Product Description
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This sample item won honorable mention in the 2010 Annual Crochet Guild of America Design Contest
The Free Spirit Tote will quickly become one of your favorite projects. The majority of the bag is done in single crochet with variations such as slip stitch embroidery and frequent color changes to make it anything but boring. The Free Spirit Tote is nice and roomy with button loops that go around the sides of the top to cinch in the opening and keep contents more secure. The small quantities of yarn required for each color make this a great project for all those leftover skeins hiding in your stash.
Finished measurements: Approximately 30.25 inches circumference at opening and 13.5 inches tall excluding handles.
This pattern uses US crochet terminology.
- Stitch symbol diagram(s): yes
- Schematic(s): yes
Materials:
- DK we
Free Spirit Tote by Lindsey Stephens
Project Overview
The Free Spirit Tote is an intermediate-level crochet bag design created by Lindsey Stephens. This downloadable crochet pattern produces a spacious, versatile tote bag with finished measurements of approximately 30.25 inches in circumference at the opening and 13.5 inches tall, excluding handles. The bag features a roomy interior and functional button loops positioned around the sides of the top opening to cinch and secure contents.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
This pattern employs several crochet techniques to create visual interest and structural integrity. The majority of the bag is constructed using single crochet, a fundamental stitch that provides a dense, durable fabric ideal for a functional tote. The design incorporates slip stitch embroidery as a decorative and textural element, adding detail without requiring complex stitch work. Frequent color changes throughout the pattern create a dynamic, multi-colored appearance that prevents the project from becoming monotonous despite the straightforward stitch base.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Free Spirit Tote is worked in DK weight yarn, a lightweight yarn category that produces a fabric with good drape and flexibility suitable for a wearable bag. The pattern requires:
- 175 yards each of colors A, B, and C
- 150 yards each of colors D and E
- 50 yards of color F
The sample bag was created using Rowan Cotton Glace, a 100% cotton yarn available in 1.75 oz (50 g) skeins with 125 yards (115 m) per skein. The specific colors used in the sample include #739 Dijon (A), #833 Ochre (B), #445 Blood Orange (C), #787 Hyacinth (D), #812 Ivy (E), and #746 Nightshade (F), creating a rich, multi-tonal color palette.
Tools and Notions
Construction requires an F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook or the size needed to obtain proper gauge as specified in the pattern. Additional materials include two 1.25 inch (32 mm) buttons for the cinching mechanism and a stitch marker for tracking rounds or rows during construction.
Skill Level and Project Characteristics
Rated as an intermediate skill level project, the Free Spirit Tote is suitable for crocheters with foundational knowledge of basic stitches and color-changing techniques. The straightforward stitch construction combined with the engaging color work makes this an accessible yet rewarding project for developing crocheters seeking to expand their bag-making repertoire.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Designer: | Lindsey Stephens |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
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