There’s no trick to making this fun Granny Square Tote for all of your Halloween treats! Simply follow these simple steps to whip up this project in just a few days’ time. Our crocheted tote uses four colors of Gazzal Baby Cotton to create a colorful bag that pairs the iconic colors of candy corn with traditional Halloween black. If you are new to crocheting Granny Squares, click here for an easy-to-follow tutorial.

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Supplies: 

To Make Bag: 

4-color granny square

First, you will need to make a total of 8 six-round granny squares, measuring 6×6 inches using all 4 colors like so:

Rounds 1-2: white 

Rounds 3-4: orange 

Rounds 5: yellow 

Rounds 6: black 

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Next, make 12 three-round granny squares, measuring 3×3 inches using black yarn only like so:

Round 1-3: black 

Tip: weave in all ends except black yarn tails on edging, which can be used to seam.

Lay out squares like so:

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Begin by seaming black 3×3 squares into a long strip with darning needle.

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Seam four 6×6 squares together for both front and back.

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Now, attach one set of four-color 6×6 squares to middle 4 squares of black strip.

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Seam up both sides like so:

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Repeat to attached second set of 6×6 squares. Weave in any ends that remain.

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With crochet hook, rejoin black yarn and work a repeat of *three double crochet, chain 1, repeat from * for two rounds around top of bag. 

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With sewing needle and thread, attach purse handles.

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You may wish to line finished bag with fabric or felt, or you can use your bag as-is to tote around your essentials.  Enjoy!

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