Crochet-inspired drawstring tote bag.

The charming lace pattern combined with the yarn texture creates a bohemian look. This versatile accessory is ideal for the summer. Braided top handles.

The bag is worked bottom up, so you can easily adjust the length.

LEVEL
Intermediate (2/3)

YARN
3 skeins of Field Gregoria Fibers (50g = 120 yards/110 m) (43% linen, 37% cotton 20% silk).

For the sample we used our colourway “wheat”.

Alternative yarn: same yardage for Sandnes Line (53% cotton, 33% viscose and 14% linen).

NEEDLES
US 1 / 2.5 mm circular needles, cable length 24 or 32” (60 or 80 cm) for the pattern stitch.
US 4 / 3.5 mm circular needles, cable length 24 or 32” (60 or 80 cm) for the i-cord.
US 4 / 3.5 mm DPNs for working the i-cord.

GAUGE
20 stitches x 34 rounds = 4” / 10 cm on US 1 / 2.5 mm needles in pattern stitch.

SIZES
One size
Total width (flat): 34.5cm / 13.5”
Total length: 32 cm / 12.5”