This easy crochet bag - Isla is a versatile tote that's quick to make and beginner-friendly.
Worked double-stranded for durability, it's perfect for groceries, notebooks, beach days, or just carrying the essentials, and works beautifully with cotton yarn.
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- Skill Level
- Yarn and Hook Information
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- Special Stitches
- Gauge
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Sometimes you just need a sturdy, simple bag that can hold everything without feeling bulky.
This easy crochet bag - Isla fits that need perfectly.
Made with double-stranded yarn, it has extra strength, so it can handle your everyday items without stretching out.
The pattern uses basic stitches, making it approachable for beginners, and works up faster than you might expect.
Cotton yarn is ideal, giving it structure and durability, but you can experiment with any yarn you like.
It's a practical project that's also fun to customize - you can make it in neutral tones, bright colors, or even mix yarns for a subtle striped effect.
This easy crochet bag is a practical everyday make that works well as a handmade accessory or gift, and it pairs naturally with other bag projects like the mesh crochet tote bag or crochet bag - Olivia.
Whether you want a tote for daily use, a beach bag, or a handmade gift, the easy crochet bag - Isla is a satisfying, functional project you'll actually use.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Double-stranded for extra durability
- Holds your everyday items without stretching
- Quick to work up and beginner-friendly
- Perfect for groceries, books, beach gear, or craft supplies
- Works beautifully with cotton yarn for structure
- Customizable in color and size
- Great as a practical handmade gift
Materials Needed
Yarn
#4 Medium (worsted) weight yarn with about 10 Wraps Per Inch (WPI)*
- You will need about a total of 6.18 ounces / 298 yards [175 grams / 273 meters]
Hook
- 6 mm (J, 10) hook
Other
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
- Stitch Marker
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.
Skill Level
Skill level: ★☆☆☆☆ - Beginner
Simple stitches and double-stranded construction make this bag approachable, and it works up quickly - perfect for a weekend project.
Yarn and Hook Information
Cotton yarn works best for more durable and stronger bags. However, you can also use acrylic or acrylic blend yarns too.
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Ch - Chain
- St/s - Stitch/es
- Hdc - Half Double Crochet
- Sl st - Slip Stitch
- V-st (see special stitches below)
- Sk - Skip
- Dc - Double Crochet
- Ch1-sp - Chain 1 space
- Blo - Back loop only
- FO - Fasten Off
- [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.
Special Stitches
V stitch (v-st)
- 1 double crochet in next st,
- Ch1
- 1 double crochet in same st. completed v-st.
Gauge
4 inches x 4 inches (10 cm x 10 cm) = 4 v-sts x 5 rows
Finished Size
This crochet bag is about 6.30 inches (16 cm) wide at the base (and about 10 inches / 26 cm at it's widest point) and 10 inches (26 cm) tall.
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Instructions
Round 1: Working double stranded, make a magic ring, ch2 (doesn't count as a st both here and throughout), 10 hdc into ring, pull tail tight to close ring, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [10 hdc].
Round 2: Ch2, 2 hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [20 hdc].
Round 3: Ch2, *1 hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st,* repeat from * around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [30 hdc].
Round 4: Ch2, *1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st,* repeat from * around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [40 hdc].
Round 5: Ch2, *1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st,* repeat from * around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [50 hdc].
Round 6: Ch2, *1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st,* repeat from * around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [60 hdc].
Round 7: Ch1, 1 sc blo in each st around, sl st into 1st sc to join. [60 sc].
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Round 8 - 9: Ch2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [60 hdc in each round].
Round 10: Ch2, *1 v-st in 1st st, sk 2 sts, 1 v-st in next st,* repeat from * around until your have 1 st left, 1 dc in last st, sl st into top of dc from 1st v-st to join. [20 v-sts, 1 dc].
Round 11 - 16: Ch2, 1 v-st in ch1-sp from previous round (found between the top of the "v's" on the v-sts, don't confuse them with the skipped stitches) around, 1 dc in last st, sl st into top of dc from 1st v-st. [20 v-sts, 1 dc in each round].
Round 17: Ch2, 1 hdc blo in each st around. Sl st into 1st hdc to join. [60 hdc].
Round 18: Ch2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st hdc to join. [60 hdc].
Round 19: You will now start making the handle. Ch2, 1 hdc in each of the next 11 sts, ch 14, sk 8 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 hdc in each of the next 22 sts, ch 14, sk 8 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 hdc in each of the remaining sts, sl st into 1st hdc to join [72 hdc].
Round 20 - 21: Ch1, 1 sc in each st around, sl st into 1st sc to join. [72 sc].
Round 22: Ch1, sl st in each st around, sl st into ch1 to join. FO and weave in any ends. [72 sts].
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Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Use cotton yarn or a cotton blend for durability
- Double-stranded yarn adds strength without extra bulk
- Customize the strap length to your preference
- Add a simple lining if you want extra security for small items
Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
- Daily tote for errands or work
- Beach or market days
- Handmade gifts for friends or family
- Craft storage or yarn bag
- Weekend crochet projects that are both fun and functional
FAQ
Yes - basic stitches and straightforward construction make it approachable.
Most crocheters can finish a tote in a weekend.
Cotton or a cotton blend gives structure and durability, but you can experiment with other types.
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