Midsummer Tote by Rachel Brockman

Midsummer Tote

Crochet
June 2020
Aran (8 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches
in Section 2 pattern
5.0 mm (H)
535 - 565 yards (489 - 517 m)
One Size
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

The Midsummer Tote is sure to have you dreaming of your next trip to the beach. Made with Yashi, our 100% raffia yarn, this bag is perfect for stowing away your summer essentials whenever you’re on the go.

DIFFICULTY
Basic

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: 15”
Height (excluding straps): 15¾”

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Yashi (100% Raffia; 40g/99 yds)
• 112 Pulp (MC) – 3 balls
• 108 Earthy (CC) – 3 balls
Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm)
Notions: Removable marker

GAUGE
15 sc x 16 rnds = 4”
15 sts x 8 rnds = 4” in Section 2 patt

PATTERN NOTES
The body of this bag is crocheted in seamlessly in the round. A simple mesh pattern in a contrasting color breaks up two sections of single crochet. The straps are worked flat separately and sewn to the inside of the bag during finishing.