Crochet Tote Bag Pattern PDF — Seaside Mesh Bag (Beginner-Friendly Beach Bag)

The Seaside Tote Bag is the perfect companion for beach days, farmers markets, and everything in between. This beautiful mesh bag is generously sized to hold all your essentials, and its open weave gives it a breezy, effortless look that pairs with any summer outfit. Made with recycled cotton yarn, it's as sustainable as it is stylish.

🧶 Yarn & Materials

• Recommended yarn: Recycled cotton yarn (DK or worsted weight)
• Approx. yardage: ~250–350 m depending on size
• Why recycled cotton? Durable, washable, and eco-friendly — ideal for a bag you'll use every day
• Hook size: Refer to pattern for recommended hook

🪡 Stitches & Techniques Used

• Chain (CH)
• Single Crochet (SC)
• Double Crochet (DC)
• Mesh stitch pattern
• Working in the round
• Handle construction
• Resizing for custom dimensions

📏 Sizing

• Finished dimensions: Approx. 28 cm wide × 45 cm tall
• Pattern includes suggestions for making a smaller or larger version
• Roomy enough for a small beach towel, sunscreen, snacks, and more

⭐ Difficulty Level

Beginner-Friendly: A great first bag project! The mesh stitch is repetitive and easy to memorize, making this a relaxing and satisfying make for crocheters of all levels.

⏱ Estimated Time to Complete

Approximately 5 to 8 hours depending on your experience level and yarn weight.

📦 What's Included

• 1 downloadable PDF with full written instructions in U.S. crochet terms
• Step-by-step photos throughout
• Size adjustment guidance
• Instant download — start your project right away

This listing is a PDF CROCHET PATTERN, NOT a finished item. Written in English using U.S. standard crochet terms.

© Marsombrero — For personal, non-commercial use only. This pattern may not be copied, resold, or redistributed. Items made from this pattern may not be sold.