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THE MARKET BAG TUTORIAL

Head to the Farmer's Market in style with this boho-inspired reusable shopping bag! This market bag is eco-friendly AND adorable. I'll be sharing my Market Bag tutorial using jute twine. So grab your crochet gear & let's get started.

MATERials

This project cost me just FOUR DOLLARS to make! The jute Twine I use in the video is from… the Dollar Tree. Head on over to your local dollar store & check to see if they have 3 ply jute twine. You’ll need approximately 4 rolls. If you don’t have access to the Dollar Tree jute, then I recommend 2mm jute twine by Hildi & Jo at Joann. Here’s a link.

Jute twine isn’t for you? No worries! Cotton yarn will work just as well. I recommend Re-Up by Lion Brand because it’s recycled and comes in several beautiful colors. Shop here for cotton.

You’ll also need a tapestry needle & scissors for this project.

skills

Good news… you only need to know three crochet skills to make the Market Bag.

  1. Single Crochet

  2. Chains

  3. Slip Stitch

Check out my Beginner Crochet Board for video tutorials if any of these skills are new to you.

instructions

Want the PDF pattern to help you follow along the video tutorial? Get the instant download here!

I hope you enjoy these free tutorial! Check out the shop for more patterns & kits. I also have free patterns & tutorials here. As always, my inbox is open for questions, comments, or just to share pics of your finished project!

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