If you’re looking for a stylish and practical crochet project for summer, this new summer crochet beach bag pattern might be just what you need. Designed to complement our last summer’s CAL of Summer Crochet Beach Cover-Up – Robe Style, Summer Crochet Beach Cover-up – Pullover Style by Bizzy Crochet and Designs, and Summer Crochet Beach Sun Hat, this bag brings functionality and coordination together for your warm-weather wardrobe.
Whether you’re heading to the beach, the pool, or just out for a casual day in the sun, this crochet beach bag is designed to carry your essentials while pairing beautifully with your handmade cover-up and hat. It’s roomy enough for a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a good book—plus it folds easily into your luggage or tote when you’re on the go.
About the Design & Inspiration
Building on the relaxed, airy aesthetic of last year’s beach collection, the inspiration for this crochet bag free pattern was to create a functional yet elegant piece that perfectly complements those items. I wanted a bag that wasn’t just practical for carrying essentials but also added a touch of handmade charm to any warm-weather outfit.
This handmade crochet tote bag features a classic, versatile shape that makes it suitable for trips to the beach, pool, or even your local farmer’s market. Its design emphasizes both durability and lightness, essential qualities for a summer tote.
A Durable and Lightweight Crochet Bag Free Pattern
This handmade beach bag is made using worsted weight (weight 4) 100% cotton yarn for the main color. This choice offers excellent durability and structure, ensuring your bag holds its shape while remaining soft to the touch. The natural fibers of cotton are also ideal for beach use, as they are breathable and easy to care for.
The contrast detailing uses weight 3 cotton-blend yarn, adding a lighter touch and visual interest. The mix of yarn weights not only creates a subtle texture but also keeps the bag lightweight and breathable, perfect for summer use.
The finished bag measures 16 inches wide by 12 inches high (without the handle) and 18 inches high including the handle. The size is ideal for carrying your beach or pool gear without being bulky.
The bag is worked in the round, which means no seaming and a smooth, seamless construction that holds up well with regular use.
Easy Construction, Eye-Catching Results
This crochet bag free pattern is worked in simple stitches, making it approachable for advanced beginners while still offering enough interest for more experienced crocheters. It’s a great weekend project or something you can work on during relaxing evenings. The bag’s construction is both straightforward and satisfying, with the final product ready to use or gift.
You’ll find that the design complements the Crochet Summer Beach Cover Up and Crochet Summer Sun Hat both in color play and texture. Pairing them together not only creates a cohesive handmade outfit but also thoughtfully showcases your crochet skills.
Features & Versatility
Spacious Interior: Generous dimensions allow you to carry all your beach day necessities.
Durable Construction: Made with robust cotton yarns and crocheted in the round for lasting quality.
Seamless Design: The construction in continuous rounds means a smooth, clean finish.
Stylish Complement: Designed to perfectly match last summer’s crochet beach cover and sunhat.
Versatile Use: Ideal as a crochet tote bag, market bag, beach, or everyday summer carryall.
Handmade Appeal: A charming accessory that showcases the beauty of handmade craftsmanship.
Yarn Suggestions and Substitutions
For best results, use 100% cotton yarn in worsted (weight 4) for the base of the bag. This ensures strength and structure, especially if you plan to carry heavier items like water bottles or books. The contrasting color in weight 3 cotton yarn adds a decorative touch without weighing down the design.
Some great yarn options include:
Lily Sugar’n Cream and Lion Brand Local Grown Cotton Yarn for the main color or Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK or Premier Cotton Fair for the contrast color
Make sure to check your gauge to maintain the bag’s intended shape and measurements.
Where to Use This Crochet Bag Free Pattern
This crochet beach bag isn’t just for the beach. You can use it as a:
- Pool tote
- Market bag
- Picnic companion
- Lightweight everyday carry bag
Its versatility means it can be part of your summer outings or serve as a reusable shopping tote that’s both eco-friendly and stylish.
A Great Summer Gift Idea
If you’re looking for summer crochet gift ideas, this crochet bag free pattern makes a thoughtful, handmade present. Pair it with the matching beach cover-up for a set, or gift it on its own with a few fun summer items tucked inside.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Materials
Lily Sugar” n Cream 100% Cotton 190 yds (174 m), 113 g (4 oz) in White
Lion Brand Truboo 100% Rayon 241 yds (220 m), 3.5 oz (100 g) in
White (MC) – 463 yds (423 m)
Celery (CC1) – 45 yds (42 m)
Light Pink (CC2) – 68 yds (62 m)
Worsted Weight (4)
Armour Clover Hook 4 mm (G)
Tape measure
Gauge
15 sts x 9 rows (dc) = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
Finished Measurements
16” wide x 12” high (without handle)
18” high with handle
Abbreviations
Ch(s) – chain(s)
St – stitch
Sc – single crochet
Hdc – half double crochet
Dc – double crochet
Sl st – slip stitch
Ch-sp – chain space
Sk – skip
Rep- repeat
MC -main color
CC – contrast color
Lp – loop
Notes
The pattern is written in US Standard Terms
The bag is worked in rounds
How to Make this Crochet Bag Free Pattern
Multiples of 10 + 3
Ch 62 using MC
Row 1: Hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch to end, turn (60).
Rows 2-15: ch 2, hdc in each st to end, turn (60).
Work Without Turning
Round 1: ch 2, hdc in each st to end, hdc in each side row to end, hdc in each st of the beginning ch to end, hdc in each side row to end, join (150 sts).
Round 2-5: ch 2, hdc in each st to end, join
Round 6: ch 4, (counts as dc and ch 1 throughout), sk next st, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk next st, dc in next st, rep from * to last ch, ch 1, sk ch-sp, join (75 sts, 74 chs)
Round 7: ch 4, sk next ch-sp, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk next ch-sp, dc in next st, rep from * to last ch, ch 1, sk ch-sp, join and attach CC1. Leave MC hanging.
Round 8: Using CC1, ch 1, sc in first st, * ch 5, [sk next ch-sp, sk next st] x 2, working in front of the next ch-sp, sl st in the next ch-sp 2 rows below, ch 5, [sk next st, sk next ch-sp] x 2, sc in next st of the current row, rep from * across to last 5 chs and 5 sts, ch 5, [sk next ch-sp, sk next st] x 2, working in the front next ch-sp, sl st in next ch-sp 2 rows below, ch 5, [sk next st, sk next ch-sp] x 2, join in first st of the same round, leave CC1 hanging, and pick up MC.
Round 9: Using MC, ch 1, sc in first st, * [ch 1, sk next ch-sp 2 rows below, working in front of the next ch-5 lp of the previous row, dc in next st 2 rows below] x 4, ch 1, sc in the next sc in the current row, rep from * to end, join in first st of the same round, leave MC hanging and pick up CC1.
Round 10: Using CC1, ch 1, sc in first st, * ch 5, [sk next ch-sp, sk next st] x 2, working in front of the next ch-sp, sl st in the next ch-sp 2 rows below, ch 5, [sk next st, sk next ch-sp] x 2, sc in next st of the current row, rep from * across to last 5 chs and 5 sts, ch 5, [sk next ch-sp, sk next st] x 2, working in the front next ch-sp, sl st in next ch-sp 2 rows below, ch 5, [sk next st, sk next ch-sp] x 2, join to the first st of the same round, cut CC1 yarn and pick up MC.
Round 12: ch 4, sk next ch-sp, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk next ch-sp, dc in next st, rep from * to end, join to 3rd ch of the same round, leave MC hanging, and attach CC2.
Round 13: Using CC2, ch 1, sc in same ch CC2 was attached, ch 5, [sk next ch-sp, sk next st] x 2, working in front of the next ch-sp, sl st in next ch-sp 2 rows below, ch 5, [sk next st, sk next ch-sp] x 2, sc in next st of the current row, rep from * across, join to first st of the same round, leave CC2 hanging, and pick up MC.
Round 14: Using MC, ch 1, sc in first st, * [ch 1, sk next ch-sp 2 rows below, working in front of the next ch-5 lp of the previous row, dc in next st 2 rows below] x 4 ch 1, sc in the next sc in the current row, rep from * to end join to the first st of the same round, leave MC hanging, and pick up CC2.
Round 15: Using CC2, ch 1, sc in first st, ch 5, [sk next ch-sp, sk next st] x 2, working in front of the next ch-sp, sl st in next ch-sp 2 rows below, ch 5, [sk next st, sk next ch-sp] x 2, sc in next st of the current row, rep from * across, join the first st of the same round,cut CC2 and pick up MC.
Round 16: Using MC, ch 1, sc in first st, * [ch 1, sk next ch-sp 2 rows below, working in front of the next ch-5 lp of the previous row, dc in next st 2 rows below] x 4 ch 1, sk ch-sp, sc in the next sc in the current row, rep from * to end, join to the first st of the same round.
Round 17: ch 4, sk first st, sk next ch-sp, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk next ch-sp, dc in next st, rep from * to end, ch 1, join to 3rd ch of the same round, leave MC hanging, and attach CC1.
Rounds 8-17 make up the pattern
Rounds 18-27: rep rounds 8-17
Rounds 28-32: rep rounds 8-12
Round 33: ch 1, sc in each st to end, join.
Fasten off
Handles for Crochet Bag Free Pattern
Count all the sts and divide so that you have 26 sts in the middle of each side of the bag and 49 sts on each side
With the right side facing, attach yarn to the 1st st of any of the 49 sts of the handle.
Row 1: ch 4, sk 1, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk 1, dc in next st, rep from * to the end of 49 sts, turn (25 sts, 24 chs).
Rows 2-10: (dec rows) ch 3, sk next ch, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk 1, dc in next st, rep from * to last ch and st, dc in last st without making a ch.
Row 11: ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), sk ch-sp, dc in next st, * ch 1, sk ch-sp, dc in next st, rep from * to end, turn (7 dc, 6 chs).
Row 12: ch 3, dc in next st and each st to end, turn (13).
Rows 13-17: ch 3, dc in 2nd st and each st to end. Turn
Fasten off.
Rep the above handle instructions for the second handle.
Sew the ends together.
Weave in ends.
