Let’s go shopping with this lightweight all purpose tote.
This attractive bag is designed to go the distance with a spacious compartment and double thick base. A handy pocket for your phone is convenient, and cute tassels add playful flair. It feels so light, you’ll carry this crochet tote everywhere you go.
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The all purpose tote is designed for super usability with a double thick base and handy pocket for your phone. Tassels are added for fun! You’ll love how roomy and lightweight it is.
Designed by Kristi Simpson for the intermediate crocheter. The finished bag measures approximately 6″ [41 cm] wide x 14″ [35.5 cm] high x 4″ [10 cm] deep.
Crochet your all purpose tote in Red Heart Classic using suggested shades, or have fun designing your own version. Red Heart Classic is a worsted weight (Size 4) acrylic yarn available only in the US and Canada. A good substitute would be Red Heart Super Saver yarn which comes in over 120 beautiful colors, so you will always find the perfect color to complete your project. No-dye-lot solids mean all skeins of a solid color match, so it’s easy to buy another skein and continue the project.
Personally, I prefer cotton and my favorite is the Paintbox Cotton Aran yarn by Lovecrafts. With over 50 shades to choose from, I will be grabbing my favorites from this selection.
Because gauge is not important in making this tote, you can substitute your favorite Size 4 yarn. If you plan to use a substitute yarn, get helpful hints from Nana on how to successfully substitute yarns in this post.
To make the All Purpose Tote, you will need the following supplies:
- 3 skeins of Red Heart Classic or equivalent Size 4 yarn in your main color
- 2 skeins of Red Heart Classic or equivalent Size 4 yarn in the accent color
- US Size F-5 (3.75 mm) Crochet hook
- 2 leather straps with rings, 20-22″ [51-56 cm] in length
- yarn needle
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