Such a pretty piece for warm days and everyday errands is a soft butter yellow crochet bag. It has an airy granny stitch look, a casual tote shape and an easy style that feels handmade in the best way. This is based on a full granny stitch mesh tote tutorial. The finished bag in the tutorial is roughly 32cm wide by 42.5cm long.
Why You’ll Love This Project
This bag is light, simple and convenient. The open granny stitch texture gives it that casual handmade look and it’s a lovely project when you want something cute that still works for real every day use.
Supplies Needed
- Yarn in a butter yellow color
- Crochet needle Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Use stitch markers if you like
Select a yarn and hook size that will give you the fit and texture you want.
Best Yarn for This Project
A cotton or cotton blend yarn is a good choice for a bag like this as it makes the stitches stand out nicely and gives the fabric a neater shape. Or you could use a lighter everyday yarn for a softer drape.
Skill Level
Easy to medium
Size & Fit Guide
You can keep the bag close to the tutorial size or repeat the main stitch pattern until you get the width and length you desire. The strap length can also be adjusted to wear it higher on the shoulder or a bit lower.
Stitches Used
- Chain Stitch
- Granny square
How to Make It
Start the Foundation
Beginning your starting chain and building the foundation for the bag body. Try to keep your tension even so the bottom edge is neat.
The Main Section Work
Crochet the body in granny stitch to build that open airy texture. This part is very satisfying because the fabric grows quickly.
Change in Size
Continue until the bag is the desired depth. You can stop early for a smaller everyday purse or continue on for a larger tote.
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When the main body is ready, fold and join as shown in the tutorial to form the tote shape. When you finish, make sure both sides are even.
Clean up the edges
Add top edge and straps. Weave in all ends carefully. If necessary, gently hand-mould the bag so it sits nicely. The sample in the tutorial turns into a tote-style mesh bag.
Helpful Hints
- Use stitch markers to mark the side edges.
- Before you finish it completely – take a look at the length of the strap.
- Make sure granny stitches are evenly spaced for a neater finish.
- Be sure to weave in ends well, particularly around the straps.
- Light blocking can make the bag look more polished.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Too tight of a foundation chain
- Losing track of the stitch spaces
- Allowing one strap to be longer than the other
- Ends too loose inside the bag Skipping edge checks when joining
Ideas for Customization
Try cream and butter yellow stripes, add a simple lining, shorter handles or a small bow or button detail. Or, pull it out longer for a beachy tote feel.
Tips for styling
This bag is gorgeous with summer dresses, denim, sandals and simple neutral outfits. It also makes a sweet handmade gift for anyone who loves soft pastel accessories.
Directions for Care
Hand wash gently in cool water, reshape whilst damp and dry flat. Do not hang it wet as the straps will stretch out.
Time Required
Depending on your speed, yarn, size and stitch pattern this may take you a few hours.
Final thoughts
If you like soft colors and easy wearable crochet, this butter yellow bag is such a fun project to make! It has a nice light pretty finish and works beautifully as a simple everyday tote.
FAQs
Can I make this bag bigger?
Yes, just repeat the main section until you reach the size you want.
Is this bag beginner-friendly?
It is best for crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and simple repetition.
What yarn works best?
Cotton or a cotton blend is a nice choice for structure and stitch definition.
Can I line the bag?
Yes, a fabric lining is a great idea if you want extra strength and less stretch.
Do I have to use butter yellow?
Not at all. Sage, cream, pink, or soft blue would all look beautiful too.
