Crochet Grace Tote

Step into the world of elegance and sophistication with our exquisite Grace Tote. This stunning accessory is a true masterpiece, meticulously handcrafted with the art of crochet. The Grace Tote is not just a bag, but a statement piece that exudes grace and charm. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, the Grace Tote features sturdy handles that ensure comfortable carrying, even when the bag is filled to the brim. The high-quality materials used in its construction guarantee durability, so you can enjoy this timeless piece for years to come. Whether you choose to pair it with a casual outfit or a more formal ensemble, the Grace Tote will effortlessly elevate your style and leave a lasting impression. Indulge in the luxury of the Grace Tote and experience the perfect blend of fashion and functionality.

Instructions:

Size:

Height – Approx 15″ (not including handle) Circumference – Approx 30″

Materials:

H & K Hooks

Worsted Weight Yarn – 360-425 Yards, Cotton or Acrylic (Red Heart Super Saver Pictured above and Acrylic and Cotton pictures at the bottom of the post)

2 Metal Rings, 1″

Scissors

Stitches:

St – Stitch Sk – Skip Ch – Chain Sl St – Slip Stitch Sc – Single Crochet Dc – Double Crochet Dec Sc – Decrease Sc

Working the pattern:

This pattern is worked in the round.

Starting with an H hook, Ch 2.

Row 1: 9 Sc in the second Ch from hook, join with Sl St to beginning Sc. = 9 Sc

Row 2 : Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, 2 Sc in each St around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 18 Sc

Row 3: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next St, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next St*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. =27 Sc

Row 4: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 2 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 2 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 36 Sc

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 3 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 3 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 45 Sc

Row 6: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 4 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 4 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 54 Sc

Row 7: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 5 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 5 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. =63 Sc

Row 8: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 6 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 6 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 72 Sc

Row 9: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 7 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 7 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 81 Sc

Row 10: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 8 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 8 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 90 Sc

Row 11: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 9 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 9 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 99 Sc

Row 12: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 10 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 10 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 108 Sc

Row 13: Ch 1, 2 Sc in the same St as joining, Sc in next 11 Sts, *2 Sc in next St, Sc in next 11 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 117 Sc

Row 14: Ch 1, Working in Back Loops Only for this row only… 1 Sc in each St around. Join with Sl St to beginning. =117 Sc

*Switch to Hook K*

Row 15: Ch 1, (Sc, Ch 2, Sc) all in the first St, Sk 2 Sts, *(Sc, Ch 2, Sc) in next St, Sk 2 Sts*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning Sc. =39 Ch 2 Spaces.

Row 16: Sl St in Ch 2 Space, Ch 3(Counts as Dc now and through out), 2 Dc in same Sp, *3 Dc in next Ch 2 Space -Dc Cluster made*. Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning Dc. = 39 Dc Clusters.

Row 17-34: Repeat rows 15 & 16

Row 35: Ch 1, Sc in each St around. Join with Sl St to beginning = 117 Sc

Row 36: Ch 1, Sc in each St around. Join with Sl St to beginning = 117 Sc

Row 37: Ch 1, *11 Sc, Dec Sc in next St*, Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 108 Sc

Row 38: Ch 1, *10 Sc, Dec Sc in next St*, Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 99 Sc

Row 39: Ch 1, Sc Around, Join with Sl St to beginning. = 99 Sc

Row 40: Ch 1, *9 Sc, Dec Sc in next St*, Repeat * * Around. Join with Sl St to beginning. = 90 Sc

Handle Base (there will be 2) 

First Handle Base

*You will no longer be working in the round

Row 1: Ch 1. Sc in next 15 Sts

Row 2: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 11, Dec Sc. = 13 Sc

Row 3: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 9, Dec Sc. = 11 Sc

Row 4: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 7, Dec Sc. = 9 Sc

Row 5: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 5, Dec Sc. = 7 Sc

Row 6: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 3, Dec Sc. = 5 Sc

Rows 7-11: Ch 1 Turn, Sc Across. = 5 Sc Finish off, Leaving a long tail for sewing

Second Handle Base

Row 1: Skip 30 Sts from previous handle base, Join with Sl St to next St. Ch 1 Sc in Same as joining, Sc 14. = 15 Sc

Row 2: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 11, Dec Sc. = 13 Sc

Row 3: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 9, Dec Sc. = 11 Sc

Row 4: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 7, Dec Sc. = 9 Sc

Row 5: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 5, Dec Sc. = 7 Sc

Row 6: Ch 1 Turn, Dec Sc, Sc 3, Dec Sc. = 5 Sc

Rows 7-11: Ch 1 Turn, Sc Across. = 5 Sc Finish off, Leaving a long tail for sewing

Bag Edging:

Working along the side rows and across to the other side – From Row 11 on the right handle base to the top of row 11 on the left handle base…

Join with Sl St to top of Row 11, Sc evenly across. Finish off

Repeat on the other side of bag.

Handle

Ch 6

Row 1: Sc in second Ch from hook and each across. -= 5 Sc

Row 2: Ch 1 turn, Sc across. = 5 Sc

Repeat Row 2 until handle measures 22″

Working along side rows of handle. Sc evenly down each side of the handle, finishing off on each side and leaving a long tail for sewing.

Finishing

Putting it all together.

Starting with handle base and metal ring. Wrap the handle base around the metal ring and sew it to the inside of tote. Repeat for both sides.

Wrap the Handle strap through the metal ring and sew it toward the inside of the handle. Repeat on the other side.