Crochet Granny Square Tote Bag Pattern

A bright boho tote with a big bubble-stitch flower granny square on the front and back, neat side and base panels, and embroidered cross-stitch handles. Plastic canvas and a fabric lining give it a sturdy shape.

What's included

• 16-page PDF pattern in 4 parts
• Flower-centre granny square (bubble stitch) and square expansion rounds
• Side and bottom panels, handles and assembly
• Reinforcing with plastic canvas, fabric lining and magnetic snap closure
• Tips for making the bag larger or smaller

Materials

• Acrylic yarn in beige (main), light yellow, dark yellow, orange and dark blue
• Crochet hook to suit your yarn
• Plastic canvas and fabric lining
• 2 magnetic snap buttons
• Sewing needle and thread, yarn needle and scissors

Skill level: Beginner to intermediate.

How you get it

• This is a digital PDF pattern, not a finished item. Nothing is posted to you.
• Your download link is emailed to you right after checkout.
• Written in US crochet terms.

You're welcome to sell items you make from this pattern. Please don't share or resell the pattern file itself. Questions? Email us at hello@wacommpatterns.com and we'll help.

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Questions crocheters ask

Can I use a different yarn or hook? Yes. The pattern lists exactly what we used, and any yarn of a similar weight will work. A different yarn or hook size changes the finished measurements, so work a small swatch first if size matters. Our guide crochet gauge explained shows how.

Is the pattern written in UK terms? The PDF is written in US crochet terms, but a UK-terms version is free — choose English (UK terms) from the Pattern language list above and we will email it to you. If you would rather convert as you go, our US to UK conversion chart covers every stitch used here.

Can I get the pattern in my language? Yes, and it costs nothing. There are 20 languages in the Pattern language list above — pick yours before you add to cart. The English PDF downloads straight away; any other language we send by email, usually the same day.

Will the bag stretch out of shape? Not if the fabric is worked firmly. Our guide on why crochet bags stretch explains which yarns and hook sizes cause sagging, and how to prevent it.

Joining the squares neatly: see how to join granny squares.

Making it as a gift? Our round-up of crochet gifts to make for Christmas has more ideas, and the Christmas gift collection is all here.

More answers are on our FAQ page.