Crocheting a small tote bags with zipper is a fun and practical project that can be completed in just a few hours. Here’s a basic pattern for crocheting a small tote bag:
Materials:
Worsted weight yarn
Crochet hook (size H/5mm)
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Instructions:
Begin by chaining 40 stitches.
Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. This will leave you with 39 stitches.
Chain one and turn. Single crochet in each stitch across.
Repeat step 3 until the bag is the desired height. For a small tote bag, you may want to crochet for approximately 12-15 rows.
Next, chain one and turn. Single crochet in the first 10 stitches. Chain 10, skip 10 stitches, and single crochet in the remaining stitches.
Chain one and turn. Single crochet in each stitch across, including the 10 stitches of the chain from the previous row.
Repeat step 6 until the strap is the desired length. For a small tote bag, you may want to crochet for approximately 20-25 rows.
Once the strap is the desired length, cut the yarn and tie off.
Fold the bag in half, with the right sides facing each other. Use the tapestry needle and yarn to sew the sides of the bag together.
Turn the bag right side out and enjoy your new tote!
how to crochet a small tote bags with zipper?You can customize this pattern by using different colors, adding embellishments, or adjusting the size to fit your needs. Have fun experimenting with different variations!
