Crochet Tote Bag PDF Pattern: Market Beach Bag

Make a sturdy, lightweight mesh tote with 3 mm macramé cord: a rectangular base (10 squares × 4), seamless in-the-round mesh body, and handles formed from the fabric. Clear, row/round instructions in US terms (no abbreviations) with exact square counts, markers, and handle math for a tidy, symmetric finish.

What you’ll make
A reusable market tote with a 28 cm × 10 cm base (10×4 squares), clean corner turns, Rounds 2–10 mesh, and two 53-chain handles reinforced by working mesh over the chain back bumps (17 squares per handle).

What’s inside the PDF

Materials & sizing (3 mm cord, 6.5 mm hook, 4 markers)

Base Rows 1–4 (flat): start with 35 chains → “dc, ch-2, sk-2, dc” mesh for 10 squares across

Transition Round: corner targeting into 3rd chain of each ch-5 to keep lines straight

Body Rounds 2–10: place new V-meshes aligned to prior dc posts; invisible join placement tips

Handle setup: front/back marker plan (3 squares from each edge; 7 squares between markers)

Handle chains: ch-53, then final round mesh over back bumps → 17 squares per handle

Finishing: weave ends, shape flat; notes for resizing (multiple of 3 + 5 start chain)

Skill Level
Beginner (chain, double crochet, slip stitch, counting squares, working in the round).

Materials & Tools

Cord: Macramé cord, 3 mm

Hook: 6.5 mm

Accessories: 4 stitch markers

Tools: scissors, yarn needle

Size & Adjustments

Base shown: 28 cm × 10 cm (10×4 squares)

Width = starting chain (rule: multiple of 3 + 5)

Height = number of mesh rounds; strap length = handle chain length.

Format & Delivery

Digital PDF only — no physical item will be shipped.

Instant download after purchase.

Care / Use
Spot clean; lay flat to dry. Ideal for markets, beach, gym gear, or everyday carry.

Maker’s note
Macramé cord gives crisp lines and strength; try neutral tones or bold colors. Add ribbon bows through the mesh for a boutique look.