👜 The Retro Chic Solid Granny Square Tote Bag🥰😍😍

Materials & Terminology

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted Weight (#4) Cotton or Acrylic yarn in four contrasting or complementary colors.
  • Color A (Center): Light color (e.g., White or Cream)
  • Color B (Mid-Block): Accent color (e.g., Green or Teal)
  • Color C (Outer-Block): Dark color (e.g., Black or Navy)
  • Color D (Border/Strap): Pop color (e.g., Mustard Yellow or Orange)
• Hook: 4.0 mm to 5.0 mm (G/6 to H/8), depending on your yarn choice. Use a hook that creates a dense fabric.
• Tools: Scissors, tapestry needle for weaving in ends, and stitch markers (optional).

Gauge & Sizing

• Gauge: The gauge is determined by the size of your finished motif. Consistency is more important than a specific measurement.
• Motif Size: Aim for your finished 7-Round Solid Granny Square to measure approximately 6 to 8 inches (15–20 cm) across.
• Finished Bag Dimensions (Approximate, based on 7-inch squares):
  • Height: ~14 inches (2 motifs tall)
  • Width: ~14 inches (2 motifs wide)
  • Base Depth: ~7 inches

The Solid Granny Square Motif (Make 5)

This square is the building block of the bag. You will work in rounds, increasing the stitch count on the sides and creating a consistent corner space.

Color Key: R1-R2 in Color A, R3-R4 in Color B, R5 in Color C, R6-R7 in Color D.

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