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A shopping bag is so handy that we’ve put together a beautiful collection that you’ll love. These are easy-to-use beginner crochet projects that are fast, easy and perfect for the market.

It’s also a much better alternative to plastic bags.

Cabled Tote Free Crochet Pattern

This nifty bag is thick and sturdy and can carry everything from your tablet to your water bottle. With comfortable cords, this is a great seasonal accessory. The instructions are available as a free download from Ravelry and contain information on how to make the small and medium-sized versions of the bag.

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Mini Crocodile Stitch Bag

Materials

#4 Medium weight yarn
I used ICE yarn Macrame Cotton #4 Medium weight yarn
Color Pictured = Ecru
Crochet hook size 5 mm
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch marker

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Crochet Pouch Pattern

Materials

#4 Medium weight yarn
I used Bernat Handicrafter Cotton DeLux in color gold #4 medium weight yarn
Crochet hook size 3mm
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Snaps closures magnetic
Leather strap

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Crochet Basket Bag

Materials

#6 super bulky yarn
I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick in color Wheat #6 Super bulky yarn ( I used about 2 and one quarter skeins/230 yards )
Crochet hook size 6mm
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch marker

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Crochet Beach Bag

Materials

I used Alize Bahar in color code 3673 | #3 Light/DK yarn ( For the bag body part )
Size 4 mm Cotton Craft cord ( For the straps ) *I got some from hobby lobby but this one’s very similar
Crochet hook size 4.5 mm
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch marker

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Crochet Purse Pattern

Materials

#5 Bulky yarn
I used ICE yarn Macrame Cotton Bulky #5 Bulky yarn ( 150 meters/164 yards per ball )
Color Picture = Beige
Crochet hook size 6 mm
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Magnetic purse closure
Chain strap
Ring hooks

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Animal Print Crochet Bag Pattern

SUPPLIES:
Crochet Hook 4 mm (G), I highly recommend Furls Hook (affiliate link) or a Clover Crochet Hook (link below). I love both of these.
Yarn Needle
Scissors
1.5 inch rectangle purse ring (2)

Yarn:
I Love This Cotton
Antique Gold (Gold)
Burnt Sienna (Red)
Black
Ivory

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Nettleton Crochet Bag

SUPPLIES:
Size US H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
Removable stitch markers if needed
Yarn needle to weave in ends
Macrame Tassels if desired
Handbag Straps

Measurements:
Bag folded and laid flat:
Width 15.25” (39 cm)
Height 10” (25 cm)

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Infinity Crochet Cable Bag Pattern

SUPPLIES:
Hook: 4.0 mm (G) Hook
Yarn Needle
Bag Handles Pair (Purse n-alize-it! Brand shown)
Bag Tabs if desired
¾ yard Canvas Fabric if lining bag

Yarn:
Lion Brand Wool-Ease (197 Yard Skeins, 4 skeins needed) shown in Gold or Natural Heather
Yardage: Approx. 650 yards (595m)

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Sheep Crochet Bag Pattern

SUPPLIES:
CROCHET HOOK:
Furls Hook
5.0mm (H hook), or hook to obtain gauge

NOTIONS:
Tapestry (yarn) Needle
Scissors
4 small googly eyes (optional)
Quick Dry Fabric Fusion (Liquid Stitch)
¾ yard cotton or non-stretchy fabric
Large Eyelet Kit ¼ inch (6.35mm)- 4 grommets needed
Extra-Large Eyelet Kit 7/16 inch (1.1cm)- 4 grommets needed

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Cat Yarn Bag Pattern

SUPPLIES:
CROCHET HOOK:
Furls Hook
5.0mm (H hook), or hook to obtain gauge

NOTIONS:
Tapestry (yarn) Needle
Scissors
Leather strap for bag handle (I used an old belt)
2 cat safety eyes 18 mm
Large Eyelet Kit ¼ inch (6.35mm)- 2 grommets needed
Extra-Large Eyelet Kit 7/16 inch (1.1cm)- 3 grommets needed
Eyelets/Grommets:
Large, https://bit.ly/1L9JpVl;
Extra Large, https://bit.ly/1p19nzU
Quick Dry Fabric Fusion (Liquid Stitch)
¾ yard cotton or non-stretchy fabric
12-inch grey zipper
Handbag Swivel Clasps- set of two, optional
Sharp Needle and Thread

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Alp Tote Bag Pattern

SUPPLIES:
CROCHET HOOK:
Furls Hook
6.0mm (J hook), or hook to obtain gauge

NOTIONS:
Removable stitch markers if needed
Yarn needle to weave in ends
Scissors

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The Belmont Bag Free Pattern

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

US size J/10, 6.0 mm crochet hook
Bernat Beyond Yarn (Category 6 Super Bulky Yarn)

3 skeins in Cream
Large Eye Yarn Needle
Faux Leather Bag Straps (optional)
Hand Needles (optional)

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Chevron Fold Over Clutch Pattern

There’s just one thing about the cute crochet clutch pattern that your favorite outfit needs. Whether you need something for important items or just want a cute accessory, this cute chevron tapestry crochet clutch pattern makes a great bag! With a zig zag zig zag stripe, this free crochet bag pattern is an easy crochet bag starter project.

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Crochet the Scrapadoodle Clutch Pattern

Materials Needed
Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (or total of 285 yds comparable worsted weight yarn)
Teal – Color A: 100 yds
Cream – Color B:125 yds
Black – Color C: 60 yds
Size G (4.5mm) crochet hook
Approx. 14” x 18” Cotton Fabric for lining
Measuring Tape
Sewing Needle
Thread
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Clothes Iron

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Crochet Phone Purse Pattern

Difficulty:
Easy/Intermediate
Techniques used: post stitches, working in the 3rd loop, working in the back loop, reverse single crochet, multi-layer flower, basic sewing, (optional) basic embroidery

Materials Needed:
2.55mm steel hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge – for bag
1.5mm steel hook – for flower
190-200 yards #3 Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet Thread in “Natural”
15 yards #3 Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet Thread in “White”
5-7 yards #10 Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread in “White”
5 yards #10 Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread in “Natural”
1/2” metal buckle – I picked up mine at Michael’s, but can’t find the same style in stock on their website. The brand name is “ArtMinds”
2 25mm metal rings
Yarn Needle
Scissors
3 small beads

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Mudcloth Cinch Bag Pattern

Difficulty: Easy

Finished Size: 11″ wide x 14.75″ tall when laid flat (before assembly)

Yarn: Approx. 550 yards of #3 (light) cotton or cotton/acrylic blend. I used Sarasota, a cotton/acrylic blend from Cascade Yarn, in 2 colors:
COLOR A (“Navy Solid”): 300 yards
COLOR B (“White”): 250 yards
Hook: E (3.5mm)
Gauge: 21 SC x 24 rows = 4″ square
You’ll also need: Yarn needle, ruler, and 3 yards of 3mm macrame cord (or other chosen material for drawstring backpack strap)

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Outside In Purse Bag Pattern

Size:
10″ wide, 11″ tall, 3.5″ wide

Yarn:
Knit Picks Galileo: (50% merino wool, 50% viscose from bamboo), Size 2 (Sport Weight), 50 g / 131 yds
Valentine 6414: Color A – 1 skein, (50 g / 131 yds)
Pearl 5183: Color B – 1 skein, (50 g / 131 yds)
Calliope T065: Color C – 1 skein, (50 g / 131 yds)
Aquarius T062: Color D – 1 skein, (50 g / 131 yds)
Nebula 3158: Color E – 1 skein, (50 g / 131 yds)
Titan T063: Color F – 1 skein, (50 g / 131 yds)
Meteor 2098: Color G – 2 skeins, (60 g / 160 yds)

Gauge: Learn about gauge HERE
5 sts x 5 rows = 4” [10 cm] in mhdc (see special stitches)

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Sweet Summer Sunflower Bag Pattern

Here is what you will need:

US G6/4mm crochet hook Did you know you can purchase my go-to hooks on Amazon?)
Tapestry needle and scissors
Worsted weight cotton yarn. Sample used Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton, 3.5 oz (1 skein) Ivory, 1.75 oz. Curry (yellow), 1 oz. Antique Gold (caramel color) and .75 oz Brown. I used almost every bit of the ivory yarn. You may want to buy an extra skein if your gauge is larger than mine or plan to stripe the handles if you run out of ivory yarn.
Tapestry needle and scissors

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Wanderlust Chevron Backpack Pattern

MATERIALS

Yarn: Worsted Weight / 4; Lion Brand Yarns 24/7 Cotton was used for the sample. 100% Mercerized Cotton Yarn (186 yards / 170 m / 3.5 oz / 100 g). Available for purchase on the Lion Brand Website or AMAZON
Ecru (650 yards / 4 balls)
Magenta (96 yards / 1 ball)
Charcoal (80 yards / 1 ball)
Crochet Hooks: G/6/4.00mm, E/3.50mm, or size needed to obtain gauge (My favorite crochet hooks are the Clover Amour Hooks, I’ve never had an ache in my hand since switching)
Scissors
Yarn Needle
Plastic Canvas (2) 4″ W x 9.5″ L (optional)
Locking Stitch Markers (4 or more)

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Summer Retro Tote Bag Pattern

MATERIALS

Yarn: Worsted Weight / 4 Cotton Yarn / 21 yards; I used Lily Sugar n’ Cream cotton yarn (colors I used are listed in the notes below)
Main Color (ecru): 440 yards
Contrasting Colors 1 – 6: 60 yards each color
Crochet Hook: H/8/5.00mm or size needed to obtain gauge (My favorite crochet hooks are the Clover Amour Crochet Hooks, I’ve never had an ache in my hand since switching).
Scissors
Yarn Needle
Locking Stitch Markers
1.5″ diameter buttons (2) (optional)

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Hibiscus Tote Bag Pattern

Materials:

Made with worsted weight cotton yarn in two colors, about 350 yards of each color.
Hook Clover Amour H/5.00 mm
¾” or 1” Metal rings – 4
Yarn/Tapestry Needle

Gauge: 17 sc x 15 rows = 4”

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