As the days grow brighter, it’s the perfect time to create something both beautiful and practical. Inspired by the spirit of Earth Day, this market bag is a simple reminder that small, intentional choices can make an impact. Worked from the bottom up, the design builds a sturdy base before transitioning into a light, airy texture using beginner-friendly stitches like half double crochet and puff stitches. The result is a functional, everyday bag you’ll reach for again and again.
If you happen to be a visual learner, we’ve created a YouTube video tutorial to accompany this blog pattern so that you can see exactly how to make one yourself 🙂 CLICK HERE to be taken to the video if prefer to follow along visually!
MATERIALS:
- Amour Crochet Hook (7.0 mm)
- Patchwork Scissors (mini)
- Darning Needle
- worsted weight yarn of your choosing (270 yds)
NOTES:
- *End each round by joining with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 2.*
- *Ch 2 counts as a hdc*
- Dimensions:
- 15” tall (not including the straps)
- Bottom of bag: 9” in diameter
- Straps: 18.5”
- Bag circumference: 22” around
MINDFUL MARKET BAG PATTERN:
Ch 4, join with a sl st to the first ch to form a ring.
- Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as 1 hdc here and throughout), 7 hdc in the ring. (8 hdc)
- Round 2: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, *2 hdc in the next st,* repeat from * to the end. (16 hdc)
- Round 3: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, 1 hdc in the next st, *2 hdc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next st,* repeat from * to the end. (24 hdc)
- Round 4: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, 1 hdc in the next 2 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next 2 sts,* repeat from * to the end. (32 hdc)
- Round 5: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, 1 hdc in the next 3 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next 3 sts,* repeat from * to the end. (40 hdc)
- Round 6: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, 1 hdc in the next 4 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next 4 sts,* repeat from * to the end. (48 hdc)
- Round 7: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, 1 hdc in the next 5 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next 5 sts,* repeat from * to the end. (56 hdc)
- Round 8: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st as ch 2, 1 hdc in the next 6 sts, *2 hdc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next 6 sts,* repeat from * to the end. (64 hdc)
- Round 9: Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st around. (64 hdc)
- Round 10: Ch 2, *puff in the next st, ch 1, sk 1, 1 hdc in the next st, ch 1, sk 1,* repeat from * to the end. Join with a sl st to the top of the first cluster.
- Round 11: Ch 4 (counts as a hdc and ch 1), puff in the next hdc, ch 1, *1 hdc in the top of the next puff, ch 1, puff in the next hdc, ch 1,* repeat from * around. Join with a sl st in the 3rd ch of the beginning ch 4.
- Round 12: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), beg puff in the same st, ch 1, 1 hdc in the top of the next puff, ch 1, *puff in the next hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in the top of the next puff, ch 1,* repeat from * to the end. Join with a sl st to the top of the first puff.
- Repeat Round 11 and 12 for a total of 6 more times, or until you have reached your desired height.
Round 13: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same st (top of the puff st), 1 hdc in the ch 1 sp, 1 hdc in the hdc, 1 hdc in the ch 1 sp, 1 hdc in the top of the puff st. Keep repeating around by placing 1 hdc in each st and ch-1 sp. Join with a sl st to the first hdc. Do not finish off. Move on to the strap.
STRAP:
Ch 2, 1 hdc in the next 5 sts, ch 2, turn.
- Row 1: 1 hdc in each st across. Ch 2, turn.
- Repeat Row 1 until your strap measures 18.5”. Cut a long tail and sew the end of the strap to the adjacent side of the bag using your yarn needle.
- Do 1 round of sc evenly around the edges and strap of the bag if you want a more seamless look.
If you would like to make the cherry and lemon wedge charms to add onto your Mindful Market Bag, follow the tutorials below:
Lemon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9HDHo9ApAY&t=49s
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