31 Free Crochet Bags + Free eBook

Crochet bags come in all shapes and sizes, and they're useful for just about every occasion. Whether you need a trusty and reliable everyday crochet purse, a large and roomy crochet tote, a crochet backpack for school and traveling or a crochet market bag for grocery shopping and farmer's markets, you'll find your new favorite pattern here. Use these 31 free crochet patterns for bags to make whatever kind of bag you like best!
It's easier than you might think to learn how to crochet a bag - you can typically just crochet two flat panels and then seam them together for a simple design, but you can also use granny squares to make up a more detailed look. We've got free crochet patterns for bags to take out on the town, green crocheting, backpacks for yourself or the kids, stylish bags, and sturdy totes to take anywhere. These free crochet patterns for bags will suit anyone's needs.
For the visual learners out there, check out this video tutorial for a Trendy Crochet Tote and make your own today!
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Crochet Market Bag Pattern

Reusable bags are great for taking with you to the grocery store or farmer's market. Each one of these free crochet patterns would make an excellent choice! Plarn, or plastic yarn, is a popular choice for crochet bag patterns because it adds an extra element of strength and durability. You can quickly make plarn by cutting up a plastic bag in the say way you would a t-shirt for t-shirt yarn.
Check out our entire collection of on-trend crochet purses, bags, backpacks, clutches, and totes for a whole variety of crochet bag patterns: 23 Free Crochet Patterns for Bags and Purses
Crochet Purse and Clutch Patterns

Browse this collection of trendy crochet purses and clutches and pick the one that matches your outfit the best. These free crochet patterns are all super stylish and will be the perfect accessory for your night on the town.
Crochet Backpacks

Backpacks are coming back in style, so jump on trend These crochet backpacks are easy to sling over your shoulder and keep your hands free to let you go about your day. Head back to school in style with any one of these free crochet backpack patterns - choose a simple and neutral one to be your everyday bag or stand out with a bright design! These types of crochet bags also make the best traveling bags, too!
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FrodoBaggins
May 08, 2014
I have been looking for something like the Large Buckle Tote for so long. A bag that would take my kindle, netbook, mobile 'phone and the general daily paraphernalia. I added a zip to mine to make it more secure. Thank you so much for posting this free pattern. Cheers from Jan Downunder

rnz92211
Mar 03, 2014
just wondering,,how many stitches were required total to make the Eco Cotton Blend Crochet Ruffled Bag?

kemrajie1959 99136 98
Dec 02, 2012
i am just a beginner but is already loving this site

sue 0402509
Aug 26, 2012
I love you site, I don't know why I have not found it before, fantastic.

shoplakangel 71397 82
Jan 04, 2012
i would love to learn to make one of these bag but im a beginner how hard r they to make i still dont know some of the stiches thats what im still tring to get

tetajasin 9703198
May 27, 2012
GO TO YOUTUBE.COM AND SEE THE VIDEOS FOR THE STITCHES YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE WITH. I'LL BET YOU'LL BE MAKING THIS BEFORE YOU KNOW IT.

huerecy 4195059
Sep 05, 2011
i love all the bags .i love crochet.and i hope i can make some of this beutiful bags.

dneas
Jul 28, 2011
I used tennis balls in a front loader to help at least 3-6 ofthem, good luck
crochetwizard
Jul 27, 2011
Are you wondering if felting in a front load washing machine is possible? Well, I'm here to tell you..."Yes, it is." It's basically the same as using a top load machine, with a couple of twists. The agitation in a top loader is caused by the back and forth motion of the middle section. The agitation process for felting in a front load washing machine is caused by the rotation of the drum. This rotation causes the project to be dropped from top to bottom of the drum repeatedly as the machine goes through the washing process. Another difference between using a front loader and a top loader for your felting projects is that front loaders usually lock shut during a cycle. This means that you can't stop the wash mid-cycle and open the door to check on your project like you can in a top loader. Some front loaders allow you stop the cycle and drain the water as soon as the wash part is done. You have to be on the spot and catch it before the spin starts, drain the water then remove your piece and rinse it by hand. That may sound daunting, but if you've done your homework and tested your swatch, as I recommend then you should have no problems. Here's what you should do to ensure a good felting experience... Place your finished item in a mesh laundry bag or pillow case which is large enough that your project has room to lay flat and move around. Make certain that all your ends are finished off BEFORE you felt, as once the felting is complete, you'll have a hard time...A. threading your ends through a needle, B. getting your threaded needle through your felted project. Set your washing machine to HOT WASH - COLD RINSE and SMALLEST LOAD SIZE. Use just a little wool friendly detergent such as Woolite or Eucalan (regular detergents contain enzymes which are harmful to wool). Place your felting project into the washer alone. My best results have been when I washed my felting projects by themselves for a larger project or with only one pair of pre-worn jeans added to the load. Set your washer away, and now you're felting in a front load washing machine. At the end of the wash cycle, remove your project and adjust to shape. If you're not yet happy with the way it has felted, then repeat the washing process again. You can wash it as many times as you like until you reach your desired result. I like to felt my items so that I can no longer see any stitch definition, so it's like a totally different fabric from when it was first crocheted. If your machine does not allow you to stop mid-cycle, then you have no choice but to go through the spin cycle too. In this instance I'd suggest that you only use bulky yarn, as allowing some finer yarn projects to spin after felting can cause creasing which cannot be removed. So - felting in a front load washing machine truly is possible, but make sureyou do exactly the same process with your swatch as with your finished item. That includes doing EVERYTHING the same...using the same size hook, same yarn, same cycle and measuring all the way. See my felted crochet page for more information on which measurements to take. So - I hope you enjoy felting in a front load washing machine. Try it - take the plunge.

dizzy 1360041
Jul 27, 2011
http://knitting.about.com/od/felting/qt/felting-frontload.htm

suegray99 3655754
Jul 26, 2011
How do you felt in an automatic front loader? all the patterns assume we are in the USA and have toploading machines, that you can have some control over!!! Thanks Sue

tweetysER 0138243
Jun 14, 2011
I am trying to find the Yoga Mat and Yoga Mat carrier free patterns. I thought I put it in my favorites :(. HELP PLEASE!

kanekid96 6992340
Feb 05, 2011
I think this site is so cool. I love to crochet and this is so helpful to see all these pictures. Thanks

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