{"id":602,"date":"2025-10-03T13:09:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-03T13:09:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=602"},"modified":"2025-10-03T13:09:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T13:09:30","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%b6-how-to-make-a-crocheted-tote-bag-with-a-herringbone-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=602","title":{"rendered":"\ud83e\uddf6 How to Make a Crocheted Tote Bag with a Herringbone Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sure! Here’s a detailed guide<\/strong> on how to make a crocheted tote bag with a herringbone pattern<\/strong>. This tutorial assumes you have some basic crochet knowledge (like how to do chains, single crochet, etc.), but I\u2019ll also include explanations where helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\uddf6 How to Make a Crocheted Tote Bag with a Herringbone Pattern<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Skill Level<\/strong>: Intermediate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Crochet Techniques Used<\/strong>:\n
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    • Chain stitch (ch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Herringbone Half Double Crochet (hhdc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Slip stitch (sl st)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Single crochet (sc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Working in the round<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Bag Style<\/strong>: Rectangular base, built-up body with handles<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Dimensions (Approx)<\/strong>: 13″ wide x 12″ tall x 4″ deep (can be adjusted)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83e\uddf5 Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Yarn<\/strong>: 2\u20133 skeins of Worsted weight cotton yarn (e.g., Lily Sugar’n Cream or Paintbox Cotton Aran)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Hook<\/strong>: 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Tapestry needle<\/strong> for weaving in ends<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Stitch markers<\/strong> (optional but helpful)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Scissors<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        \ud83d\udcd0 Abbreviations (US Terms)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • ch<\/strong> \u2013 chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • sc<\/strong> \u2013 single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • sl st<\/strong> \u2013 slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • hhdc<\/strong> \u2013 herringbone half double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • st(s)<\/strong> \u2013 stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • rnd<\/strong> \u2013 round<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • rep<\/strong> \u2013 repeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          \ud83e\uddf6 Special Stitch: Herringbone Half Double Crochet (hhdc)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Here’s how to do it:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Yarn over (yo), insert hook into the stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Yarn over and pull through the stitch AND<\/strong> the first loop on your hook (2 loops remain).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Yarn over and pull through remaining 2 loops.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            This creates a slanted “herringbone” effect in the stitches. It looks great for tote bags!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            \ud83e\uddfa Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            STEP 1: Create the Base (Working in Rows)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            Ch 31<\/strong> (This will be the width of your bag \u2013 adjust as needed.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Row 1<\/strong>: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. (30 sts)
            Rows 2\u201312<\/strong>: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \ud83d\udc49 You now have a flat rectangular base. You can make it longer for a deeper tote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            STEP 2: Start the Body (Working in the Round)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            Don’t fasten off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Rnd 1<\/strong>: Ch 1, sc evenly around the entire rectangle (work 2\u20133 sc into each corner to turn). Join with sl st to the first sc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Mark this as the beginning of the round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Rnd 2<\/strong>: Ch 1. Hhdc in each stitch around<\/em>. Join with sl st to the first hhdc.
            Rnd 3\u201320 (or desired height)<\/strong>: Repeat Rnd 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \ud83d\udc49 You should now have a nice textured tube forming with the herringbone pattern. Adjust number of rows for height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            STEP 3: Optional \u2013 Add a Decorative Band<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            To add visual interest, switch colors or do 2\u20133 rounds in plain single crochet between hhdc rounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            STEP 4: Make the Handles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            You can make either short or shoulder-length handles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Measure and mark placement<\/strong> for handles \u2013 leave about 4\u20135″ gap in the middle of the bag for the hand opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Example (for two handles):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Rnd 21<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Ch 1, hhdc in next 5 sts (side),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Ch 35 (this is the handle),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Skip next 10 sts, hhdc in next 10 sts (front),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Ch 35, skip 10 sts (2nd handle),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Hhdc in last 5 sts, sl st to join.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Rnd 22<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Hhdc in each stitch and each chain across (you’ll be crocheting into the ch sts of handles too).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Join with sl st.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                You can do 1\u20132 more rounds to make the handles sturdier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                STEP 5: Finish Off<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                • Sl st around the top edge if you want a clean edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Fasten off and weave in all ends with tapestry needle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  \u2705 Optional Add-ons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  • Lining<\/strong>: Sew in a fabric lining to prevent stretching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Pockets<\/strong>: Crochet or sew small pockets inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Closure<\/strong>: Add a magnetic snap or button for secure closure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Strap Variations<\/strong>: Try leather straps instead of crocheting them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                    \ud83e\uddfc Care Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    Use cotton yarn for durability and machine-washable properties. Hand wash in cold water and lay flat to dry for best longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    \ud83d\udcf8 Final Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Use a tight tension<\/strong> to avoid a floppy bag.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Reinforce handles by stitching a few extra rows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Block the bag after finishing to help shape it nicely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Watch video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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