Harvest Moon Market Tote Free Pattern – A Crocheted Autumn Bounty Basket

Harvest Moon Market Tote Free Pattern – A Crocheted Autumn Bounty Basket

Carry your farmers market finds in this richly textured, earth-toned crochet tote that evokes the golden glow of a harvest moon. The sturdy, spacious design features a beautiful woven-look stitch and sturdy straps, perfect for everyday errands or weekend adventures. This free pattern is beginner-friendly and creates a stunning, eco-friendly bag that's as practical as it is beautiful.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

This tote bag is designed with both form and function in mind. The thick cotton yarn provides durability, while the woven stitch pattern creates a gorgeous basket-like texture that's reminiscent of a rustic harvest festival. The warm autumn tones—terracotta, golden ochre, and olive green—make this bag a perfect accessory for the season, whether you're heading to the farmers market, a pumpkin patch, or just running daily errands.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in three colors:
  • Terracotta (Color A) – approximately 200g
  • Golden Ochre (Color B) – approximately 100g
  • Olive Green (Color C) – approximately 100g
  Total: approximately 400g of yarn.
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook
• Other Tools: Yarn needle for weaving in ends and sewing straps, scissors

Gauge

16 single crochet (sc) stitches x 18 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm) in single crochet. Be sure to check your gauge to ensure your bag turns out the correct size.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bag Body (Worked in Continuous Rounds)

The bag body is worked in a spiral without joining at the end of each round. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.

Round 1: With Color A, make a magic ring, chain 1, work 8 single crochet (sc) into the ring. Pull the tail to tighten the ring. (8 stitches)

Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (16 stitches)

Round 3: *Sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches)

Round 4: *Sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (32 stitches)

Round 5: *Sc in the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (40 stitches)

Round 6: *Sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (48 stitches)

Round 7: *Sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (56 stitches)

Round 8: *Sc in the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (64 stitches)

Round 9: *Sc in the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (72 stitches)

Round 10: *Sc in the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (80 stitches)

Round 11: *Sc in the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (88 stitches)

Round 12: *Sc in the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (96 stitches)

Round 13: *Sc in the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (104 stitches)

Round 14: *Sc in the next 12 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (112 stitches)

Round 15: *Sc in the next 13 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (120 stitches)

Round 16: *Sc in the next 14 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (128 stitches)

Round 17: *Sc in the next 15 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (136 stitches)

Round 18: *Sc in the next 16 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (144 stitches)

Round 19: *Sc in the next 17 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (152 stitches)

Round 20: *Sc in the next 18 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (160 stitches)

Rounds 21-40: Work even in single crochet (1 sc in each stitch) for 20 rounds. At the end of Round 40, join with a slip stitch to the first stitch. Fasten off Color A and weave in the end.

Woven Stitch Pattern (Worked in Rows)

This section creates the beautiful basket-weave texture on the upper portion of the bag. You will be working back and forth in rows.

Row 1: With Color B, chain 1, single crochet in the same stitch. *Skip the next stitch, double crochet (dc) in the next stitch, single crochet in the skipped stitch (this creates a cross stitch)* repeat from * to * across the row, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Turn your work.

Row 2: Chain 1, single crochet in the first stitch. *Skip the next stitch, double crochet in the next stitch, single crochet in the skipped stitch* repeat from * to * across the row, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Turn.

Repeat Row 2 for a total of 10 rows, alternating colors every 2 rows in this order: Color B, Color C, Color B, Color C, Color B. Fasten off at the end of the last row and weave in all ends.

Straps (Make 2)

These sturdy straps are long enough to carry the bag comfortably over your shoulder.

Row 1: With Color A, chain 100. Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn. (99 stitches)

Row 2: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch across. Turn.

Row 3: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Repeat to make the second strap.

Assembly

Now it's time to put your beautiful tote together!

1. Create the Rim: Fold the top edge of the bag body down about 1 inch (2.5 cm) to create a neat, finished rim. Use a whip stitch with your yarn needle to sew the folded edge in place securely.
2. Attach the Straps: Position the straps on the inside of the bag, placing them about 3 inches (7.5 cm) from the side seams. Make sure they are evenly spaced and not twisted. Sew each strap securely to the inside of the bag using your yarn needle and the long tail left from the straps. Sew back and forth several times to ensure they are very secure and can hold the weight of your market finds.
3. Weave in All Ends: Use your yarn needle to weave in any remaining loose ends on the inside of the bag to give it a clean, professional finish.

Your Harvest Moon Market Tote is now complete! This spacious, stylish bag is perfect for carrying groceries, books, or beach essentials. The sturdy cotton yarn and reinforced straps ensure it will last for many seasons to come. Enjoy your beautiful, handmade creation!