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 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.
View ProjectBy Amanda Saladin,,,, from the August 2016 issue
Let’s go! This bag was inspired by floral granny squares, which are crocheted first and the rest of the stitches are picked up from them.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch,,,, from the August 2022 issue
Leather crossbody strap amps-up the eclectic vibe of this textural boho bag featuring a beaded medallion and tassels accents.
View ProjectBy Cristina D.,,,, from the February 2022 issue
This multipurpose tote allows you to wear it as a shoulder or a handbag, depending on the strap length you choose. It includes a small detachable pocket to easily access your essentials, and a couple of decorative pom-poms made with left-over yarn. The size allows one to carry a 13” computer, without being too big to look like a shopping bag.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch,,,, from the August 2021 issue
Get ready to impress with this must-have tote that’s ideal for all your summer adventures. Strategically placed sc increases and decreases produce concise angles which form this intricate diamond shape that closely resembles woven fabric. A super fluffy polka-dot pom pom accent is easily made using the Clover Pom-Pom Maker.
View ProjectBy Cristina D.,,,, from the The Coastal Cool Crochet Collection issue
The Maya Mandala Crochet Bag combines textured stitches and colored lines with subtle accents of glassy beaded yarn to create a one-of-a-kind boho style accessory. Once you’ve finished your bag, use the remaining yarn to make a matching pair of Maya Espadrilles Sandals.
View ProjectBy Agat Rottman,,,, from the The Chevron Crochet Collection issue
Have some fun with new neutrals with this drawstring summer bucket bag. Adding the color blush to the chevrons is love at first sight when paired with these summer neutrals. The bag is big enough to carry all your essentials, but still comfortable and light with a dainty metal chain strap.
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