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I don't know what it is about summer, but the second the weather turns warm I want a new bag on my arm. Not a store-bought one, either. A crochet one, with a little texture and a lot of personality, the kind of bag that gets a compliment every single time you're standing in line at the farmers market.
So I went digging through some of my favorite independent designers to round up the best free crochet bag patterns out there right now, and I ended up with way more good ones than I expected. Market bags, crossbody bags, granny square totes, drawstring pouches, even a boho bag with fringe. There's something here for every skill level, from your very first project to a fun weekend build.
Free Crochet Patterns For Bags You'll Actually Use
Every pattern below is 100% free on the designer's own blog, and I've linked directly to each one so you can find materials, gauge, and the full written pattern. A few quick notes before you dive in: most of these are written in US crochet terms, cotton or a cotton blend is your best friend for anything that's going to carry weight, and if a pattern mentions a video tutorial, it's worth watching even if you're an experienced stitcher. Bag construction has a lot of little tricks that are so much easier to see than to read.
So without further ado, here are 13 free crochet bag patterns you'll actually want to carry:
Jump to a Pattern
- 1. Willow Mesh Crochet Market Bag
- 2. Free Crochet Market Bag Pattern
- 3. Crochet Market Bag (Beginner Friendly)
- 4. Simple Crochet Gingham Tote Bag
- 5. Granny Style Crossbody Bag
- 6. Easy Crochet Folded-Rectangle Crossbody Bag
- 7. Free Crochet Granny Square Bag Pattern
- 8. Easy Crochet Drawstring Pouch
- 9. Drawstring Crochet Bag – Star Stitch
- 10. Urban Nomad Crochet Boho Bag
- 11. Crochet Boho Bag Pattern (With Fringing)
- 12. Beginner Keychain Wristlet
- 13. Easy Crochet Lake Beach Bag
1. Willow Mesh Crochet Market Bag
Via Briana K Designs
This one comes in three sizes from a single pattern, and the mesh stitch is genuinely relaxing once you get past round four. No-sew handles are crocheted right into the bag, so there's zero seaming when you're done. Briana built this one specifically to hold a real grocery run, not just a baguette and a flower, and it shows once you fill it up.
Click here for free pattern
2. Free Crochet Market Bag Pattern
Via Bags By Bento
This is the mesh market bag I'd hand to a friend who wants something simple but still impressive-looking. It's built with a chain-5 loop mesh that stretches beautifully once it's loaded up, so a “small” bag ends up holding way more than you'd guess. If you've never worked a mesh section before, this is a friendly place to start.
Click here for free pattern
3. Crochet Market Bag (Beginner Friendly)
Via Maplewood Road
If you want your very first crochet bag, start here. It only uses one skein, and Viana keeps the stitch count simple with just single crochet, double crochet, and basic increases and decreases. It's sturdy enough for a beach day and stretchy enough for a produce haul, and you can swap in a second color for stripes if you're feeling it. You can brush up on your basics with our 6 Basic Crochet Stitches for Beginners guide before you start.
Click here for free pattern
4. Simple Crochet Gingham Tote Bag
Via Hayhay Crochet
This tote fakes a woven gingham print using nothing but color changes in double crochet, and it's honestly one of the cutest things on this whole list. Heather pairs it with simple straps sewn on at the end, so the hard part is really just the color-change rhythm, which becomes second nature after a couple rounds. It pairs perfectly with jeans, a sundress, basically everything.
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5. Granny Style Crossbody Bag
Four puff-stitch granny squares, seamed together and finished with a removable strap. That's the whole idea, and it's a genius one. Michelle includes a full video walkthrough for the puff stitch and the seaming method, plus instructions for adding a zipper if you want to keep your bag a little more secure. This one reads as a lot more “designer boutique” than “handmade,” in the best way.
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6. Easy Crochet Folded-Rectangle Crossbody Bag
Via VivCrochets
This is essentially one crocheted rectangle, folded origami-style into a bag shape, and it might be the single easiest bag on this whole list. It only uses double crochet from start to finish, which makes it a fantastic first-ever bag project if you've never attempted one before. The little V-shaped cutout at the top is what makes it actually comfortable to wear crossbody, too.
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7. Free Crochet Granny Square Bag Pattern
Via The Loopy Lamb
Made from just three mosaic granny squares and joined with a single continuous seam, this one skips the usual pile of ends you'd normally need to weave in. It comes in two sizes, so you can make a little wristlet-style version or size all the way up to a full tote. If you love your granny square shoulder bags as much as I do, this one deserves a spot in the queue.
Click here for free pattern
8. Easy Crochet Drawstring Pouch
Worked in continuous rounds with single crochet in the back loop only, this little pouch has a lovely ribbed texture and it comes together fast. Helen designed it to fit a toothbrush and travel essentials, but it's just as good for keys, lip balm, or a stash of stitch markers. There's no stitch multiple to worry about either, so you can chain as many or as few as you want to resize it.
Click here for free pattern
9. Drawstring Crochet Bag – Star Stitch
Via Melanie Ham
The star stitch gives this bag a gorgeous woven texture, and it looks completely different depending on the yarn you choose. Try it in a soft sport weight for something delicate, or in t-shirt yarn for a bag sturdy enough to hold its shape on its own. Melanie includes photos for every single step, which makes the star stitch a lot less intimidating than it looks at first glance.
Click here for free pattern
10. Urban Nomad Crochet Boho Bag
Via Make & Do Crew
Two granny squares and two triangles come together into a fringe-covered bag with tons of 70s charm. Jess includes three different strap options, from a simple crocheted strap to a six-strand braid to a thrifted leather belt, so you can really make this one your own. If you love a statement accessory, this is the pattern to bookmark.
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11. Crochet Boho Bag Pattern (With Fringing)
Via Handy Little Me
Made entirely from single crochet with a chunky tape yarn and a big hook, this one comes together in an afternoon. Louise adds fringing along the bottom for that boho movement, plus silver hardware for a little polish. It's a great project if you want the boho look without committing to the more involved granny square construction.
Click here for free pattern
12. Beginner Keychain Wristlet
This isn't a full-size bag, but it's such a useful little project I had to include it. It only takes about 16 yards of yarn and uses nothing but chains and single crochet, which makes it the perfect thing to teach a new crocheter or to whip up while you're using scraps from another project. Clip it to your keys and never dig through your bag for them again.
Click here for free pattern
13. Easy Crochet Lake Beach Bag
Via Hayhay Crochet
Built from an expanding granny square base with a double crochet body, this one is quick, breezy, and perfect for tossing sunscreen and a towel into on your way out the door. Heather made hers two-toned when she ran short on yarn and it turned out to be the best part of the design, so don't stress too much about running out of your main color. It's a sweet, sturdy little bag that earns its keep all summer long.
Click here for free pattern
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That's 13 free crochet bags to keep your hook busy all season. Save this post to your favorite Pinterest board, and if you make one, I would love to see it! Tag me on Instagram or drop a comment below telling me which one you're making first.
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