Enchanted Forest Fairycore Tote - Free Crochet Pattern

Enchanted Forest Fairycore Tote - Free Crochet Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the whimsical world of fairycore with this enchanting crochet tote. Featuring earthy neutrals and a captivating 3D textured stitch, this bag is both trendy and functional. Perfect for carrying your essentials while adding a touch of magic to your everyday life, this tote is a delightful project for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in shades of moss green, bark brown, and stone beige.
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook.
• Gauge: 14 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in single crochet.
• Scissors for cutting yarn.
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed instructions to create your very own Enchanted Forest Fairycore Tote:

Base of the Tote

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Chain 1, then work 8 single crochet (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (8 stitches)
2. Round 2: Chain 1, then work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (16 stitches)
3. Round 3: Chain 1, *sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (24 stitches)
4. Round 4: Chain 1, *sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (32 stitches)
5. Round 5: Chain 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (40 stitches)
6. Round 6: Chain 1, *sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (48 stitches)
7. Round 7: Chain 1, *sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (56 stitches)
8. Round 8: Chain 1, *sc in the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (64 stitches)
9. Round 9: Chain 1, *sc in the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
10. Rounds 10-20: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)

Body of the Tote

11. Round 21: Chain 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, bobble in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
12. Rounds 22-25: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
13. Round 26: Chain 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, bobble in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
14. Rounds 27-30: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
15. Round 31: Chain 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, bobble in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
16. Rounds 32-35: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
17. Round 36: Chain 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, bobble in the next stitch*; repeat around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)
18. Rounds 37-40: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (72 stitches)

Creating the Handle

41. Handle: Chain 1, sc in the next 10 stitches, chain 60, skip 52 stitches, sc in the last 10 stitches. Join with a sl st. (80 stitches)
42. Round 41: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (80 stitches)

Finishing Touches

42. Fasten off your yarn and weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.

Congratulations! You have now completed your Enchanted Forest Fairycore Tote. Enjoy using your beautiful, handmade bag that reflects the magic of nature!