by Absolutely! Here’s a step-by-step detailed guide on how to make a crochet bag, written in a beginner-friendly way, so even if you’ve never picked up a hook before, you can follow along.
How to Make a Crochet Bag – Even a Beginner Can Handle It!
✨ What You’ll Be Making:
A simple tote-style crochet bag – sturdy enough for everyday use, customizable, and stylish. You’ll use basic stitches only!
Materials You’ll Need:
| Item | Description |
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| Yarn | Medium (Worsted Weight #4 cotton yarn) – sturdy & washable |
| Hook | 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook – or size recommended on yarn label |
| Tapestry Needle | For weaving in the ends |
| Scissors | For trimming yarn |
| Stitch Markers | Optional, but helpful for marking rounds |
| Measuring Tape | For sizing your bag |
Tip: Cotton yarn holds its shape better than acrylic for bags.
Stitches You Need to Know:
Only three basic stitches!
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Chain (ch)
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Single Crochet (sc)
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Slip Stitch (sl st)
Don’t know these yet? No problem! Look them up on YouTube—just search:
“How to chain in crochet” or “How to single crochet” – tons of tutorials available.
Finished Size:
Approximately 12 inches wide x 10 inches tall, with handles. You can easily adjust the size by chaining more/less.
️ Step-by-Step Instructions
STEP 1: Make the Base (Flat Oval or Rectangle)
You’ll crochet the bottom of the bag first.
Pattern:
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Chain 25 (this will be the length of your bag base).
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Row 1: In the 2nd chain from the hook, sc. Continue sc in each chain across. (24 sc)
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At the end, make 3 sc in the last chain to turn around.
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Now, continue single crocheting down the other side of the chain (the opposite side).
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At the other end, make 2 more sc in the last stitch (so both ends have 3 sc).
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You’ve made an oval!
Now continue working in rounds:
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Use single crochet all the way around.
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Increase at both ends in the 3 corner stitches (i.e., do 2 sc in those end stitches).
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Continue for about 5–6 rounds until your base is the desired size.
You can stop increasing when it’s as wide as you want the bag to be.
STEP 2: Build Up the Sides
Now you’ll crochet without increasing, which makes the bag go upward.
Pattern:
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Work 1 sc in each stitch around – no more increases.
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Keep going in rounds until your bag is 10 inches tall, or as tall as you like.
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You can switch yarn colors for stripes or patterns if you want!
STEP 3: Make the Handles
Time to add handles so you can carry it.
Pattern:
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Decide where you want the handles (usually about 4 inches in from each edge).
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From where you are in the round:
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Sc to the handle start spot.
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Chain 20 (or adjust to desired handle length).
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Skip the next 10 stitches, and sc into the 11th (this creates the handle).
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Repeat on the other side for the second handle.
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Do 1 more round of sc all the way around, including across the handle chains (sc into each chain stitch).
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Fasten off and weave in all ends with the tapestry needle.
Optional: Lining Your Bag (Beginner Level – Optional)
If you want extra strength or a clean look inside:
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Cut a piece of fabric to fit the inside.
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Sew it in using a needle & thread or fabric glue.
Ideas to Customize:
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Add a button and loop for closure.
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Crochet a flap for extra security.
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Sew on a pocket or key ring holder inside.
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Add color changes or striped rows.
✅ Quick Recap:
| Step | What You Do |
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| 1 | Crochet base (oval or rectangle) |
| 2 | Build up the sides in sc rounds |
| 3 | Add handles with chain spaces |
| 4 | Optional finishing touches |
Helpful Video Tutorials (Search These):
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“Easy beginner crochet tote bag tutorial”
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“How to crochet an oval base”
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“How to attach handles to a crochet bag”
Final Notes:
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This bag is super forgiving—don’t worry if your stitch count isn’t perfect.
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Once you’ve made one, you’ll be ready to get creative with shapes, textures, and colors.
Watch tutorial:
