How to Make a Very Easy Crochet Bag

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Here’s a detailed, beginner-friendly tutorial for making a very easy crochet bag using a beautiful but simple stitch pattern. This project looks elegant, yet uses only basic stitches—perfect for beginners.


How to Make a Very Easy Crochet Bag

Beginner Tutorial with a Beautiful Stitch Pattern

Skill Level

Beginner 🧶

Time Needed

About 2–3 hours


Materials You’ll Need

  • Yarn: Medium-weight cotton yarn (Category 4). Cotton gives the bag a clean, structured look.
  • Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H/8)
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch – chain
  • sl st – slip stitch
  • sc – single crochet
  • dc – double crochet
  • st(s) – stitch(es)

Beautiful Stitch Pattern Used

Easy Mesh Stitch

  • Made by alternating double crochet and chain spaces
  • Creates a light, textured, and stylish look
  • Very beginner-friendly

Finished Size (Approx.)

  • Width: 12 inches
  • Height: 12 inches
    (Easily adjustable)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Base Chain

  • Chain 31 stitches
    💡 This determines the width of your bag.

Step 2: Row 1 – Base Row

  • Double crochet (dc) into the 4th chain from the hook
  • Chain 1, skip 1 chain, dc in next chain
  • Repeat across
  • Turn your work

👉 This creates the first row of the mesh stitch.


Step 3: Row 2 – Continue the Pattern

  • Chain 3 (counts as first dc)
  • Dc in next dc, ch 1
  • Repeat across
  • Turn

Step 4: Repeat Rows

  • Repeat Row 2 until your piece measures about 24 inches long

🧠 You are making a long rectangle.


Step 5: Fold and Join the Bag

  • Fold the rectangle in half
  • Use single crochet or slip stitch to join both side edges
  • Leave the top open

👜 Your bag shape is ready!


Step 6: Strengthen the Top Edge

  • Attach yarn to the top edge
  • Single crochet evenly around the opening
  • Work 2–3 rounds for stability

Step 7: Make the Handles

  • Choose two opposite sides
  • Chain 50–60 stitches for each handle
  • Attach with slip stitch
  • Single crochet along each chain for stronger handles

Step 8: Finish the Bag

  • Cut yarn and fasten off
  • Weave in all loose ends securely

✨ Your beautiful crochet bag is complete!


Optional Decorations

  • Add wooden or bamboo handles
  • Sew on a lining
  • Use two yarn colors for contrast
  • Add tassels or charms

Beginner Tips

✔ Cotton yarn keeps the stitch pattern crisp
✔ Keep chain spaces loose
✔ Count stitches each row
✔ Block lightly for a professional finish


If you’d like, I can:

  • Turn this into a round bag version
  • Create a market bag pattern
  • Simplify it even more
  • Make a print-friendly or video-style tutorial

Just tell me 🧶💖

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