Find the best crochet tote bag patterns on the web here with our collection!
You know what they say, you can never have too many bags. That’s especially true when it comes to these super cute crochet tote bags! Each of these free crochet patterns provides the perfect opportunity to show off your crochet skills with a pretty and practical project.
Do you know how to crochet a tote bag? Of course, there are a number of ways to go about it, but the good news is that most of these free patterns for crochet tote bags are perfectly easy and suitable for beginner crocheters. That’s because they call for basic stitches and use simple construction methods.
Crochet tote bags come in all shapes and sizes, so the complexity of the patterns we are featuring today varies quite a bit. If you are looking for more of a challenge, then keep your eyes peeled for patterns that incorporate special stitches, multiple colors, or unique construction methods like motifs or creative shapes.
You might be wondering about the best yarn for crochet tote bags. Many of today’s featured patterns call for cotton yarn. This is because it is sturdy and a little bit stiff which helps add structural integrity to crochet tote bags. Cotton yarn is also often used for dish cloths so you know that it can hold up well to wear and tear.
I really can’t wait any longer. I’m so excited to share these crochet tote bags with you! Start scrolling down to see them for yourself.
Kensington Tote Bag
Where are my tunisian crochet fans at? This pattern uses the Tunisian knit stitch. It really does look like knitting and it results in a nice thick fabric with no holes. That makes it perfect for this colorblock tote bag! The pattern is available for free as a video tutorial on Youtube.
Designer: TLYC Blog
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Soho Tote
The Soho Tote looks like it could fit a seriously large amount of stuff inside and I just love the lace details. It’s constructed all in one piece using single, double, and double treble crochet stitches. The pattern calls for a strong and hard wearing cotton yarn that will keep this bag looking fresh from day 1 to day 100.
Designer: For the Frills
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Mosaic Bricks Tote
I love everything about this fun and colorful crochet tote bag from Loops and Love Crochet. The pattern uses the mosaic crochet technique which involves just single and double crochet stitches. My favorite thing about this technique is that there’s no changing colors in the middle of a row!
Designer: Loops and Love Crochet
Yarn: Knit Picks Dishie Solids (Worsted Weight #4)
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The Summer Tote
Cheery yellow and bright white are the perfect colors for creating the summer tote of your dreams (or for infusing some of those sweet summer vibes into a dreary winter day). The pattern uses only single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet stitches, so it’s nice and easy for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.
Designer: The Loophole Fox
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Pothos Tote
Calling all plant ladies! The Pothos Tote is the perfect bag to take with you on your next plant shopping trip. The pattern uses single crochet stitches and the tapestry crochet technique to make the adorable pothos leaf design. I would put it in the category of understated and sophisticated crochet tote bags.
Designer: Pink Plumeria Maui
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Tassel Tote
One common drawback of crochet tote bags is that the handle can get stretched out. This problem is easily solved by using something other than crochet for the handle – like the faux leather handle used for this cute Tassel Tote. The pattern calls for single crochet stitches and double crochet cluster stitches.
Designer: Salena Baca Crochet
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim (Worsted Weight #4)
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Easy Crochet Tote Bag
It really is easy to make this crochet tote bag. That’s because the pattern calls for just single and half double crochet stitches. These are usually among the very first stitches that new crocheters learn! Of course, it can also be a great project for more seasoned crocheters who are looking for a relaxing time.
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Granny Square Tote
I never get tired of crochet designs that incorporate granny squares and this crochet tote bag is one of my favorites. The bright colors really stand out against the neutral backdrop of the main bag color. You can learn how to crochet one of these cute tote bags for yourself by following along with the free video tutorial.
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim (Worsted Weight #4)
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Simple Crochet Gingham Tote Bag
Gingham is just one of those patterns that never goes out of style. The sweet simplicity is utterly charming! You will need 2 different shades of one color (like the lighter and darker green shown here) along with a neutral cream or white to recreate this gorgeous gingham design. The pattern calls for half double and double crochet stitches.
Designer: HayHay Crochet
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
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Moroccan Tote
Here’s another one of our feature crochet tote bags that uses pre-made purse handles. In addition to avoiding those dreaded stretched out crochet handles, I also think that the pre-made handles really elevate the look of the design. That’s especially true for this gorgeous moroccan-inspired design made using the tapestry crochet technique.
Designer: A Crochet Journey
Yarn: Cascade Yarns ® Ultra Pima (DK Weight #3)
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Crochet Market Tote
If you want all the colors in your crochet tote bags without all the work of planning them out and switching between them, then you need to try this crochet market tote. When you are done crocheting this single and half double crochet stitch design you will only have 2 tails to weave in – the starting tail and the ending tail.
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Caron Cotton Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)
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Everyday Tote Bag
Sometimes basic is best and I think that’s totally true for the Everyday Tote Bag. This pattern keeps things simple by using 1 simple color of sturdy cotton and just basic stitches (single and double crochet). The result is timeless and beautiful. You could rock this bag every day of the week!
Designer: Kristine’s Crochet
Yarn: YarnArt Macrame Cotton (Aran Weight #4)
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Motif Market Tote
You might have already seen some crochet tote bags with a similar silhouette to this one. Whoever first figured out that you can make an amazing bag using 13 squares is a genius! The individual squares are crocheted using single and double crochet stitches. Then the squares are joined together using flat slip stitch seams.
Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Star Stitch Tote
Add a rustic touch to your collection of crochet tote bags by using jute twine. It lends this bag its lovely natural hue and it also happens to be a very strong choice for making sturdy bags. Attractive horizontal stripes are created by alternating between rounds of single crochet stitches and star stitches.
Designer: Craft Passion
Yarn: Everbilt Jute Twine (Bulky Weight #5)
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All Time Favorite Tote Bag
At first glance this cute checked bag might look like it’s made with the usual tapestry crochet colorwork technique but it’s actually made with single crochet stitches along with front post half double and double crochet stitches. This design choice makes a really sturdy construction and adds a dash of texture too.
Designer: Crochet For You
Yarn: Ice Yarns Lorena Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
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Beach Please Summer Tote
Sky blue and rich coral red perfectly embody the possibilities of a sunny summer day. You can make this cute tote bag using single and double crochet stitches along with crossed double crochet stitches. It’s generously sized so you can fit your beach towel, your sunscreen, and even a book and a magazine too.
Designer: Loops and Love Crochet
Yarn: Bernat Maker Home Dec (Bulky Weight #5)
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Camellia Tote Bag
While the Camellia Tote Bag may not look particularly special at first glance, it has something that only a handful of crochet tote bags have – an interior pocket! It sure comes in handy for things that you need to be able to locate quickly like your phone. You can make your own using single and half double crochet stitches.
Designer: All About Ami
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Summer Retro Tote Bag
We’ve seen granny square tote bags and now here’s a granny hexagon tote bag. This pattern uses many different colors of cotton yarn so it’s great for using up scraps of yarn that you may have leftover from other projects. It calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches along with cluster stitches.
Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim (Worsted Weight #4)
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Triangle Tote Bag
A marvel of geometry and japanese influence, these triangle tote bags are all the rage lately. They may look complicated but they start out as a simple crochet rectangle. The real magic happens when you fold and seam the bag together. Try it out with this gray and white moss stitch version.
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Caron Cotton Angel Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)
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Lavender Fields Tote Bag
One easy way to make your crochet tote bags more sturdy is to use 2 strands of yarn at the same time. This can also make the project go by more quickly – talk about a win win! Try this trick out with the beautiful Lavender Fields Tote Bag. The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Left in Knots
Yarn: Caron Cotton Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)
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Sweet Simple Tote Bag
This adorable tote bag paired with those shoes makes me dream of tropical vacations! You can carry a little bit of that carefree relaxation around with you every day when you make the Sweet Simple Tote Bag. It’s crocheted double stranded using just single crochet stitches and 4 colors of yarn.
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Plant Lady Tote
Show off your love for all things plants with this ridiculously adorable Plant Lady Tote. The pattern uses single crochet stitches and the tapestry crochet colorwork technique to create 3 potted plants one stitch at a time. I especially love the way the plant colors are mirrored along the trim of the handles and top of the bag.
Designer: Evelyn and Peter Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Criss Cross Mini Tote
Crochet tote bags don’t always have to be big and bulky. This mini version may be lacking in size but it still has plenty of personality thanks to those punchy colored stripes. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches along with crossed double crochet stitches
Designer: Loops and Love Crochet
Yarn: Loops & Threads Cotton Colors (Worsted Weight #4)
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Cove Tote Bag
Here’s a style of crochet tote bags that we haven’t seen before. The handle of the bag is incorporated in such a unique way and I love the effect it has on the bag’s overall silhouette. You’ll be crocheting this one using single crochet stitches and 2 strands of yarn at the same time.
Designer: Originally Lovely
Yarn: Lion Brand Rewind (Bulky Weight #5)
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Rhythm Tote
You can’t even tell that this bag is crocheted! That’s because of the fine yarn and the simple single crochet stitches. These design elements create a very solid and flat fabric where each individual stitch perfectly blends in with the rest. Add those gorgeous pre-made handles and you’ve got yourself one cute bag!
Designer: Kathleen Berlew for WeCrochet
Yarn: Knit Picks Curio #3 (Lace Weight #0)
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Are you ready to bag one of these free crochet patterns and make your own tote? I can’t wait to see all the crochet tote bags our readers create! Please share your creations with us on social media.
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
