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Description:
The Metedeconk Beach Tote, aptly named for a local river, is adorned with a bay scallop shell pattern and gritty sand stitch and is finished off with a decorative semi-circle design. This tote features several textures created from inserting the hook into either the front or back loops, making it a fun challenge and learning tool for anyone interested in furthering their crochet skills.

Skill Level:
This crochet tote pattern is listed at an intermediate skill level and is created using traditional crochet techniques. Buyer needs to have a basic understanding of the single crochet, half double crochet and, double crochet stitches, as well as how to work in the back loops and in the round. The main shell stitch pattern is illustrated in a large stitch diagram and the steps to create the upper portion of the bag are clearly laid out in several illustrations. Step-by-step photos are included as well.

Materials:
Linen, Katia DK weight yarn (53% cotton/43% linen, 122 yds./1.76oz.), 10 skeins #12 Khaki
US H8/5.00mm hook, or size required to obtain correct gauge
Yarn Needle
2 D-shaped bag handles

Gauge:
16 sts and 15 rows = 4" sc, holding 2 skeins of yarn together

Measurements:
18 1/2" wide x 18" high, excluding handles