Lana Grossa Shopper Bag Crochet Pattern

Lana Grossa Shopper in Elastico

What is Being Made

The Lana Grossa Shopper in Elastico is a practical crocheted tote bag designed for everyday use. This shopper measures 39 cm in height with an 88 cm circumference, providing ample space for shopping and carrying items. The bag features a structured silhouette created through strategic increases worked in the round, combined with a sturdy handle that extends approximately 47 cm in length.

Techniques Used

This design employs a bottom-up construction method, beginning with a foundation chain that is worked in both directions to establish the base of the bag. The shopper is worked seamlessly in the round for the main body, eliminating the need for seaming along the sides. The handle is worked flat in rows, creating a structured strap that is then sewn to the opposite edges of the completed shopper body. The combination of seamless circular construction for the body with flat row construction for the handle demonstrates efficient garment assembly techniques.

Stitches Used

The Lana Grossa Shopper in Elastico utilizes a variety of crochet stitches to create texture and structure throughout the design:

• Single crochet (sc) forms the foundation and base increases of the shopper, worked in continuous rounds without joining. Single crochet is also used in the final 5 rounds, worked through the back loop only for a refined finish.
• Half double crochet (hdc) creates the mid-section of the bag, worked for 13 rounds in the round before transitioning to the taller stitches. The handle is constructed entirely in half double crochet, worked in rows with a turning chain.
• Double crochet (dc) forms the upper body of the shopper, worked for 15 rounds to create height and drape in this section of the bag.
• Slip stitch (sl st) is used to join rounds when working half double crochet and double crochet in the round, and for finishing details along the top edge and handle sides.

Materials

The Lana Grossa Shopper in Elastico is crafted using 350 grams of Lana Grossa Elastico yarn in Dark Green (color 147). This yarn is composed of 96% cotton and 4% polyester, providing durability and a slight stretch for comfort and flexibility. The yarn yields 160 meters per 50 grams. The pattern is worked with two strands of yarn held together throughout, which creates a thicker, more substantial fabric suitable for a structured tote bag. A size 5.5 to 6 mm crochet hook is used to work with the doubled yarn. The finished piece is blocked to measurements and finished with slip stitch seaming along the top edge and handle sides for a polished appearance.