I love a good summer bag. I love 24/7 Cotton yarn. Put them together and you get The Tides Out Tote crochet pattern!
I absolutely have to make a summer bag every year and this year I ended up with The Tides Out Tote! You will be holding 24/7 cotton yarn double stranded throughout to create this beauty. It uses a bunch of double crochet stitches for an easy and fun texture.
The large body fits this insert from Amazon to give it a sturdy and firm shape. When you lack the sewing skills like I do.. these inserts are a life saver! This bag can still be used without an insert, it just won’t have as firm as a shape like it does with it.
This bag is worked in 2 identical panels from the bottom up. Sew the sides and bottom together then add the cute trim detail on the top! The straps are sewn on into the inside of the bag several inches down for a sturdier hold.
I really enjoy making video tutorial for you guys, I hope you like them too! I know some of us are visual learners or maybe just a very beginner and you need a little extra help! Check out the video tutorial, i’m sure it will answer any questions!
The Tides Out Tote is a spacious, easygoing crochet bag with a coastal feel. Made with yarn held double for extra durability, it features a subtle wave-like trim along the top that adds a touch of texture and charm. Whether you’re heading to the beach, the market, or just out for the day, this tote is both practical and stylish. The pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial to help you along the way.
Materials:
Worsted (4) Weight Yarn, Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in “Haybale”, 6 skeins or 950 yards
I/5.5 Crochet Hook
Needle
Scissors
Gauge:
12 Sts by 9 Rows= 4×4”
To make a gauge swatch Ch 30 and and work rows 1-4 of the pattern, continue repeating rows 3&4 for at least 10 rows. Your swatch will be bigger than the required gauge. Measure 4×4” within your swatch to check gauge.
Finished Measurements (without liner inserted):
12” T, 9” W, 8” D
Flat Panel Measurements:
Notes:
When pattern instructs to work into Sts from 2 rows below, you will be working around the Chs from previous row, concealing them. This will begin in Row 2 and continue throughout the pattern.
You will be making 2 identical panels from the bottom up. After seaming together you will make 2 straps and sew inside.
Special St- YO, insert hook in indicated St, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2 loops on hook, YO, insert hook in same St, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2 loops, YO, pull through all 3 loops, Ch 2, YO, insert hook into same St, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2 loops on hook, YO, insert hook in same St, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2 loops, YO, pull through all 3 loops
Pattern:
Main Panel (make 2)
With yarn held double-
Ch 30
Row 1: 1 Dc in 3rd Ch from hook and in next 3 Chs, *Ch 4, Sk 4 Chs, 1 Dc in next 4 Chs*, repeat from * to * across, turn. (16 Dc, 12 Ch)
Row 2(RS): *Ch 4, Sk 4 Sts, 1 Dc in next 4 Chs from the starting Ch*, repeat from * to * across until 4 Sts remain, Ch 4, Sk over the next 3 Dc, 1 Sl St in final Dc, turn. (12 Dc, 16 Ch)
Row 3: Ch 2 (does not count as a St), 1 Dc in first 4 Dc from 2 rows below, *Ch 4, Sk 4, 1 Dc in next 4 Dc from 2 rows below*, repeat from * to * across, turn. (16 Dc, 12 Ch)
Row 4: *Ch 4, Sk 4 Sts, 1 Dc in next 4 Dc from 2 rows below*, repeat from * to * across until 4 Sts remain, Ch 4, Sk over the next 3 Dc, 1 Sl St in final Dc, turn. (12 Dc, 16 Ch)
Rows 5-8: Repeat Rows 3 & 4.
Fasten off and TURN after Row 8.
With new yarn, held double stranded-
Row 9: Ch 12, join back into your panel with 1 Dc into first Dc from 2 rows below, 1 Dc in next 3 Dc from 2 rows below, *Ch 4, Sk 4, 1 Dc in next 4 Dc from 2 rows below* repeat from * to * across, Ch 14, turn. (16 Dc, 38 Ch)
Row 10: 1 Dc in 3rd Ch from hook and next 3 Chs, Ch 4, Sk 4 Chs, 1 Dc in next 4 Chs, Ch 4, Sk 4, *1 Dc in next 4 Dc from 2 rows below, Ch 4, Sk 4*, repeat from * to * across row until you reach the last 12 Chs, 1 Dc in first 4 Chs, Ch 4, Sk 4, 1 Dc in last 4 Chs, turn. (28 Dc, 24 Chs)
Row 11: Ch 4, Sk 4, 1 Dc in next 4 Chs, *Ch 4, Sk 4, 1 Dc in next 4 Dc from 2 rows below*, repeat from * to * across until 12 Sts remain, Ch 4, Sk 4, 1 Dc in next 4 Chs from previous row, Ch 4, Sk next 3 Dc, 1 Sl St in final Dc, turn. (24 Dc, 28 Chs)
Rows 12-36: Repeat Rows 3 & 4.
Row 37: *1 Sl St in first 4 Sts, 1 Hdc in next 4 Sts from 2 rows below* repeat from * to * across, turn.
Fasten off, leave a long tail with 1 strand of yarn for seaming down side of bag.
Straps (make 2)-
With yarn held double, leave a long starting tail for sewing this side of the strap to your bag.
Ch 71
Row 1: 1 Sc in second Ch from hook and each Ch across, turn. (70 Sc)
Row 2-5: Ch 1 (does not count as a St), 1 Sc in first 30 Sts, 1 Sl St in next 10 Sts, 1 Sc in last 30 Sts, turn. (60 Sc, 10 Sl St)
Row 6: Ch 1, 1 Sc in each St across. (70 Sc)
Fasten off, leave a long tail for seaming
Join Together-
Place both panels of your bag together, RS facing. Using your needle and yarn tail, sew the sides of your bag together (Rows 9-37). Next, sew the bottom of Row 1 of both panels together. View diagram below. Next, we are going to sew the bottom corners together. Open up each corner of the bag and line up the side seam with the bottom seam. Sandwich together and sew across to close.
Bag Trim-
With your bag RS out and your yarn double stranded, join yarn with a Sl St to the left of either side seam.
Round 1: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St around, join with a Sl St to the first Hdc made. (104 Hdc)
Round 2: Ch 1, Sk first St, 1 Sc in next 5 Sts, *Sk 1, Special St in following, Sk 1, 1 Sc in next 5 Sts* repeat from * to * around, Sk 1, 1 Special St in following, Sl St to first Sc. (65 Sc, 13 Special St)
Round 3: 1 Sl St in next 2 Sts, *Ch 3, 1 Sc in next Ch-2 Sp, Ch 3, Sl St into the base of the Sc, Ch 3, Sk 3 Sts, 1 Sl St in next (the center Sc of the group of 5 from previous row)* repeat from * to * around, your final Sl St of the round is worked into the second Sl St made at the start of the round (just before the first Ch 3), fasten off. (78 Chs, 13 picot)
Sew Straps-
Turn your bag WS out. Place your first strap about 3” in on both sides of the first panel. You will want to overlap your strap edges and bag about 3” from the top of the bag. This helps keep the bag extra sturdy and secure. Make sure both sides of the strap are lined up evenly before you begin sewing. Be sure to not twist straps. You can use stitch markers to hold in place if needed. Sew both ends of the strap down on all 4 sides with the yarn tail and needle, using your stitch of choice. Repeat on other side of bag, making sure your second strap is even with the first strap.
