Celebrate the teachers who make a difference with this charming Apples for the Teacher Tote mosaic crochet pattern. Designed with apple and pencil motifs, this tote is both practical and meaningful — the perfect handmade gift for back-to-school, teacher appreciation, or year-end thank-yous. It’s sturdy, eye-catching, and full of personality — just like your favorite teacher!

This listing is for a digital PDF crochet pattern — no physical item will be mailed.

WHAT YOU GET (Instant Download)
Your purchase includes 3 PDF files with everything you need to succeed:
• Full mosaic charts
• Clear written pattern instructions
• Detailed instruction packet
• Stitch key and chart legend
• Photo tutorials
• Video tutorials for each type of stitch used in the pattern

Use this pattern to:
• Create a thoughtful teacher appreciation gift
• Make a back-to-school tote for your favorite educator
• Crochet a stylish project bag with personality
• Add to your craft fair inventory

SKILL LEVEL
✨ Level 2–Advanced (angle stitches)

This mosaic crochet pattern is an advanced skill level and is recommended for crocheters with experience in mosaic overlay crochet. Detailed instructions, photos, and video tutorials will guide you through each step of the project. With a little bit of patience and practice, you’ll be a pro in no time!

If you are new to angle stitches, I highly recommend trying them first with this free Heart Mug Rug pattern. https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/heart-mug-rug-2 This small 7”x 7” project is a great introduction to my angle notation system and includes my full stitch key.

FINISHED SIZE: 13”x 11”
(132 stitches x 54 rounds)
Size will vary depending on yarn weight and hook.
This calculation is based on weight 3 DK yarn and hook size of 3.75mm. Gauge: 5 stitched and 5 rows=1 inch

YARN:
Color A (Design) – 209 yds
Color B (Background/Base) – 410 yds

ABOUT MOSAIC CROCHET
Mosaic crochet uses one color per row to create crisp, graphic lettering and imagery — no yarn is carried along the back of the work. This project has the added bonus of working in the round from the bottom up - no ends to weave in!

Check out all my bag designs! https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/bags-38037

This pattern is divided into 4 sections (4 pages each) and is worked in the round. The written pattern sections correlate with the charts so they can be used together.

Special thanks to Anita Schadeck for testing this pattern.

IMPORTANT NOTES
• This is a digital PDF pattern only.
• Files are delivered instantly after purchase.
• Patterns are for personal use only. You may sell finished items made from this pattern — please credit Heather Noble Designs as the designer.

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