The Marley Tote Bag is an easy crochet pattern with two handle options. To create the bag, use two strands of yarn held together to create a sturdy bag with a unique marled look. All the instructions you need to make this pattern are included in the PDF. The PDF also includes a link to the complete video tutorial. This pattern is great for beginners and more experienced crocheters.

A free version of this pattern and the video tutorial are available on my blog, www.tealandfinch.com. This listing is for the ad-free PDF.

Tester Photo by Kim Moore @hooked.in.happyvalley.

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General Instructions: The Marley Tote Bag is a 2-in-1 crochet pattern using two skeins of yarn held double. A simple stitch pattern worked in the round forms the base of the bag. Then choose either the short or long handle option to finish this fun and easy project.
Supplies: Size 6.0mm crochet hook, tapestry needle

Yarn: #4/Medium (cotton blend recommended) in 2 colors (456 yds per color)
Shown: Lion Brand RE-UP (85% cotton, 15% polyester) 4 skeins each ecru and grey (114 yds/skein) or ecru and black.

Gauge: 6.5” diameter after round 4 completed
Finished Measurements: 16” h x 16” w; 8” tall handle for long handle option

Abbreviations and Special Stitches
btwn: between
ch: chain
dc: double crochet
dc2tog / dc 2 together: Insert hook in next st, pull up a loop, insert hook in next st, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo, pull through remaining loops on hook. (decrease made)
inc: 2 tr in same st (increase made)
rep: repeat
rnd: round
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
sp: space
st(s): stitch(es)
tr: treble crochet