Bright and breezy, this summer tote will carry your summer essentials in style. A solid single crochet base worked in the round is topped by colorful mesh stripes. A bit of fringe adds whimsy—add more or less according to your taste.

The 100% raffia tape provides a bit of structure, but you may choose to line the bag with fabric, as well.

It’s easy crochet: you’ll use single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch. Text instructions and stitch pattern chart are provided. American crochet terminology is used throughout.