Crochet Granny Square bags are a fun and practical project that can be crocheted up quickly, especially if you love crocheting Granny Squares. I have had such fun recently creating FREE crochet Bag Patterns using many different Squares and Motifs.
For the FREE BAG Crochet Patterns the links will be highlighted in RED – FREE. I have also added in some of my favorite crocheted bags as examples of what you can create with the granny Squares that you can BUY from various outlets. (#AD)
Making Crocheted Granny Squares is such a fun craft that once you have made a few squares you can then create an endless variety of items, ranging from clothing and accessories to home decor and anywhere your creativity takes you.
Recently we have seen a rise in crochet and the most popular crochet item to make are Crochet Bags with Granny Squares.
Granny squares are a very popular crochet technique, and they can be used to create various items. I have made many items using Granny Squares such as BAGS, Bucket Hats, and Granny Square Cardigans which are Extremely popular crochet projects to make.
My favorite thing to do when I am bored is to crochet different granny squares. I will keep them until I have enough granny squares to make a bag out of them. You will need to crochet a different number of squares to make each bag. (see individual crochet bag layouts for how many Granny Sqaures you will need to make each crocheted bag below)
In this post, I’ll provide links to some of my very own FREE crochet bag patterns made from Granny Squares, Crochet bags come in all shapes and sizes and can be made using various techniques and yarns.
Many of the Free Bag Patterns will show you how to crochet a bag. They will also show you the different layouts for the crochet bags, that I have made with granny squares and granny square motifs.
Granny squares are a classic crochet pattern that has been around for decades. They are typically made up of clusters of double crochet stitches separated by chain spaces.
The Granny square is worked in rounds, with each round adding more clusters and chain spaces. You continue working around increasing the size of the Crocheted Square
FREE Granny Square Pattern Pattern
Learn how to Start a Granny Square and Crochet the First 4 rounds with Step by Step images and written patterns to help you
The great thing about granny squares is that there are endless variations, with different colors, stitches, and patterns. Some popular granny squares include traditional granny squares, solid granny squares, and flower granny squares.
You can also mix and match colors and patterns to create unique and beautiful designs.
Granny squares are also great for beginners as they are easy to learn and a great way to practice basic crochet skills.
Different Types of Crochet Bag Patterns:
There are countless crochet bag patterns available to BUY online, already made and each with its own unique style and intricate details.
Some popular styles to BUY include:
Tote bags – These are large bags with long handles, suitable for carrying groceries, books, and other large items.
You can view this Bag and Buy at Etsy HERE (#AD)
Clutch bags – These are small, handheld bags that are often used for formal occasions.
This adorable crocheted Clutch is perfect for days and nights out as it even holds you phone – See HERE #AD- To BUY
Backpacks – These are bags worn on the back, with straps that go over each shoulder.
Shoulder bags – These are bags with a single strap worn over the shoulder.
FREE PATTERN Tote Bag Made from 3 Large Granny squares – EASY Beginner Friendly Pattern
Messenger bags – These are bags with a long strap worn across the body.
You can BUY the Messenger bag already made HERE from Etsy-
Beach bags – These are large, open bags perfect for carrying towels, sunscreen, and other beach essentials.
This is an example of a crocheted Bech Bag and is available to Buy
Are Bags Easy to Crochet?
Yes, crochet bags are a very easy crochet project. And using the basic crochet skills you have learned as a beginner, Just remember When choosing a crochet bag pattern, consider the bag’s purpose and your skill level. Some patterns may require more advanced techniques or stitches, while others may be suitable for beginners.
I try to include as much information as I can with the help of image tutorials within the crochet patterns to help you crochet your own bag.
Crochet a Bag Made with Granny Squares What you will need.
You CAN make these bags. Even as a beginner. As long as you can crochet the Granny Squares, Crocheting a bag can be fun and rewarding.
To get started making your crochet bag.
You will need the following materials:
You can view my Favorite Crochet essentials HERE on Amazon. I like to ADD my favorite things to my wish list and when people are looking for ideas as a Gift they can choose something from here.
- Yarn, any yarn you think will be suitable I use a range of yarns from Cotton blends to Acrylic)
- Crochet hooks
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional).
- Choose a pattern – Choose a crochet bag pattern and layout you like and gather all the necessary materials.
Gauge – Personally, I feel gauge is not critical for these bags, as you can easily work out the size of your bag when using the granny squares. By adding the number of squares x the length of each square or motif. Crochet the granny squares of your choice.
- Most of these bags and their layouts can be used with ANY granny squares you want to try!
- Follow the diagrams shown in the pattern for the bag layouts and sew the motifs together.
- Add handles – Finally, you’ll need to crochet handles to your bag. This can be done using various techniques, such as crocheting the handles separately and attaching them to the bag, or by crocheting the handles directly onto the bag.
Can you Use Different Layouts and Motifs to make ANY Granny Square Bag Pattern: YES!
There are many different layouts for bags made with granny squares, each with its own unique style.
- All-over granny square – This layout features a bag made entirely of granny squares. Squares are typically arranged in a symmetrical pattern, such as a checkerboard or diamond pattern. Like This FREE bag Pattern
The Fat Bottom Large Crochet Bag made from Granny Squares is a FREE crochet Pattern On my Website HERE
- Granny square center panel – This layout features a large granny square in the center of the bag, with plain crochet panels on either side.
- Granny square border – This layout features a bag with a plain crochet center panel, surrounded by a border of granny squares.
- Alternating granny square stripes – This layout features a bag with alternating stripes of plain crochet and granny squares.
When creating a bag using granny squares, it’s worthwhile to consider the color scheme and placement of the squares. Experiment with different color combinations and arrangements to create a bag that is uniquely yours.
My all-time Favourite Crochet Bag is the Daisy Square Flower Bag! I Love it and you can make it as big as you like by changing up the yarn weight and hook sizes.
FREE PATTERN Daisy Flower Market Tote (FREE crochet Pattern)
You can line your bag with the material but I prefer these Bag inserts, Which are super handy and means you can change your bag daily without the hassle of transferring every individual item over.
I made my mother-in-law a crocheted bag recently for mothers Day and added in the bag organizer (*af) and she loves it.
Sunflower Crochet Bag Pattern FREE
Sunflower Bag Pattern (FREE PATTERN HERE )
Heart Crochet Bag Pattern FREE PATTERN HERE
The layout of this bag is pretty cool and gives a flat bottom to the crocheted bag, you can reinforce the bottom with a piece of cardboard to help keep its shape the twisted handles are easy to make and the Heart Squares just give it a cute look
FREE Heart Square Bag HERE
I hope to add to this page over the coming months so be sure to check Back
What will you create with your Granny Squares now
Happy Hooking Lisa
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