Crochet Bag Patterns: 9 Free Bags From Mini to Market
Totes, mini bags, crossbody phone bags, coin purses, granny square bags and market bags — nine free crochet bag patterns, plus how to choose yarn, handles and linings.
Pattern at a glance
US terms- Skill level
- Beginner to easy
- Time
- 5 minute read
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Crochet bags are one of the hottest crochet searches of the year — and one of the most rewarding things to make, because you'll carry them every day. Here are nine free bag patterns, from a 30-minute coin purse to a full-size tote, plus everything you need to know about yarn, handles and linings.
The rest of this post is just below — free, as always.
9 free crochet bag patterns
| Bag | Size | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday tote | 11½ × 13 in | 8 hrs | Easy |
| Mesh market bag | Stretches to fit groceries | 4 hrs | Easy |
| Granny square tote | 12 squares | 6 hrs | Easy |
| Mini shoulder bag | 7 × 5 in | 3 hrs | Easy |
| Crossbody phone bag | Phone-sized | 3 hrs | Easy |
| Coin purse | Palm-sized | 1 hr | Beginner |
| Zipper pouch | 8½ × 5 in | 2 hrs | Beginner |
| Pumpkin bucket bag | 8 × 8 in | 4 hrs | Easy |
| Water bottle holder | Bottle-sized | 2 hrs | Easy |
Choosing yarn for bags
- Cotton or cotton cord: strong, structured, washable — the best all-round bag yarn. See our cotton yarn guide.
- Raffia or paper yarn: stiff, summery, beach-ready.
- T-shirt yarn: chunky and fast for baskets and big totes.
- Avoid: soft acrylic and wool for anything heavy — they stretch.
Handles and straps
- Built-in handles: "ch, skip" openings in the top rounds — strongest and simplest.
- Crochet straps: sc in back loops only for a ribbed strap that doesn't stretch.
- Bought handles: wooden, bamboo or leather handles sewn on with strong thread.
Lining a crochet bag
A fabric lining stops small items slipping through, prevents stretching and adds pockets. Cut two fabric rectangles the size of the bag plus ½ in seam allowance, sew the sides and bottom, fold the top edge under and hand-stitch it just below the bag's top edge.
Common questions
What is the easiest crochet bag for beginners?
A coin purse or zipper pouch — both are small rectangles. Then try the mini bag, and the tote once you're comfortable.
How do I make a crochet bag hold its shape?
Use cotton, a smaller hook than the label suggests, single crochet for structure, a flat base and a lining.
What size hook for crochet bags?
Usually one size smaller than the yarn label suggests — e.g. 3.5–5 mm for worsted cotton — for a firm fabric.
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