secure handles, it’s a fabulous way to carry your essentials. Let’s get started!

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (2 colors: main color and contrast color)
• Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

12 double crochets and 8 rows = 4 inches (10 cm).

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch

Pattern:

Base

1. Ch 40.
2. Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn (38 dc)
3. Row 2: Ch 3, DC in each stitch across. Turn.
4. Rows 3-15: Repeat Row 2.

Body

1. Change to the contrast color.
2. Row 16: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.
3. Row 17: Ch 3, *dc in the next stitch, skip one, dc in the next*; repeat from * to * until the end. Turn.
4. Row 18: Ch 1, sc in each dc. Turn.
5. Repeat Rows 17 and 18 until the bag measures 12 inches tall.

Handles

1. Ch 10. Sc back along the chain for 9 rows to create the handle; fasten off.
2. Attach the handle on Row 6 (sewing it to both sides of the tote).
3. Repeat for the second handle.

Finishing

1. Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle. Optionally, line the inside to add more stability to your tote.

Enjoy your new beach tote bag, and feel free to share your finished projects!