Crochet Star Stitch Tote Bag Pattern Step By Step

Crochet Star Stitch Crochet Tote Bag Pattern

This crochet Star Stitch Tote bag pattern is a smart and beautiful choice for daily use. It uses jute twine, giving it a unique rustic look and showcasing the beautiful star stitch. The pattern is easy to follow, making it great for anyone who enjoys crochet, no matter their skill level. It includes optional details for cushioning the handles, showing that it’s designed with the user’s comfort in mind. This pattern is more than just instructions; it’s a chance to create something personal through crochet. The simple steps make the creating process enjoyable and the outcome is a durable and attractive bag. 

Star Stitch Crochet Tote Bag Pattern

Star Stitch Crochet Tote Bag Pattern

MATERIALS

  • Jute twine (3-ply), 250 yards. The diameter of the twine is between 2-3mm
  • Rubber tubing (for handle support, optional)
  • Cord or batting (for handles cushioning, optional)

TOOLS

  • Crochet hook, H / 5mm
  • Tapestry needle
  • Safety pins

INSTRUCTIONS

Abbreviations:

  • sl knot = slip knot
  • st = stitch
  • slst = slip stitch
  • ch = chain
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • fo = fasten off
  • Rnd = round

(Crochet Pattern is written in American Crochet Terms)

TOTE

Base (work on the right side only)

  1. Base chain – sl knot, ch 16.
  2. Rnd 1 – ch 1, 2sc on next st, sc each ch on next 14 sts, 3sc on next ch (the first ch of the base chain). Turn sideways and continue along another side of the base chain, sc each ch on the next 15 sts, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [34 sts]
  3. Rnd 2 – ch 1, *sc on next st, 2sc on next st, sc each on next 14 sts, 2sc on next st, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [38 sts]
  4. Rnd 3 – ch1, *sc on next st, 2sc each on next 2 sts, sc each on next 14 sts, 2sc each on next 2 sts, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [46 sts]
  5. Rnd 4 – ch1, *sc on next st, 2sc each on next 2 sts, sc each on next 18 sts, 2sc each on next 2 sts, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [54 sts]
  6. Rnd 5 – ch1, *sc on next st, 2sc on next st, sc each on next 20 sts, 2sc on next st, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [62 sts]

Continue…

  1. Rnd 6 – ch1, *sc on next st, 2sc on next st, sc each on next 18 sts, 2sc on next st, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [74 sts]
  2. Rnd 7 – ch1, *sc on next st, 2sc on next st, sc each on next 24 sts, 2sc on next st, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [86 sts]
  3. Rnd 8 – ch1, sc each on next 86 sts, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [86 sts]
  4. Rnd 9 – ch1, *{sc each on next 3 sts, 2sc on next st,} repeat 3 times, sc each on next 17 sts, repeat {} 3 times, repeat * 2 times, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [98 sts]
  5. Rnd 10 & Rnd 11 – ch1, sc each on next 98 sts, slst to the ch st at the beginning round. [98 sts]

Body (work on the right side only)

  1. Rnd 1 – Star Stitch on back loops only. Repeat this and the next step for the pattern.
  2. Rnd 2 – ch1, sc on next st around for 98 sts. slst to the ch st at the beginning round.

Repeat Rnd 1 and Rnd 2 for 5 times, then Rnd 2 again for another 7 times.

Handle (make 2)

  1. Base chain – sl knot, ch 60.
  2. Rnd 1 – ch 1, sc each ch on next 59 sts, 5sc on next ch. Continue along the other side, sc each ch on next 58 sts, 4sc on next ch slst to the starting ch.
  3. Rnd 2 – ch 1, *sc each on next 60 sts, 2sc each on next 3 sts, repeat * 2 times, slst to the starting ch.
  4. Rnd 3 – ch1, *sc each on next 60 sts, {2sc on next st, sc on next} repeat 3 times, repeat * 2 times, slst to the starting ch.

Fo, keeping 30″ or more of yarn for sewing.

STAR STITCH PATTERN

Star Bottom (crochet on the right side):

  1. First Bottom Star of the round: ch 3, pull up 5 loops through 2nd ch from hook, 3rd ch from hook, st before the 3 chains at the beginning of the round, each on next 2 sc st (6 loops total). Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 (this ch is deemed as the star center).
  2. Subsequent Star Bottom of the round: Pull up a total of 5 loops through the top loop of the previous star, star center, the st of the last loop of the previous star, each on the next 2 sc st. Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1.
  3. Last Star Bottom of the round: Same process, with the last pull-through st before the 3 chains at the beginning. Slip st to the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round.

For Star Top: (turn your work around) ch 2, 2hdc on the star center for all the 49 Star Bottom. slst to the 2nd ch at the beginning of the round.

If you are confused, watching a video tutorial on Star Stitch (adapt for round crochet as per the pattern above) may help.

FINISHING THE TOTE

  • Crochet accordingly, based on the instructions detailed above.
  • Install the handles.
  • Hide all yarn ends to finish.

Gauge / Tension: 4″ x 4″ = 12 sts x 15 row

Note on materials: Jute twine naturally has a slight diesel smell. Substitute materials accordingly if this is an issue.

 

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