Vagabond Tote – Scrap Yarn Bag

Have a pile of yarn scraps you can’t bear to throw away? Vagabond Tote was designed to put those leftovers to good use!

The bag features a simple filet mesh base and is worked using your choice of scrap yarns. Because your yarn selection is entirely up to you, every Vagabond Tote can be completely unique.

Pattern Includes
Written instructions in UK and US terminology
11-page PDF with photographs throughout
Instructions for a simple crocheted strap
Information and a source for the macramé strap shown in my sample
Please Note About the Macramé Strap

The pattern does not include instructions for making the macramé strap shown on my sample.

Instead, I have provided a source for the macramé method I used, along with the approximate amount of macramé cotton used for my sample.

Please be aware that requirements may vary depending on the knotting technique used, the firmness of the finished strap and the length of strap required.

Yarn & Hooks

Use your favourite yarn scraps — there is no specific yarn requirement for this project.

For my sample, I used a combination of scrap yarns and several hook sizes for different sections of the tote:

5.5 mm (I)
6.5 mm (K)
4.5 mm

Gauge is not particularly relevant for this project, as both the gauge and finished size will vary depending on the yarn and scraps you choose to use.

This is an easy project, but a basic understanding of crochet and the ability to follow written instructions is required.

Gather up those scraps and give them a new life with the Vagabond Tote!
Usage & Copyright Information*

You are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern, provided you credit Auburncraft Crochet Design as the designer and include a link to the pattern in your listing where possible.

Please note that my patterns, written instructions and images are protected by copyright. Do not copy, reproduce, rewrite, redistribute or claim any part of this pattern as your own.

Do not use my photographs to promote or sell items you have made. Please take and use your own photographs of your finished work.

Many hours of work have gone into designing, writing, testing and producing this pattern. By purchasing or downloading this pattern, you agree that the pattern itself is for personal use only and may not be resold, shared, copied, redistributed or reproduced in any form.

This pattern has been tested by a large group of crocheters with varying levels of crochet experience.

I’d love to see your creations, so please feel free to share photographs of your finished Vagabond Tote!

Before You Begin

This pattern assumes a basic knowledge of crochet and the ability to follow written and technical instructions.

Any modifications you make — including using different yarn, changing the hook size or altering the finished size — are made at your own discretion and responsibility. Results will vary depending on the yarn and modifications used.

Your PDF can be downloaded from the confirmation email or from the download section of your account after purchase.

Please do not copy, rewrite, redistribute, or claim this pattern as your own. Do not resell my patterns in any form.

This pattern has been tested by a large group with varying levels of crochet experience.

I’d love to see your creations—please share your finished photos!

Download the PDF file from the confirmation email or from the download section of your account after purchase.

This pattern assumes a basic knowledge of crochet and the ability to follow technical instructions.

Any modifications—such as using different yarn or adjusting the size—are made at your own discretion and responsibility.

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