The Boho Rainbow Market Bag Free Pattern

The Boho Rainbow Market Bag Free Pattern

Embrace the vibrant spirit of bohemian style with this colorful crochet market bag. Perfect for carrying your essentials, this bag combines functionality with a splash of rainbow hues. Whether you're heading to the market or just out for a casual day, this bag is a stylish accessory that showcases your handmade skills!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in the following colors:
  • Red
  • Orange
  • Yellow
  • Green
  • Blue
  • Indigo
  • Violet
• Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 double crochet (dc) and 8 rows = 4 inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Base of the Bag

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet). Work 11 double crochets into the magic ring. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. (You should have 12 double crochets in total)
2. Round 2: Chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch. Then, work 2 double crochets in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 24 double crochets)
3. Round 3: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next stitch, then 2 double crochets in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 36 double crochets)
4. Round 4: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next 2 stitches, then 2 double crochets in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 48 double crochets)
5. Round 5: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next 3 stitches, then 2 double crochets in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 60 double crochets)
6. Round 6: Chain 3, *double crochet in the next 4 stitches, then 2 double crochets in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 72 double crochets)

Building the Body of the Bag

7. Rounds 7-20: Chain 3, double crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. Change colors every two rounds to create a rainbow effect. You can follow the order of colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet.

Creating the Handles

21. Handles: Chain 1, single crochet in the next 10 stitches. Chain 50, skip 20 stitches, single crochet in the next 20 stitches. Chain 50, skip 20 stitches, single crochet in the remaining stitches. Join with a slip stitch.

Finishing Touches

22. Round 21: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch and chain around. Join with a slip stitch.
23. Round 22: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. Fasten off and weave in all ends securely.

Your Boho Rainbow Market Bag is now complete! Enjoy your new handmade accessory that is perfect for any outing. Happy crocheting!