Crochet Produce Bag
Create your very own handmade mesh bag for carrying produce with this crochet produce bag pattern. This eco-friendly alternative to plastic bags is not only practical but also stylish. You can customize the size and color of your bag to suit your personal taste and needs. Crocheting a produce bag is a fun and rewarding project that allows you to reduce waste and showcase your creativity. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this pattern is a great way to hone your skills and contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle. Not only will you be reducing your environmental impact by using a reusable bag, but you'll also be supporting local farmers and artisans. By taking the time to crochet your own produce bag, you're not only creating a practical item but also a conversation starter. Show off your skills and commitment to sustainability by making your own crochet produce bag today.
Difficulty Level
Beginner
Yarn and Tools
- Yarn: Drops Cotton Light – 1 skein
- Crochet Hook – 3.5 mm
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Abbreviations
- st – stitch
- ch.s. – chain space
- ch – chain stitch
- sc – single crochet
Measurements
The finished piece was measured laying flat, very slightly stretched.
- width: ~ 15 cm / 5.9 inches
- length: ~ 19 cm / 7.5 inches
Notes
- This pattern uses US Terms.
- This mesh crochet produce bag is very stretchable, so try out its size as you go. You may want to add or omit a couple of rounds to make it work for you.
- To make the bag wider, change the number of foundation chain stitches, but keep it a multiple of 2.
- If you want to alter the height of the bag, change the number of round 4 repeats, but remember that it will stretch.
- Use cotton yarn for this project because it’s sturdy enough to hold the shape. Although it’s possible to make it with wool, for example, it may stretch too much.
Pattern
Start
20 ch (~11 cm)
Round 1
1 ch, 2 sc in one stitch, 18 sc, 4 sc in one stitch, now work on the other side of the chain,18 sc, 2 sc in the last stitch, sl st. (28)
Round 2
*5 ch, skip 1, sl st* x 23
Round 3
3 sl st in the nearest ch-sp, *6 ch, sl st in the ch-sp* x 23
Round 4 and further
repeat *6 ch, sl st in the ch-sp* spirally for 17 more rounds or however many you need to achieve your desired height. In my case, the bag measures roughly 18 cm from the bottom to the top, slightly stretched.
Top Part of the Bag
Round 1
*3 ch, sl st* x 13. You finish in the center of the last chain space. This is the beginning of the next round.
Round 2
1 ch, 4 sc in the big ch-sp, *1 sc in the small ch-sp, 4 sc in the big ch-sp* repeat.
Round 3
1 ch, 1 sc, *2 ch, skip 2, 3 sc* x 13, 2 sc, sl st.
Round 4
1 ch, 1 sc in the stitch, 2 sc in the ch-sp, *3 sc, 2 sc in the ch-sp* x 13, 2 sc, sl st.
Drawstring and Finishing
Secure and weave in all ends.
Make 80-100 chain stitches or as many as you need to achieve 45-50 cm of string. The string has to be longer than the circumference of the bag’s opening.
Weave it through the loops in the top part of the bag. Tie the ends together.