Chunky Avant-Garde Pastel Tote with Fringe - Free Pattern

Chunky Avant-Garde Pastel Tote with Fringe - Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the world of avant-garde fashion with this chunky pastel tote featuring playful fringe. Perfect for making a bold statement, this bag combines modern aesthetics with practical design. Whether you're heading to the beach, running errands, or just want to add a pop of color to your outfit, this tote is the perfect accessory. With its soft, harmonious color palette and plush texture, you'll not only enjoy making it but also showing it off!

Materials Needed

• Super bulky weight yarn in pastel tones:
  • Pastel pink
  • Mint green
  • Lavender
  • Baby blue
• 10mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Step-by-Step Instructions

Base of the Tote

1. With pastel pink, create a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 1 (Ch 1), work 8 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (You should have 8 stitches)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (16 stitches)
4. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (24 stitches)
5. Round 4: Ch 1, *sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (32 stitches)
6. Round 5: Ch 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (40 stitches)

Body of the Tote

1. Rounds 6-20: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. Change colors every 4 rounds in the following order: mint green, lavender, baby blue. (You will have a total of 15 rounds in the body)

Handles

1. With pastel pink, chain 40 for the first handle. Attach with a sl st to the opposite side of the tote.
2. Repeat for the second handle on the other side of the tote.

Fringe

1. Cut 10-inch lengths of yarn in all four colors.
2. Attach fringe along the bottom edge of the tote by folding each piece in half, pulling the loop through a stitch, and pulling the ends through the loop. Make sure to space them evenly for a balanced look.

Finishing

1. Weave in all ends with a yarn needle to secure your work and give it a neat finish.
2. Trim the fringe to your desired length for a polished look.

Congratulations! You've just created your very own Chunky Avant-Garde Pastel Tote with Fringe. Enjoy using your new bag and don't forget to share your creation!