Here's an oversized and modern tote design that can serve many many purposes-farmers market, craft tote, carry-on/travel, diaper bag, purse, beach bag, and more. The bobble stitch details give this tote a modern and slightly decorative appearance.
The optional pocket is perfect for easy access cell phone storage. Choose to keep the tote unlined, or add a liner and pockets to your personal preference.
Get the Pattern by The Cozy Knot Crochet here
Easy How To Crochet A Bag Step By Step
If you have ever wanted a handmade bag that looks complicated but is actually approachable, this easy crochet bag is the project to try. This step-by-step design turns plush yarn and simple stitches into a sculptural botanical tote with raised leaf details and a sturdy arched handle. It is especially useful for craft fairs because shoppers notice texture immediately, while the construction is simple enough to make in repeatable batches. Beginners can work slowly through each round, use stitch markers, and build confidence without juggling many separate pieces. The finished bag also makes a thoughtful gift, market sample, or cozy everyday accessory. The leaf-inspired texture gives it a boutique look, but the pattern relies on familiar US crochet stitches and counted rounds. If you are searching for how to crochet a bag step by step, this pattern gives you a practical, beginner-friendly roadmap from the foundation to the final handle.
Unlined Book Tote
Here's one of those great free crochet pattern for bags! Unlined Book Tote is easy and will be a great way to use up that random yarn you have lying around.
Cell Phone Clip Case
I designed the cell phone clip case for a friend who has to have her phone with her at work. Part pattern and part tutorial, the instructions will teach you how to make a custom size case to carry your phone. The case can be clipped to your waist band or you could even clip it to the edge of your purse. No more losing your phone! The pattern consists of all easy to crochet rectangles, with instructions for sizing and attaching everything together.
Crochet Cell Phone Case with Secret Pocket
You can gift this crochet phone case with a secret pocket to your friend who loves traveling. He can place the money in crocheted pocket to use in difficult conditions. Crochet this new style and supportive case with a free pattern. If you are a beginner-level crochet crafter, you can work on this patterned phone case effortlessly. For this, you can use bulky or lightweight yarn in combination colors. Additionally, use an H size 5.00mm crochet hook for crocheting this phone cover.
Love Knot Market Bag
"Craft your way to sustainable living with this reusable crochet market bag. This sturdy market bag is roomy enough for grocery shopping, trips to the beach, or, of course, yarn! Use a cotton yarn for maximum durability :-) This market bag is crocheted using the Love Knot (also known as Solomon's Knot or the Lover's Knot), and don't worry if this is a new stitch for you - the pattern includes a full photo and video tutorial."
