Find our favorite crochet bag patterns including crochet purses, totes, gift bags and more in this collection. Whether you need to make a simple market tote bag to carry your groceries or you’re after a messenger bag in order to bring some handmade style to your office wardrobe, you’ll find all that and more here!
Find shoulder bags, cute backpacks for kids, and even small bags like clutches and makeup bags here. It’s really easy to crochet bags – if you can work up a granny square, a scarf or a hat, you can work up a variety of crochet bag styles, too!
See how easy it is to customize your own weekender bag for a weekend getaway, or make a precious little makeup bag to keep your purse neat and organized. Before you get too intimidated – yes, it really is easy to add shoulder straps and sew on a zipper, do never fear.
By Cristina D.,,,, from the The Mother's Day Crochet Collection issue
Zelie is a vintage-inspired bag pattern that is perfect for moms and daughters alike, so it’s time to twin with your little one! Using a variety of colors to create the puff flowers, the bag is completed with a sleek metal purse clasp and chain.
View ProjectBy Nanette Seale,,,, from the April 2015 issue
Resembling a vintage straw tote bag, the Spring Fling Floral Tote is your perfect springtime accessory. With sturdy handles and a brightly-lined inside, this tote is perfect for all your sunny adventures.
View ProjectBy Kathy Marsh,,,, from the February 2023 issue
Libbie is a small shoulder bag that can be completed in a weekend. Made of two sides of the same basic design, the panels are joined on three sides and the top is edged in single crochet. The design of the bag is a strip of three granny squares with textured flowers and rounds. Along both sides of the granny strip are rows made of a variety of stitches to keep you interested. Finishing touches include a loop and wood toggle button closure and a crocheted shoulder strap sewn to the bag sides.
View ProjectBy Cristina D.,,,, from the February 2023 issue
Stretch your crafting and crocheting skills with the Maura Tote. Combining leather squares and crochet stitches, the result is a tote that’s polished and uniquely yours.
View ProjectBy Sandy Jones,,,, from the February 2023 issue
Granny squares are a favorite and what better way to wear them than with a cute over-the-shoulder bum bag to accessorize any outfit. Pamela is a quick make, using just four floral granny squares.
View ProjectBy Heather Gibbs,,,, from the February 2022 issue
A sweet gift idea for yourself or your bestie, this puppy coin purse features a classic metal clasp and safety eyes. The nose and ears are three-dimensional and adds to the cuteness!
View ProjectBy Catherine Chant,,,, from the February 2022 issue
This versatile tote is roomy enough to be your next craft project bag, shopping bag or beach bag. The pattern combines colorful strips and interesting textures for a fun project you can complete on a long weekend.
View ProjectBy Jo Bodley,,,, from the February 2021 issue
A familiar vintage lace pattern gets the modern ombré treatment with this tote design. Made up of five strips of 28 Queen Anne’s Lace motifs, the yarn is worked double and the strips are joined. Pairing yarn together to create the ombré look is part of the fun!
View ProjectBy Katherine Larson,,,, from the February 2018 issue
Simple stitches create a textured fabric that keeps toiletries and cosmetics stylishly contained in this one-skein project. Zipper closure ensures everything stays in one spot.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch,,,, from the October 2022 issue
A tortoise shell mandala and tiger eye beads accent this unique round bag with cleverly stitched handle opening. This is a polished crochet bag that will elevate any fall outfit.
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