PLEAT TOTE

This pattern contains 14 video tutorials!

This fun summer crochet tote is an exploration of dynamic origami featuring a classic granny square technique combined with unique properties of raffia yarn. Designed construction has been created for smooth shaping and intuitive assembly. Transform the finished fabric into a sturdy stylish accessory in either of the provided 4 sizes. This tote can be easily folded for storing and travel to suit any occasion from beach going or the night out!

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SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate

SIZES
Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
(steamed, seamed)
Width (at the tote opening) approx. 9 (12½, 15, 18½)” / 23 (32, 38, 47) cm
Length approx. 8½ (11¾, 14½, 17¾)” / 21.5 (30, 37, 45) cm
Depth 3 (4, 4, 5½)” / 7.5 (10, 10, 14) cm

YARN
ISPIE “Raffia” (100% viscose); 273 yds / 250 m per 120 g / 4.23 oz;
1 (2, 3, 4) rolls;

Extra Small tote is shown in color “Lavender” - final weight 89 g
(with crochet braided cord handles - additional 16 g)
Small tote is shown in color “Dusty Rose” - final weight 179 g
Medium tote is shown in color “Khaki” - final weight 251g

OR use 237 (539, 818, 990) yds / 217 (493, 748, 905) m of any other raffia yarn in similar weight and properties

Yardage listed includes 10% padding for swatching.

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CROCHET HOOK
Size D/3.0 (3.25 mm)
Size E/4.0 (3.5 mm) (optional) for Slipped HDC pattern only
OR use size to obtain gauge

NOTIONS
Removable stitch marker or pin
Tapestry needle
A set of 24” / 60 cm (or your preferred length) handles

NOTES
This tote is constructed out of two modified granny squares using half double crochet (hdc) pattern that is worked at first in the round and then using short rows, where each row begins with a new thread of raffia.
Tote’s bottom is created separately, worked flat in either of the two provided versions of hdc patterns. Once both panels (front and back) of the tote are finished, they are first steamed, then pleated. The sides are then seamed, and the top part is attached to the bottom. Once the tote is completely dry, the handles are stitched at the opening of the tote. The unique construction allows for the tote to collapse and fold origami-style which makes it perfect for packing when traveling.

Four sizes are provided to create the tote size of your preference and needs, depending on style of handles/purse strap you choose.

GAUGE
20 sts and 12 rows in 4” / 10 cm in hdc pattern worked in the round, measured once dry after blocking
20 sts and 12 rows in 4” / 10 cm in Slipped hdc pattern for the tote bottom, measured once dry after blocking (worked for bottom Version A)
20 sts and 15 rows in 4” / 10 cm in Centered hdc pattern for the tote bottom, measured once dry after blocking (worked for bottom Version B)