Sherbrook Tote

[Sign up for my newsletter here to receive a discount on all new patterns!][1] This pattern is also available as a [Lion Brand crochet kit][2]. The kit comes with a free copy of the PDF pattern as well as all the yarn required in your chosen colourway! ---------- [Shop my first book, Modern Crochet Sweaters, here or wherever you buy your books!][3] [Shop my second book, Summer Crochet, here or wherever you buy your books!][4] ---------- ABOUT ===== This mid-size tote features a structured, rectangular base and durable handles that can be slung over your shoulder or carried in your hand. This unique tape yarn held double creates a thick, sturdy fabric that will hold its shape and keep your belongings safe. Simple stitches and tutorial photos make this pattern perfect for the beginner crocheter. [The full **Lion Brand crochet kit** can be found here!][5] For more information and additional photos, visit [knitsnknots.ca/sherbrook-tote][6]. MATERIALS ========= **Yarn:** Bulky held double–[Lion Brand Rewind][7] in colorway “Willow” * 70% Polyester, 30% Viscose * 219 yds (200 m) per 3.5 oz (100 g) skein * Find this yarn on [lionbrand.com][8] or visit [yarnsub.com][9] to find comparable substitutes **Yardage:** 6 skeins or 1150 yds (1052 m) **Yarn Substitution:** Substitute [Lion Brand Rewind][10] with any similar worsted weight (category #4) or bulky weight (category #5) tape yarn that matches gauge. Non-tape yarns will work too. Always swatch before beginning to ensure you are happy with the resulting fabric. **Hook:** Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge **Notions:** Tapestry needle, scissors, and 8 locking stitch markers PATTERN NOTES ============= **Skill Level:** Easy **Stitch Counts:** Stitch counts are listed after each row/round. If no stitch count is provided, there has been no change since the previous row/round. **Right Side / Wrong Side:** The right side of the bag is the side with the visible ridge around the perimeter of the base (see photo below). The right side will face you as you crochet the handles and all even-numbered rounds on the body of your bag. **Yarn Held Double:** To increase strength and durability, this entire bag is worked with yarn held double, meaning two strands of yarn are held together and used as if they were one. At no point should you ever be crocheting with just one strand unless you have substituted a thicker yarn in place of Lion Brand Rewind. **Turning Chain:** The turning chain does not count as a stitch anywhere in this pattern. **Construction:** To begin this bag, you will crochet a long rectangle for the base. You will crochet around the perimeter of this rectangle, working joined, turned rounds. Next, you will divide your round into two sections, working back and forth for two symmetrical sides. Lastly, you will crochet the handles around the top edge of your bag. TERMS + ABBREVIATIONS ===================== *Written in U.S. Crochet terms* **BOR:** beginning of round **ch:** chain **ch-sp:** chain space **hdc:** half double crochet **PM:** place marker **rep:** repeat **rnd(s):** round(s) **RS:** right side **sc:** single crochet (**dc** in U.K. terms) **sc2tog:** single crochet 2 stitches together (**dc2tog** in U.K. terms) **sc3tog:** single crochet 3 stitches together (**dc3tog** in U.K. terms) **scBLO:** single crochet through the back loop only (**dcBLO** in U.K. terms) **sk:** skip **sl st:** slip stitch **st(s):** stitch(es) **tch:** turning chain **WS:** wrong side **Standing single crochet:** tutorial linked in pattern MEASUREMENTS ============ Please see the Ravelry photos section to find schematic. A – Circumference: 38.5” / 98 cm B – Base Width: 10” / 25 cm C – Height (Measured at Center): 12.5” / 32 cm ---------- [Shop my first book, **Modern Crochet Sweaters**, here or wherever you buy your books!][11] [Shop my second book, **Summer Crochet**, here or wherever you buy your books!][12] [1]: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6138c9e57accb4c0210200f0 [2]: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/Bn3GAW [3]: https://amzn.to/4dITbMj [4]: https://amzn.to/3zRL7Lg [5]: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/Bn3GAW [6]: https://knitsnknots.ca/sherbrook-tote [7]: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/MA1b2n [8]: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/MA1b2n [9]: https://yarnsub.com/yarns/lion_brand/rewind [10]: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/MA1b2n [11]: https://amzn.to/4dITbMj [12]: https://amzn.to/3zRL7Lg