Simons
Crocheted Straw Tote Bag
4.5/5 (2)
CA$79.00CAD
In Stock
This crocheted straw tote bag features an openwork paper straw weave with a woven lining and faux-leather accents. It has a zip top closure, faux leather grab handles, and an interior patch pocket. Dimensions: 12.25 inches (31 cm) high, 16.5 inches (42 cm) long, and 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide.
- Material
- crocheted openwork paper straw, faux-leather accents
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes
Color
Off WhiteLight Brown
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Crocheted straw tote bag with faux-leather accents and zip top closure.
Zip on top, faux leather grab handles, patch pocket inside, woven lining.
- Material
- crocheted openwork paper straw, faux-leather accents
- Style
- casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 16.5 x 5.5 x 12.25 in
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes
Additional Attributes
- crocheted openwork paper straw
- faux-leather accents
- woven lining
- zip on top
- faux leather grab handles
- patch pocket inside
Product Insights
Simons' Crocheted Straw Tote Bag is a structured, tear-resistant paper-straw tote that is 10-15% lighter than natural raffia, offering comfortable all-day carry and a self-standing shape with a 5.5-inch gusset for expanded capacity and stability. Its zip top and woven lining secure small items, providing an 18-liter capacity similar to a backpack. This vegan-friendly, low-allergen alternative to raffia is not water-resistant and must be spot-cleaned, making it ideal for dry, sunny days.
Verified claims
- Sturdiness
- Structured and tear-resistant, with a 10-15% weight savings over raffia.
- Care
- Best for sunny days; spot clean with a barely damp cloth.
- Allergens
- Low-allergen, vegan-friendly alternative to natural raffia.
- Carry comfort
- 10-15% lighter than raffia, comfortable all-day carry.
- Structure
- Paper straw bag stands upright for easy loading.
- Weather
- Not water-resistant; ideal for dry climates.
- Tear resistance
- Handles groceries and beach gear without tearing.
- Lightness
- About 10-15% lighter than natural raffia.
- Hand feel
- Smooth texture and firm shape that stays upright.
- Moisture sensitivity
- Not water-resistant; use only in dry weather.
- Water resistance
- Not water-resistant; best for dry, sunny days.
- Low-allergen
- Lower mold-spore retention and smoother texture than natural raffia.
- Gusset depth
- 5.5-inch gusset roughly doubles capacity and prevents collapse when partially empty.
- Volume & fit
- Interior measures about 18 liters, similar to a standard school backpack.
- Weight
- Paper-straw yarn is about 10–15% lighter than natural raffia.
- Security
- Woven lining and zip top keep small items secure even when bag is tipped.
- Capacity
- Zip closure enforces organized packing with about 18 liters capacity.
- Positioning
- Zip top makes this tote more structured than typical open crochet bags.
- Material
- Paper straw is lightweight and tear-resistant but not waterproof.
- Self-standing
- Stiff paper straw and 5.5-inch gusset keep the bag upright even when partially full.
- Spot cleaning
- Spot clean only; moisture can cause the paper straw to weaken or collapse.
Product record
- Title
- Crocheted Straw Tote Bag
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What you can actually carry in this tote
- With a 16.5-inch length and 5.5-inch width, the bag is wide enough to take a rolled beach towel or an A4 binder lengthwise, while the 12.25-inch height accommodates tall items like a one-liter water bottle or a folded dress — it behaves like a medium market tote that bridges daily and recreational use.
- The zip closure defines the bag’s usable volume: unlike open-top totes where you can heap items above the rim, the maximum fill is exactly what will zip shut, preventing the 'stuffed to spilling' look while still accommodating a beach towel, wallet, and sunscreen side by side.
- Multiplying the interior dimensions yields about 18 liters (1,100 cubic inches) of volume — comparable to a standard school backpack or an overnight bag, making it suitable for a day trip’s worth of clothes, a dopp kit, and snacks.
- Where many crochet market totes have a depth of just 3–4 inches, this bag’s 5.5-inch gusset nearly doubles the volume for bulky items like a rolled-up hoodie or a wine bottle, and it helps the bag hold its shape when partially empty rather than collapsing flat.
How this bag stacks up against similar styles
- Paper straw is a manufactured fiber twisted from paper, resulting in a consistent off-white color and a firmer hand feel than natural raffia — this stiffness gives the bag a defined boxy shape that stands upright on its own and resists deforming when set down, a practical advantage for easy loading and unloading.
What paper straw really feels like and how it holds up
- Paper straw has a smoother and more uniform surface than natural raffia, so the bag's openwork body feels soft against bare skin and avoids the rough, snag-prone edges that can come with raw plant fibers.
- Made from 100% cellulose with no animal derivatives, paper straw also retains less mold-spore than natural straws, making it a cleaner choice for vegan lifestyles or those sensitive to grass allergies.
- Because paper straw yarns are inherently ~10–15% lighter in gram weight than natural raffia, this tote stays easy on the shoulder even when filled with beach gear or daily essentials, reducing carrying strain.
- Engineered paper straw bags are at their best in dry environments, where their structured weave and lightweight feel deliver satisfying durability; the material's Achilles' heel is moisture, making this tote a standout for sunny beach days, garden parties, and city strolls.
- Despite its lightweight look, the twisted paper construction yields a load-bearing capacity sufficient for groceries, apparel, or beach gear, so the tote can handle full-day outings without tearing under weight.
- The paper straw is spiral-twisted and sized for tensile reinforcement during manufacturing, giving the crocheted body high tear resistance versus equal-weight raffia strands while keeping the bag noticeably lightweight.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing crocheted straw tote with open crochet weave, visible light fabric lining through weave, and two long brown stitched shoulder straps.
- Overall silhouetteTote bag with a wide rectangular body that tapers slightly toward the top and sits on a flat rectangular base; front face is fully visible.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.34 · w 0.84 · h 0.48 (high) - Crochet body materialOpen, hand-crocheted straw or raffia weave forming repeated horizontal rows of square-ish holes; strands appear flat and slightly textured.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.36 · w 0.82 · h 0.42 (high) - Inner panel/lining visibleSmooth light beige fabric or panel placed behind the crochet, visible through the open weave and providing an opaque backdrop.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.76 · h 0.38 (high) - Top edge finishTop edge formed by a thicker braided or twisted straw band that runs continuously along the bag opening.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.32 · w 0.82 · h 0.05 (high) - Shoulder strapsTwo long brown flat straps attached at the interior of the bag opening; straps have visible contrast stitching along their length and extend well above the bag body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.58 (high) - Base constructionFlat bottom with the crochet continuing down to form a defined rectangular base; base sits flush on the surface producing a small shadow beneath.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.72 · w 0.72 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform pale gray background with soft frontal lighting and a subtle drop shadow beneath the bag; centered composition showing front view.
- Shot compositionBag centered in frame, photographed straight-on showing frontal face and full strap loops; generous top margin above straps.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral pale gray background with soft diffuse lighting that minimizes harsh shadows; small soft shadow directly under the bag.
Colors
natural straw beige· crocheted body#DBC4A3light beige· inner panel/lining#DBC4A3warm medium brown· shoulder straps- Overall silhouetteTote bag with a wide rectangular body that tapers slightly toward the top and sits on a flat rectangular base; front face is fully visible.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the left side panel of a crocheted straw tote showing open crochet weave, an inner fabric lining visible through the holes, and one leather shoulder strap with contrast stitching.
- Crochet weaveOpen, square-pattern crochet made from flat straw-like fibers forming horizontal rows of interconnected knots with rectangular openings.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.05 · w 0.74 · h 0.90 (high) - Inner lining visibleSoft fabric lining visible through the crochet openings, appearing as a continuous pale muted beige/green panel beneath the weave.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.66 (high) - Top edge finishTop edge of the tote shows a thicker braided or wrapped rim made from the same straw-like material, forming a rounded border.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.66 · h 0.16 (medium) - Leather shoulder strapSingle brown leather strap runs vertically over the bag surface with visible white contrast topstitching along both edges.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.78 (high) - Base shapeRounded rectangular base visible at the lower left corner with the crochet continuing over a slightly structured bottom.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.80 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with neutral light grey background, soft shadow under the bag and even diffuse lighting highlighting texture; tight crop focusing on left side detail.
- Background and stagingFlat, even light grey background with no props; bag rests on the surface casting a soft shadow to the lower right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up cropped view of the bag's left side and part of the front, image framed to emphasize texture and strap detail.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse studio lighting with a subtle shadow beneath and to the right of the bag indicating a light source from above-left.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.70 · h 0.22 (medium)
Colors
pale straw beige· straw crochet#DBC5A4pale sage beige· inner lining#DBC5A4medium cognac brown· shoulder strap#84523C- Crochet weaveOpen, square-pattern crochet made from flat straw-like fibers forming horizontal rows of interconnected knots with rectangular openings.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total4.5
2 reviews · out of 5
Très bien
★★★★★Suzanne F.
J’aime beaucoup seul chose je trouve qu’il manque de pochettes
Fourre tout
★★★★★Johanne B.
Belle qualité
Q&A
3 answered- Is the paper straw material water-resistant or can it be used in light rain?
- The bag is made from paper straw, which is not water-resistant. It should not be used in rain as moisture can damage the material.
- What are the recommended cleaning instructions for the crocheted straw and faux leather accents?
- Care instructions are not provided in the listing. For best results, spot clean the paper straw with a barely damp cloth and wipe the faux leather with a mild soap solution. Avoid soaking or machine washing.
- Does the openwork crochet allow small items like keys or a phone to fall out, or is the woven lining tight enough to prevent that?
- The bag features a woven lining inside, so small items like keys or a phone will not fall through the openwork crochet. The zip top also keeps contents secure.