✨Free Pattern - Soho Tote - forthefrills.com/easy-soho-tote-free-crochet-pattern-video-tutorial/ Check out the free crochet tote bag pattern! It has all the measurements, yarn amounts and alteration instructions ☺
I made this out of plastic grocery bags that I recycled into yarn! (I'm 13 and live with my dad who won't switch to reusable, so I found another way lol). This pattern was easy to follow as a beginner, and I 100% recommend it.
@@mr.chickennuggets1088 There is a really good video that explains how to by GemFOX Food and Craft. I'm planning on making a tote bag from the plastic yarn that I have been making to carry produce from my garden to my house.
Excellent pattern and tutorial. I have written and sold many patterns. Years of experience and an accomplished crocheter, so when I see an excellent pattern with style and simplicity I need to commend it. Well done! 👍
This was the first thing I’ve ever crocheted and it came out great thanks to this wonderful tutorial! It’s a REALLY big bag, so it’s great for beach trips/vacations. I saw people asking how much yarn to get; I ended up using over 600 yards.
Such a great tutorial! I've never crocheted before and randomly decided I wanted to make a tote bag. Found this video and so glad I did, the directions are super simple and easy to follow ever for a complete beginner! I am working on my 8th row and cannot wait to keep going. Thank you so much!!!
Really straightforward instructions. I just finished a tote and am currently making a second. I absolutely love how it turned out! Great project if you have a lot of down time.
Thanks for the video! I'm almost done with my bag. You were very clear on instructions 😁 my next bag will be a bit smaller, this one is huge! It's going to be perfect for grocery shopping.
I made this with raffia and slightly adjusted the pattern but it created such a beautiful end result! Gonna give it as a gift for xmas. Thank you so much! Best pattern I've used on TH-cam so far.
I have finally finished my first crochet tote bag. Thanks for the tutorial, it‘s super easy to understand! Any chance you‘re planning on filming a tutorial for a bucket hat? I‘d love to crochet one for summer, but wasn‘t able to find any good instructions. Anyways, I‘m excited to try out some more tutorials of yours. 🤗
How did the bag come together after doing 21 rows of double crotchet? At 5:39 In the video? Did I miss something? How did it become a pouch before you start the handles? I'm confused now. Please help and clarify. Ty😊
I love this tote bag I am making my friend a set of pot holders dish towels scrubby and dish cloth and I wanted something nice to put it in. So I am making this tote bag but instead of using a single crochet I’m using the double goes it a little more stiffness and I like it
Hi, I show how to build the bag in the tutorial. Once you've finished the rectangle (worked in rows) you crochet around the edges and then build up the sides of the bag in the round.
Kc Little you go all the way around the rectangle with single crochets at the end of round 1 and then for round 2 you go all the way around the rectangle for the round and that becomes the bottom of your bag. hope that cleared it up:)
Hey, do I slip stitch into the first double crochet or into the top of the chain two? And if I slip stitch into the first dc do I then place another dc into the same stitch where the chain two is or the next one?
I am very confused. When I start to do the DC part all around the base, it stays in square. I keep watching the video but I dont understand how you make it seems round, to make the sides of the bag. Thx!
Hi Alexia, as you extend the sides and continue to crochet more rounds, the edges around the rectangle will curl inwards and form the edges of the bag. Since there are no seams the corners of the bag will be rounded. I hope this helps, Grace :)
Yes, I like this easy market bag. I am working on it at the present time. I would love to have the printed crochet pattern. Is that possible. Please, keep me up to date on your website. Thanks!
hi grace!!!! my name is also grace! hehe. i’m a beginner to crochet and have started making reusable market bags. i stumbled upon your channel and was amazed at how beautiful all your projects are! keep up the great work! Also, i was wondering if you would be open to creating/starting your very own crochet subscription box. i have been on the search for a reasonably priced subscription box and i just love your style and would love to support you!
Hi Grace, haha there are a lot of us :) Thank you so much for your kind words! I don't have any plans for a subscription box right now but maybe one day :)
Hello. I have a question. When you do the double single crochet for row 23, are the double single crochets supposed to be right on top of one another instead of the middle stitch?
@@liesellucero9575 Me to I cant get the shape and my stitches don't line up like in the video and my seem is going up on an angle even though I have 132 stitches all around
I have way more than 132 DC stiches. But I know my Stitch count on the base rectangle is right. When you do 3 SC into the end stiches of each side that adds stiches so it does not add up to 132. I am so confused
Hi this is a great looking bag and you’re a great instructor as well! I’m ready to start on it tonight and then had a great idea. Could you please help me determine how to make same in a much smaller version? Specifically for my 3 year old granddaughter so she has one to match her mommy when they go shopping 😋. I’m fairly new to crochet and don’t know if i can simply reduce all counts by half etc.? Thankyou!!
Hi! Does the slip stitch joining the round count as a stitch in the 132 stitches you have to do or is it like you have to do 132 double crochets then slip stitch then chain 2?
Hi, you could make this bag bigger by chaining more than 51 but afterwards all of your st counts will change as you work around the perimeter of the bag and when working the mesh portion so I can't guarantee that it will all work out. If you want to alter this bag, I'd suggest chaining an odd number of chains and then when working around the perimeter of the rectangle you should have an even number of stitches at the end of your first round. Also take into account that you'll need to change the handle placement (if you want the handles to be perfectly in the centre). I hope this helps, Grace :)
Hi Liesel, it will take a few rounds (probably around round 10 or so) for your bag to take shape. Just make sure you always have the right number of stitches and your stitch count isn't increasing and you should be ok :) Grace
can someone pls help me, i‘m at round 15 with double crochet but it does not curl or anything and i don’t see a bag shape coming. it is supposed to be a birthday present for my mum :(
Hi, it sounds like you might be adding an extra stitch at the end of every round. The space by the turning chain isn't a stitch! Make sure to count your stitches so that you still have the same amount. Alternatively, you could be crocheting with looser tension (how tightly you hold your yarn) and that can also cause the sides not to form. I hope this helps, Grace
i was crocheting this along and i skipped the part that you showed that i supposed to double crochet through the length... i guess now i have to design my own bag...
Hello dear, may i know what material of the yarn please? Thank you in advance. I do click the link you put in the description but it doesn't appear anything.
I am not Sure how to do the corners when you’re using the double crochet do you crochet three in the corner or do you slip stitch and then crochet to and then do your doubles
Oops I just saw your other comment! By using DC do you mean you are using DC for the base? If so, when stitching around the edge of the rectangle the number of stitches along the sides of the rectangle might change due to DC being wider than SC. Either way, still make sure to place 3 stitches (either SC or DC) in each corner so that the sides of the bag have a nice shape to them :)
Hi, Seaming means sewing different pieces together at the end to create your final item. Since this pattern doesn't have seaming it means that the entire bag is created in one piece :) I hope this helps!
Hi Caitlin, the seam angle shouldn't be a problem for the handles. If you want to keep your seam straight just turn your work after every round. If you do so, your stitches will look different to the bag in the video since both the 'right' sides and 'wrong' sides of the stitch will be visible but it isn't a big difference. Grace :)
✨Free Pattern - Soho Tote - forthefrills.com/easy-soho-tote-free-crochet-pattern-video-tutorial/
Check out the free crochet tote bag pattern! It has all the measurements, yarn amounts and alteration instructions ☺
I made this out of plastic grocery bags that I recycled into yarn! (I'm 13 and live with my dad who won't switch to reusable, so I found another way lol). This pattern was easy to follow as a beginner, and I 100% recommend it.
How did you recycle the plastic into yarn? I want to start re using plastic bags :)
Thanks hon this helps a lot!
@@mr.chickennuggets1088 There is a really good video that explains how to by GemFOX Food and Craft. I'm planning on making a tote bag from the plastic yarn that I have been making to carry produce from my garden to my house.
Excellent pattern and tutorial. I have written and sold many patterns. Years of experience and an accomplished crocheter, so when I see an excellent pattern with style and simplicity I need to commend it. Well done! 👍
This was the first thing I’ve ever crocheted and it came out great thanks to this wonderful tutorial! It’s a REALLY big bag, so it’s great for beach trips/vacations. I saw people asking how much yarn to get; I ended up using over 600 yards.
Such a great tutorial! I've never crocheted before and randomly decided I wanted to make a tote bag. Found this video and so glad I did, the directions are super simple and easy to follow ever for a complete beginner! I am working on my 8th row and cannot wait to keep going. Thank you so much!!!
Glad this tutorial is helpful and you found it easy to understand :) Happy crocheting!
Update??😍
How'd it turn out?
Really straightforward instructions. I just finished a tote and am currently making a second. I absolutely love how it turned out! Great project if you have a lot of down time.
So glad you enjoy the pattern Jen :)
Help me
@@forthefrills please guide
It would help to see how you go from a rectangle to a full round. I don’t see where that transition happens.
I agree with that. It’s all a bit “and as if by magic!”when the formation of the bag is crucial!
I thought I was the only one ahaha. I thought I missed something and I obviously did
Thanks for the video! I'm almost done with my bag. You were very clear on instructions 😁 my next bag will be a bit smaller, this one is huge! It's going to be perfect for grocery shopping.
That's great Traci! Haha yes its a great market tote bag :)
Traci Traci how much yarn did you use
It is pretty, but too huge .
Thank you, i tried making one but missed some count, still i finished it🙋🏻♀️🤩
Very nice video I really enjoyed watching it. I would like to see more crochet bags tutorials please.
I made this with raffia and slightly adjusted the pattern but it created such a beautiful end result! Gonna give it as a gift for xmas. Thank you so much! Best pattern I've used on TH-cam so far.
What a beautiful bag and a great tutorial, thank you so much!
Very cute and easy to follow ❤excellent teacher🎉 send me some easy round tote bag ,many thanks 🙏❤
Really clear and precise instructions, love your Chanel❤️I want to make all your projects 👍🏼👏
Thank you! I'm glad you found this helpful :)
How many grams of yarn is needed here? Thank you for this video! ❤️❤️❤️
Easy and clear instructions.
Thank you!
I have finally finished my first crochet tote bag. Thanks for the tutorial, it‘s super easy to understand! Any chance you‘re planning on filming a tutorial for a bucket hat? I‘d love to crochet one for summer, but wasn‘t able to find any good instructions. Anyways, I‘m excited to try out some more tutorials of yours. 🤗
I need help
Thank you so much for this wonderful video! I’ve always wanted to make a bag, and now I can finally make a nice one like this! I’m working on it now 😃
Beautiful bag, thank you for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
How did the bag come together after doing 21 rows of double crotchet? At 5:39
In the video? Did I miss something? How did it become a pouch before you start the handles? I'm confused now. Please help and clarify. Ty😊
Same here
I couldn’t understand either
ok i am also having this problem, please help thank u
me too row 21 in my bag doesn't give the same height
i’m confused at 5:14… i did one row of double crochets.. how many more rows of that do i do?? i’m lost 😅
I love this tote bag I am making my friend a set of pot holders dish towels scrubby and dish cloth and I wanted something nice to put it in. So I am making this tote bag but instead of using a single crochet I’m using the double goes it a little more stiffness and I like it
Great tutorial! Lovely
Thank you
I’m so confused. How did u go from a rectangle to it being joined to form the bag shape. U didn’t mention it at all
Hi, I show how to build the bag in the tutorial. Once you've finished the rectangle (worked in rows) you crochet around the edges and then build up the sides of the bag in the round.
forthefrills I’m confused by this comment. I also wondered how you went from a rectangle to a bag shape. I don’t understand
Wonderful, simple yet elegant. No need to give a lining?
Kc Little you go all the way around the rectangle with single crochets at the end of round 1 and then for round 2 you go all the way around the rectangle for the round and that becomes the bottom of your bag. hope that cleared it up:)
@@kristadaniello just to clarify, were only continuing the half double crochet in round 2 right?
What is the measurements of the bag? And how many yards of yarn is needed to complete the bag?
Hi. Can you explain how you go from a rectangle into a bag? I am very confused after watching the video and looking through the comments.
Sameee! I followed her through everything and now I'm confused how did the rectangle turn into a bag??? 🤦🤦 I have to repeat all over again
same here
I love it thank you so much ❤️
It's very easy to understand. Thx for the tutorial
Thanks for watching!
I am making now my tote bag following your tutorials 😊😊😊
Happy crocheting :)
forthefrills im done actually but where i share the photo of my project so i can show it to you 😊😊😊
Please tag me on Instagram @forthefrills I love seeing your projects!
forthefrills oh ok i think i sent you in Dm already
Hey, do I slip stitch into the first double crochet or into the top of the chain two? And if I slip stitch into the first dc do I then place another dc into the same stitch where the chain two is or the next one?
Fantastic fantastic very very prety please more more crochet bag evey thing learn us fantastic 😙😚😚😚😚💞❣❣
Very nice thanks so much
I am very confused. When I start to do the DC part all around the base, it stays in square. I keep watching the video but I dont understand how you make it seems round, to make the sides of the bag. Thx!
Hi Alexia, as you extend the sides and continue to crochet more rounds, the edges around the rectangle will curl inwards and form the edges of the bag. Since there are no seams the corners of the bag will be rounded. I hope this helps, Grace :)
forthefrills It helped, thanks a lot!! I finished the bag and I am really happy of the result!
Same here... hope it starts curling soon!
I’m confused
Her side seams are closed
Very nice thank you
Hi, how do u evenly space out 12 single crochets for the border edges?
Very very nice thanks so much
Forthefrills how many yarn had you used to finish the bag??
hi it takes about 2.5 rolls of yarn, so buy 3 :)
@@ryliepitts6771 is that 100g or 50?:)
How did the seams come together?
How does this go round?
Great tutorial. I had to subscribe. Be blessed
I love it but I would like a wider handle and need to know how much yarn does it take???
Yes, I like this easy market bag. I am working on it at the present time. I would love to have the printed crochet pattern. Is that possible. Please, keep me up to date on your website. Thanks!
👍je suis entrain de le faire super facile et très joli
hi grace!!!! my name is also grace! hehe. i’m a beginner to crochet and have started making reusable market bags. i stumbled upon your channel and was amazed at how beautiful all your projects are! keep up the great work! Also, i was wondering if you would be open to creating/starting your very own crochet subscription box. i have been on the search for a reasonably priced subscription box and i just love your style and would love to support you!
Hi Grace, haha there are a lot of us :) Thank you so much for your kind words! I don't have any plans for a subscription box right now but maybe one day :)
I really2 want to make this bag but can someone explain to me how you end up with 12 short stitches on the sides?
I just space out 12 stitches along the short edges. You can crochet directly into the last st of the row or the turning chain.
is your yarn 100% cotton? also how many grams of yarn did you use
Hello. I have a question. When you do the double single crochet for row 23, are the double single crochets supposed to be right on top of one another instead of the middle stitch?
Hi Rachel, in row 23 you place one single crochet on top of each double treble crochet and one single crochet in each chain space.
I’ve started making mine and it’s not taking the shape of a bag, just a large rectangle :( help
Me too!
@@liesellucero9575 Me to I cant get the shape and my stitches don't line up like in the video and my seem is going up on an angle even though I have 132 stitches all around
I have way more than 132 DC stiches. But I know my Stitch count on the base rectangle is right. When you do 3 SC into the end stiches of each side that adds stiches so it does not add up to 132. I am so confused
I ended up with 98 stitches, have to figure out the handles 🤪
Hi this is a great looking bag and you’re a great instructor as well! I’m ready to start on it tonight and then had a great idea. Could you please help me determine how to make same in a much smaller version? Specifically for my 3 year old granddaughter so she has one to match her mommy when they go shopping 😋. I’m fairly new to crochet and don’t know if i can simply reduce all counts by half etc.? Thankyou!!
Nice bag
Ng Hui Choo simple market totes to crochet
That was beautiful 😍
Should my bag look like a boat? I feel like I not doing something right I wish I could send a pic.
Super!!!
is it normal for my rectangle in the beginning to be arched?
does the 51 chains include the first one started with the slip knot
How many round for single crochet before you making the single crochet border?
How many rows in each round and is there a border after each
Is the yarn Acrylic?😊
Hi! Does the slip stitch joining the round count as a stitch in the 132 stitches you have to do or is it like you have to do 132 double crochets then slip stitch then chain 2?
Hi Rianne,
The slip stitch and ch 2 do not count as a stitch.
Grace
Can you make this bag Bigger? And if so would you train more than 51?
Hi, you could make this bag bigger by chaining more than 51 but afterwards all of your st counts will change as you work around the perimeter of the bag and when working the mesh portion so I can't guarantee that it will all work out. If you want to alter this bag, I'd suggest chaining an odd number of chains and then when working around the perimeter of the rectangle you should have an even number of stitches at the end of your first round. Also take into account that you'll need to change the handle placement (if you want the handles to be perfectly in the centre). I hope this helps, Grace :)
great tutorial, thanks!! any tips for adjusting this pattern to create a smaller bag? I'm worried I don't have enough yarn :(
i used the same pattern for a smaller bag and just chained 30 in the beginning and basically followed the same thing the rest of the way through
and also just decreased the height so instead of 16 rows of single crochets in the beginning i tbink i only did 10
i dun quite understand that SC for 16rows,
then space out 12sc for the short side border , but shouldn't it be 14?
Hi, the width and height of the SC aren't the same so 12 along the short side of the border has better tension.
I hope this helps,
Grace
Hi! I have already made 5 row with the double crochet and still like a big rectangle, is that normal? (I’m a beginner) 😳
Hi Liesel, it will take a few rounds (probably around round 10 or so) for your bag to take shape. Just make sure you always have the right number of stitches and your stitch count isn't increasing and you should be ok :)
Grace
can someone pls help me, i‘m at round 15 with double crochet but it does not curl or anything and i don’t see a bag shape coming. it is supposed to be a birthday present for my mum :(
Hi, it sounds like you might be adding an extra stitch at the end of every round. The space by the turning chain isn't a stitch! Make sure to count your stitches so that you still have the same amount. Alternatively, you could be crocheting with looser tension (how tightly you hold your yarn) and that can also cause the sides not to form.
I hope this helps,
Grace
i was crocheting this along and i skipped the part that you showed that i supposed to double crochet through the length... i guess now i have to design my own bag...
Same here, I missed something and had to reduced a few rows to get the shape 🤣
How much of yarn in grams have you used for this bag?
Hi, All yarn amounts (sizes XS-3XL) are in the blog post - linked in the description!
Grace :)
Start how much number of chain
Hello dear, may i know what material of the yarn please? Thank you in advance. I do click the link you put in the description but it doesn't appear anything.
Hi, I'm using Lion Brand's 24/7 cotton yarn :)
@@forthefrills oh alright. Thank you! :)
I am not Sure how to do the corners when you’re using the double crochet do you crochet three in the corner or do you slip stitch and then crochet to and then do your doubles
Hi, for the Dc rounds you just place one dc in each stitch until the end of the round and then sl st to join.
Oops I just saw your other comment! By using DC do you mean you are using DC for the base? If so, when stitching around the edge of the rectangle the number of stitches along the sides of the rectangle might change due to DC being wider than SC. Either way, still make sure to place 3 stitches (either SC or DC) in each corner so that the sides of the bag have a nice shape to them :)
Thank you. Now when I make the next Tote bag I can do it the right way I didn’t do this the right way but it turned out OK.
Help me… is actually round or row
Can i know how many skeins of yarn you used? Or how many grams :)
Hi, all the yarn info is in the free written pattern (linked in the description) :)
Mavinia Allagu in her instructions she used three skeins of that brand. so 300 grams
How Many skeins of yarn did you use to make the tote bag
Hi, all details are in the free written pattern :) - forthefrills.com/easy-soho-tote-free-crochet-pattern-video-tutorial
at the end of round 21 my bag size looks very small
when u say round 2 (17 to end of row 21) u mean 5 rows
not getting height
Do I split stitch each corner rounds 2-21??
Hi Cassandra,
After every round you slip stitch into the first stitch to join :)
Grace
@@forthefrills thank you.
I don't understand how the bag gets wider.
You are beautiful thank you :') .. I am a beginner, can you tell me what seaming mean and what used for to help me understand better? Thanks a lot ^^
Hi, Seaming means sewing different pieces together at the end to create your final item. Since this pattern doesn't have seaming it means that the entire bag is created in one piece :) I hope this helps!
@@forthefrills Thank you so much for making the efforts to make me understand :D ... Love you :3
How many yards did it take to make this bag??
Hi, I used about 2.5 skeins of Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton. The blog post linked in the description bar has all pattern details :)
how much yarn do i need to make this?
Hi, All yarn amounts (sizes XS-3XL) are in the blog post - linked in the description!
Grace :)
Why does mine curl or twirl? 😅 It's not even that tight 😢
Hi, do you mean the base rectangle of your bag? The base should be fine once you've crocheted the sides :)
How many balls of yarn does it end up using?
Hi Sophia, all the yarn yardage info is in the blog post :) Link in description!
Sophia Kramer she used three skeins of her yarn according to her free pattern. 300 grams
I'm at row 32 and I noticed that my seam isn't straight. Will this be a problem for the handles? How do I keep it straight?
Hi Caitlin, the seam angle shouldn't be a problem for the handles. If you want to keep your seam straight just turn your work after every round. If you do so, your stitches will look different to the bag in the video since both the 'right' sides and 'wrong' sides of the stitch will be visible but it isn't a big difference. Grace :)
How much yarn needed?
Hi, all the yarn amounts are in the blog post - linked in the description! Grace :)
Sorry to say the design was confusing .I couldnot understsnd when you joined the two sides
Please what's the length of the yarn you used?
All yarn amounts (sizes XS-3XL) are in the blog post - linked in the description!
Grace :)
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