Triangle Mesh Raffia Market Bag Crochet Pattern

This mesh bag is made of paper twisted raffia and has an open triangle pattern that grows from a round base into straight walls. It is a light, airy market bag with two long handles, 12 inches wide and 14 inches high, and the handles are 22 inches long. A video link shows the process, and a diagram of the first eight rows is included.

A 16-page beginner pattern for a triangle mesh raffia bag with a diagram and a 57-minute video link.

What's included

• A 16-page PDF with photos for each stage
• Round-by-round instructions for the base (rows 1 to 8) with false double crochet, double crochet, treble and double treble stitches
• A guide to the walls of the bag and the base trim
• Instructions for two handles (82 chains each)
• Recommendations for working with twisted raffia: unwinding it into balls, joining and straightening the ends
• An appendix with the stitch diagram
• Skill level: Beginner

Display and gift ideas

Carry it to the market, the beach or a picnic. It folds small and makes a pretty gift.

Who this pattern is for

This pattern is rated beginner, but you need to read and follow the diagram. The stitches used are chain, slip stitch, half double, single, double, treble and double treble crochet.

Tips for making it

• Unwind the twisted raffia over the legs of a chair into balls and secure them with a rubber band.
• Steam the round base with an iron on the front and wrong sides and shape the triangles with your hands.
• Measure about 3.5 yards (3 m) of thread for the base trim before you cut.

Why you'll love this pattern

The triangle lace looks intricate, and the photos for each row make it easy.

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