To start with this tutorial, we are going to knit a medium-sized oval bag, perfect to take to the beach on a quick visit because it is not very uncomfortable, and it also has a vintage feel that will make you the envy of everyone present.

The materials that we are going to use are 100 grams of medium thickness thread, in the desired color, but it is best that it be waxed, so that it better resists the attacks of the sun, air and salt water. We are also going to use a number 6 crochet hook, 60 centimeters of any fabric, it is best to use a light one so as not to give extra weight to the bag, and a couple of reused handles from other bags that we have ready to throw away.

To start with these crochet beach bags we have to knit 120 chains, then knit 3 chains to gain height, then knit a double crochet for each chain stitch, when finished knit two double crochets in the first chain, separated by a chain stitch, then knit a double crochet again for each chain and lastly knit two double crochets in the same stitch. Knit again like this for 40 more rows, increasing two stitches on each side, to finish the base.

Once the base is finished, knit 3 chains to gain height, then knit the following pattern, leaving two points of separation between each one: in the same point incerta two double crochets, a chain and two double crochets. Knit with this pattern 14 rows, to finish knit 5 rows using only half a stitch. To finish, sew the lining and the handles.