Crochet Farmer’s Market Bag Pattern

Farmer’s Market Bag

The Journey Bag offers a stylish, durable solution for eco-friendly shopping, beach outings, and daily errands.

Featuring a solid circular base and a breezy, lacy body, this crochet market bag combines functionality with effortless bohemian charm.

Designed with treble crochet variations, the textured mesh works up quickly using lightweight yarn, making it a satisfying project for crocheters looking for a fast, practical build.

Complete with unique rope handles, this versatile carry-all provides structure and style while replacing single-use plastic bags for all your everyday adventures.

Required Materials

Yarn: Approximately 500 yards of Category 3 (DK/Light Worsted) yarn. Durable fibers like cotton, Pima cotton, ribbon, or nylon yarn work best.
Hook: 5.0 mm (US Size H-8)
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, craft rope, and optional metal washers for handles.

Specifications

Gauge: 14 half double crochets by 12 rows = 4 inches (flexible).
Flat Dimensions: 15.5 inches wide by 18 inches tall (excluding straps).

Abbreviations & Special Stitches

Ch: Chain
Sc / Hdc / Tr: Single Crochet / Half Double Crochet / Treble Crochet
Sl St: Slip Stitch
Sp: Space
Treble V-Stitch (V-St): Work (1 Tr, Ch 2, 1 Tr) into the designated stitch or space.
Treble Shell: Work (2 Tr, Ch 1, 2 Tr) into the designated stitch or space.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Solid Circular Base

Note: Work this section in continuous spiral rounds without joining. Mark the first stitch of every round.

Round 1: Form a magic loop. Work 9 Hdc into the loop and pull tight. [9 stitches]
Round 2: Work 2 Hdc in every stitch around. [18 stitches]
Round 3: 1 Hdc in the next stitch, 2 Hdc in the following stitch. Repeat around. [27 stitches]
Round 4: 1 Hdc in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [36 stitches]
Round 5: 1 Hdc in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [45 stitches]
Round 6: 1 Hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [54 stitches]
Round 7: 1 Hdc in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [63 stitches]
Round 8: 1 Hdc in each of the next 6 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [72 stitches]
Round 9: 1 Hdc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [81 stitches]
Round 10: 1 Hdc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [90 stitches]
Round 11: 1 Hdc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [99 stitches]
Round 12: 1 Hdc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [108 stitches]
Round 13: 1 Hdc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. [117 stitches]
Round 14: 1 Hdc in each of the next 38 stitches, 2 Hdc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join with a Sl St to the starting stitch. [120 stitches]

Step 2: Mesh Body

Note: This section utilizes joined rounds. The initial Ch 5 counts as (1 Tr + Ch 2).

Round 15: Ch 5, Tr in the same stitch. Skip 2 stitches, Treble Shell in next stitch, skip 2 stitches, Treble V-St in next stitch. Repeat around, finishing with a Shell in the 3rd stitch from the end. Join with a Sl St to the 3rd chain. [20 Shells, 20 V-Sts]
Round 16: Sl St into the opening. Ch 3 (counts as Tr), then (1 Tr, Ch 1, 2 Tr) in the same opening. V-St in the next Ch-1 space, Shell in the next Ch-2 space. Repeat around, placing a final V-St in the last Ch-1 space. Join to the top of the initial Ch 3.
Round 17: Sl St to the Ch-1 space. Ch 5, Tr in the same space. Shell in the next Ch-2 space, V-St in the next Ch-1 space. Repeat around, ending with a Shell in the final Ch-2 space. Join to the 3rd chain.
Rounds 18–32: Alternate repeating Rounds 16 and 17 until 18 total lace rounds are complete (ending on a Round 16 repetition).

Step 3: Top Rim & Handle Openings

Note: Return to working in continuous spiral rounds.

Round 33: Ch 1, Sc in same space. Sc in every Tr stitch around. [120 stitches]
Rounds 34–36: Sc in each stitch around.
Round 37: Sc in first 15 stitches, Ch 2, skip 1 stitch, Sc in next 29 stitches, Ch 2, skip 1 stitch, Sc in next 29 stitches, Ch 2, skip 1 stitch, Sc in next 29 stitches, Ch 2, skip 1 stitch, Sc in final 14 stitches. [4 handle openings created]
Round 38: Sc in each stitch around, placing 1 Sc directly into each Ch-2 space. [120 stitches]
Rounds 39–40: Sc in each stitch around. Fasten off and weave in loose ends.

Assembly: Adding Rope Straps

Cut two 35-inch pieces of craft rope. Wrap tape securely around the cutting points before cutting to prevent fraying.
Insert each end of the rope from the inside of the bag outward through adjacent handle openings.
Thread an optional washer onto each rope end on the interior side, then tie a heavy knot on the inside to lock the handles in place. Repeat for the second strap.