6 Free Bag Patterns for When You're On-the-Go

tote bag

Fact: you can never have too many bags, and that’s especially true for ones you craft yourself! Whether you sew, quilt or crochet, take your pick from one (or five) of the free bag patterns below and make your next go-to accessory.

1. Boho Market Bag

crochet market bag

This chic crochet bag has a secret — it’s actually made up of three separate squares. What does this mean for you? It’s so easy to make, you may decide to whip up one in every color.

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2. No-Sew Sequins

sequins makeup bag

Never settle for a plain canvas bag, especially when you have sequins on hand. Break out your hot glue gun and craft this easy no-sew project — it’s totally perfect for a fun craft night with the fam.

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3. Stitch a Basic Tote

tote bag

Totes are a must-have for anyone, whether you use them for groceries, books or even WIP projects you can work on when on-the-go. Choose your favorite fabrics and stitch a bag that fits your style and needs — you can’t go wrong with adding a lining.

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4. Simple Quilted Bag

All you need to make this bag is some fabric, thread and one hour of your time. Not only does it come together quickly, but it looks oh-so-cute.

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5. The Arabesque Bag

Arabesque bag

This beginner-friendly bag has a zip-top closure and two top-stitched pockets on the inside of the bag. It goes together quickly as it just has a front and back, but includes bottom gussets that give the bag a 4″ depth.

6. Swoon Ethel Tote Bag

Swoon Ethel Tote Bag

This bag is everything: roomy, sturdy and stylish. With its teardrop shape, it veers away from the usual boxy tote look so you can comfortably sling it over your shoulder.

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12 Responses to “6 Free Bag Patterns for When You're On-the-Go”

  1. Cindy

    Unable to get this pattern. Why do I have a premium membership????

  2. Jacquelyn Pualani Johnson

    Interested in the tote.....is the pattern still available?

  3. Elizabeth Davis

    I think the pattern for this tote has disappeared. Is it gone forever?

  4. Linda sue Herrin

    Cute bag

  5. Susan Kerhoulas

    Thank you!

  6. Cindy Dupre

    ooooooh... would love to quilt this.... wonder if that will work!

  7. Sandra Connolly

    where are the patterns

  8. helenadim19640732

    when will free patterns be available ? thanks

  9. Wendy Lake

    Patterns please!!!!

  10. Pamela Woodard

    I am looking for the pattern for Quilted Tote with Crafty Gemini as shown on Midnight Quilt Show. When I put information into search bar, there are 700+ pages of totes! Happy to see that but only got to page 27 before getting blurry eyed... Would you provide information on how to receive pattern. Thanx for your help