Crochet Boho Grocery Bag

Crochet Boho Grocery Bag by Briana K

Project Overview

This downloadable crochet pattern creates a stylish boho-inspired grocery bag designed by independent designer Briana K. The finished bag measures 15 inches in height and 16.5 inches in width, making it a practical tote for shopping and everyday use. This project is rated as beginner difficulty, making it an accessible introduction to bag construction for crocheters new to larger projects.

What You'll Create

The Crochet Boho Grocery Bag is a two-tone tote bag that combines white and gold colorways for a contemporary boho aesthetic. The bag features a structured rectangular shape suitable for carrying groceries, books, or other daily essentials. The design emphasizes simplicity and functionality while maintaining visual appeal through its color blocking.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginner to advanced beginner skill levels. The bag is constructed from the bottom up, beginning with the base and working upward in rounds. This bottom-up construction method provides a logical building process and allows crocheters to try on and adjust fit as they progress. The pattern utilizes chain stitches at the beginning of rounds, with the chain 2 counting as a stitch. Crocheters have the option to use a Stacked Single Crochet technique as an alternative to traditional chain 2 construction, offering flexibility in approach.

Stitches Used

The pattern incorporates essential crochet stitches suitable for creating structured fabric:

• Chain (ch) - Used for foundation and stitch construction
• Single Crochet (sc) - A fundamental short stitch for tight, dense fabric
• Double Crochet (dc) - A taller stitch that creates lighter, more open fabric

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Crochet Boho Grocery Bag requires worsted weight yarn in two colorways. Specifically, the pattern calls for Bernat Handicrafter Cotton, a medium weight yarn available in white and gold. Total yardage requirements are 130 yards of white yarn and 190 yards of gold yarn, totaling approximately 320 yards. A US I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook is used throughout the project. Additional supplies include a yarn needle for weaving in ends, stitch markers for tracking rounds, and scissors.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 11.5 stitches and 7 rows equaling 4 inches in double crochet stitch. Maintaining proper gauge ensures the finished bag achieves the intended dimensions of 15 inches tall by 16.5 inches wide. Crocheters should swatch before beginning to verify their personal gauge matches the pattern specifications.

Pattern Notes

Key construction notes include joining each round to the top of the chain 2 at the end of the round. The pattern provides flexibility for crocheters preferring alternative techniques, such as substituting the traditional chain 2 with a Stacked Single Crochet method for a seamless appearance. This pattern is presented in downloadable PDF format from Briana K Designs, allowing immediate access and the ability to print for convenient reference during crafting.