Crochet Mini Tote Gift Bag

Create a charming small handbag using the art of crocheting. This mini tote bag is perfect for gifting to a friend or loved one. The intricate crochet work adds a personal touch to the bag, making it a unique and thoughtful present for any occasion. You can choose your favorite colors and yarns to customize the bag to suit the recipient's style and preferences. The mini tote bag is not only a practical gift but also a stylish accessory that can be used for carrying small items like keys, phone, or makeup. Crocheting this mini tote bag is a fun and rewarding project that allows you to showcase your creativity and craftsmanship. The mini tote bag can also be used as a stylish storage solution for organizing small items around the house. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around, whether you're running errands or going out for a casual outing. Crocheting this mini tote bag is a relaxing and enjoyable activity that allows you to unwind and express your artistic side.

Crochet Mini Tote Gift Bag

Worsted weight yarn in 2 colors ( I used I Love This Yarn in White and Red)

H/5mm hook

Stitches used US terms:

Chain – ch

Single Crochet – sc

Slip Stitch – ss

Back Loop Only – blo

Special Stitch – v-stitch (dc, ch 1, dc) in same stitch

Round 1: With color A, ch 15. sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 12 ch. Work 3 sc in last ch. Working in the other side of beginning ch, sc in next 13 stitches. Work 3 sc in last stitch. Join with ss to first sc. (32 stitches)

Round 2: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss and next 13 stitches. Work 3 stitches in next stitch. sc in next 15 stitches. Work 3 sc in next stitch. sc in next stitch. Join with ss to 1st sc. (36 stitches)

Round 3: ch 1. Working in blo, sc in same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to first sc. (36 stitches)

Rounds 4-6: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to first sc. (36 stitches)

Change to color B.

Round 7: ch 3 (counts as first dc and ch 1) dc in same stitch as ss (First v-stitch made). *skip next 2 stitches, work v-stitch in next stitch* Repeat from * to * around to last 2 stitches. Skip last 2 stitches and join with ss to 2nd ch in beginning ch 3. (12 v-stitches)

Rounds 8-10: ss into ch 1 space. ch 3 (counts as first dc and ch 1) dc in same ch 1 space (First v-stitch made). Work v-stitch in each ch 1 space of v-stitch in previous row. Join with ss to 2nd ch of beginning ch 3. (12 v-stitches)

Change to color A.

Round 11: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss and in each ch 1 space and dc stitch around. Join with ss to first sc. (36 stitches)

Rounds 12-13: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to first sc. (36 stitches)

The next Round will make the handles.

Round 14: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss and in the next 5 stitches. ch 10. Skip next 6 stitches. sc in next 12 stitches. ch 10. Skip next 6 stitches. sc in next 6 stitches. Join with ss to first sc. (44 stitches)

Round 15: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss and in each stitch and ch around. Join with ss to first sc. (44 stitches)

Round 16: ch 1: sc in same stitch as ss and in each stitch around. Join with ss to first sc. (44 stitches)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Finished gift bag measures about 4.75 by 5.5 inches.