The Moroccan Market Tote by Tamara Kelly is a pattern inspired by the colors and designs of the Maghreb. This is a very colorful project with a more subdued brown top and loops. It will accessorize very well with all informal and casual outfits. Try it out today!
Skill Level Required for This Bag Pattern
This crochet bag pattern is easy to work up and will be a rewarding project for those looking to boost their crochet game with a real project. The veterans among you will also find it worthwhile. It’s actually a great project to practice colorwork, as it requires changing yarn color quite frequently.
You might want to check our beginner guide: How to Change Colors in Crochet [Video Tutorial]
Moroccan Tile Stitch
Wondering how the designer achieved that distinctive mosaic-like look? It’s all down to Moroccan Tile Stitch. It involves alternating colors and a mix of basic stitches (chains, single crochets, and double crochets). Below, you can take a look at a step-by-step tutorial showing how to crochet this stitch.
Materials for a Durable Finish
The crochet bag’s designer used Lion Brand LB Collection Cotton Bamboo and a 5 mm hook. It’s a DK-weight yarn that consists of 52% cotton and 48% rayon from bamboo. Such a blend boasts high durability and a nice stitch definition. Available in 8 colors, it’s more than enough to crochet a vibrant accessory!
Another great option is Lily (Spinrite) Sugar’n Cream Solids. CatinaCrochets chose it for her version of this project, which you can see in the top photo located above. In medium-weight, this 100% cotton yarn makes a popular choice for wardrobe accessories like bags.
