Crocheted Market Bag
Folded crocheted market bag
Pink and green, this self contained market bag is wonderful for shopping at the Farmer’s Market or flea market.
Medallions create a pouch
The pouch holds the net portion of the bag.
Two round medallions form a pouch as well as the bottom of a market bag.
I’ve come across several of these patterns. Here’s one from Fancy Fingers that I’ve posted before. Another is the Tuck-away Tote designed by Ruth Shepherd.
Unfolded crocheted market bag
Mine is closer to Ruth’s design. Using good old Coats Knit-Cro Sheen (of which I have a bazillion balls), I made wider but shorter handles, a smaller mesh and skipped the button. It’s possible that a button may damage produce or other purchases. As it turns out, the button really wasn’t necessary to hold the bag together.
I love it. Friends and family have requested a few … I’m thinking Christmas gifts. 
