Crochet Tote Bag

Crochet tote bags are the perfect blend of style and functionality, ideal for carrying your essentials with a touch of handmade charm. These versatile bags come in an array of colors and designs, making them a fun accessory for any outfit. Whether you're heading to the beach, running errands, or simply need a reliable bag for day-to-day use, a crochet tote bag is a trendy and eco-friendly choice. Not only are they durable and easy to clean, but they also add a unique touch to your look. So, why not treat yourself to a crochet tote bag and embrace both fashion and practicality in one delightful package!

What You'll Need to Crochet This Tote Bag

You will need the following materials to make one tote bag:

Abbreviations

Measurements

See image below for bag measurements.

Each square measures 5″ X 5″.

Tote Bag Construction/Notes

This bag is created by assembling 15 granny squares and then folding along the dotted lines (see the diagram below). The squares are seamed with a mattress stitch.

The strap and border are added after the squares have been seamed together.

Free Crochet Tote Bag Pattern

The first step in crocheting your tote bag is to make 15 squares by following the instructions below.

Square Pattern

With Colour A, make a magic circle (also called magic loop or ring).

Round 1

Working in magic circle CH2 (counts as first SC), 2SC, CH2; *3SC, CH2; repeat from * 2 more times; join to first SC (top of CH2) with SS. Tighten ring to close the hole.

Round 2

CH1, SCBL in same st, SCBL in next 2 sts; *[SC, CH2, SC] in next ch2sp, SCBL in next 3 sts; repeat from * 2 more times; [SC, CH2, SC] in last ch2sp and join to first SC with SS.

Round 3

CH1, SCBL in same st, SCBL in next 3 sts; *[SC, CH2, SC] in next ch2sp, SCBL in next 5 sts; repeat from * 2 more times; [SC, CH2, SC] in last ch2sp, SC in last sc of round. Join to first SC with SS.

Cut yarn leaving a tail long enough to weave in and change to Colour B.

Round 4

CH1, SCBL in same st; *SCBL in each st until next ch2sp, [SC, CH2, SC] in ch2sp; repeat from * to end of last ch2sp and SCBL in remaining sts of the round. Join to first SC with SS.

Rounds 5-9

Repeat round 4.

Change back to Colour A.

Round 10

Repeat round 4 with Colour A.

Once all 15 squares have been crocheted, assemble the squares as indicated in the Construction/Notes section above and then continue to add the border and strap (below).

Border and Strap

Follow the steps below to add the strap and border:

Flip the bag inside out and lay it flat.

Attach yarn to the top right corner of the bag in ch2sp with SS. CH1, SC in the same st (counts as the first 2 sts of round).

SC around the top of the bag (round 1 of border). Note: work 2SC in ch2sp of the opposite corner.

At the end of the round, SC in the first st of the round and SC across the first half of the bag only (stop at the opposite corner).

SC in the last sc of the first half of the bag and then CH 72. This will make a strap of 18″. To adjust strap length, add or subtract 4 chs for each inch.

Attach with SS to the first SC of the round.

Crochet across the first half of the bag again until you reach the strap; SC into each ch of the strap.

Work one more round of SC into the first half of the bag and strap, and then join to the beginning of the round with SS and fasten off.

Flip the bag over and attach yarn to the top right corner of the second half of the bag with SS.

SC in each st of the second half of the bag and opposite side of the strap for two rounds.

Fasten off, weave in all loose ends, and enjoy your new crochet tote bag!