Bags

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.


Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag

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.

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Knotted Nostalgia Purse

Drawing inspiration from the current trend of knotted handles, this purse offers a nod to nostalgic styles, merging functionality with a touch of timeless elegance. Crafted entirely with the basketweave stitch, this charming underarm bag exudes a small, slouchy silhouette while ensuring ample space for all your essentials.

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Petal Patchwork Tote

This versatile tote boasts a symmetrical design, creating both the front and back panels identically, exuding a sense of balanced elegance. Featuring meticulous detailing and a polished finish, this charming (and functional) bag is just what you need this season.

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Lovestruck Purse

The Lovestruck Purse pattern is a charming heart-shaped project that’s both delightful to create and quick to finish. Using simple yet versatile stitches like slip stitches, single crochet and half double crochet, it cleverly forms the adorable heart shape with increases and decreases. With a speedy completion time of just two hours, this pattern offers a quick and gratifying crochet session.

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Snowy Afternoon Tote

The Misty Morning Tote gets a makeover in this stunning light pink rendition featuring crocheted handles and a fabric lining. This tote bag uses Front Post treble crochets to create narrow cables separated by columns of double crochet. It’s a generous-sized tote that will fit a crochet project and other daily essentials. Make it as shown or in your favorite color.

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Blush Blizzard Puffer Purse

Crochet a chic and inviting creation inspired by the trendy puffer bag designs gracing the fashion scene. This cozy yet sophisticated bag is an ideal canvas for showcasing stuffed crochet squares, infusing the piece with a delightful texture and depth. The back loop single crochet rows lend a unique texture to each square, while the gradual color palette adds a mesmerizing 3D effect. This intricate play of patterns and hues elevates the bag, ensuring it stands out as a statement accessory. The ingenious double-sided crochet squares not only form the bag’s exterior but also create a sturdy lining, combining style with practicality. This thoughtful design choice ensures that your bag maintains its shape and durability, while still exuding a touch of elegance.

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Penelope Black and White Purse

Channel your inner Mary Quant with a 1960s London-inspired purse. This tapestry crochet purse draws on Carnaby Street’s finest fashions, with a touch of wool hinting at classic British textiles. Worked in two colors throughout, the pattern follows a straightforward repeat to create a diagonal plaid, with just a hint of shaping. Use a metal purse frame with a clasp for an extra touch of vintage chic.

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