Easy Crochet Bag Pattern – Your First Stylish DIY Handbag!
Want to make your own tote bag from just yarn and a hook?
This crochet tote is absolutely stylish, sturdy enough to carry your
essentials, and simple enough for beginners to master.
What you Needed
- Cotton yarn (Worsted weight or DK recommended)
- 4 mm or 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Optional stitch marker
Stitch Guide
These are the easy stitches you'll be working with:
- CH (Chain): Yarn over, pull through loop.
- SC (Single Crochet): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over again, pull through both loops.
- DC (Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over pull through 2 loops (twice).
- SL ST (Slip Stitch): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.
Step 1: Make the Bag Base
Chain 41.
Row 1: SC in 2nd chain from hook and across (40 SC).
Rows 2–5: CH 1, SC in each stitch across. Turn.
You’ve created the sturdy rectangular base of the bag.
Step 2: Build the Bag Body
Round 1: SC around the edge of the rectangle. Put 2 SC in
each corner to create the edges. Join with SL ST.
Round 2: CH 2, DC in each stitch around. Join with SL ST.
Step 3: Attach the Bag Handles
Handle Round:
CH 1, SC in next 10 stitches.
CH 20 (for handle), skip next 10 sts, SC in next 20.
CH 20, skip 10, SC in left over 10 stitches.
Next Round: SC in each stitch and chain (60 SC).
Final Round: SC around one more time for support. Fasten off
and secure ends.
You now have a complete, hand-made crochet bag!
Optional Add-Ons:
Add a button for closure.
Sew in lining fabric if you like extra structure.
Congratulations! You've made a crochet bag that's cute,
eco-friendly, and very convenient.
Whatever you use it to carry your books, shopping, or yarn,
the bag is a reflection of your creativity and skills.
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