Citrus Granny Square Tote Bag Crochet Pattern

The Citrus Tote Bag is made of granny squares that look like slices of citrus fruit, with a yellow center, white pith and segments, and a light blue border. Thirteen squares are joined to form a tote with a bottom and sides, and the straps are crocheted directly onto the bag. The motif can be made in the colors of lemons, limes, oranges or grapefruits.

An 8-page pattern for a granny square tote bag with citrus slice motifs and crocheted straps.

What's included

• An 8-page PDF with photos and diagrams
• A citrus granny square pattern with 5 rounds, in medium weight yarn
• A test square suggestion in place of a swatch, with advice on hook size adjustments
• Assembly instructions with diagrams showing how to place and join 13 squares into the bag
• Instructions for the straps, worked from the border at the top of the bag in two parts
• An embroidery step to add lines to the lemon slice and a stitch guide
• Skill level: Intermediate

Display and gift ideas

Take it to the market, the beach or a summer picnic. It makes a bright gift for a friend who loves fruit.

Who this pattern is for

This pattern suits crocheters who can make granny squares and who can follow a diagram for joining squares.

Tips for making it

• Make a test granny square instead of a swatch: if the edges are wavy, decrease the hook size, and if the square curls like a bowl, increase it.
• The square may bowl a little but should lie flat once stretched.
• Change the colors to make other fruit, such as limes, oranges or grapefruits.

Why you'll love this pattern

The tote is bright and fresh, and it is made of squares that you can crochet one at a time.

For personal use. Please don't share or resell the PDF. No physical item is included.