🌸 1. Introduction
This Easy Crochet Floral Tote Bag is a fun, cheerful, and simple project that’s perfect for beginners or intermediate crocheters who want to try working with granny square-style flower motifs. Use bold or pastel colors and watch your tote bloom!
🧵 2. Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn (cotton or acrylic) in flower and background colors
- 4.0 mm or 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- Optional: fabric lining, button or snap closure, strap hardware
✨ Stitches Used:
- Chain (ch)
- Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Double Crochet (dc)
- Cluster or Puff Stitch (for petals – optional)
🧩 3. Bag Design & Layout
The bag is made of:
- Flower granny squares – usually 12 to 16
- Squares joined together in a rectangle layout
- Strap added (crocheted or attached)
- Edging or optional lining
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Size | ~12″ x 12″ (customizable) |
| Style | Flat tote with floral front/back |
| Closure (opt.) | Button, drawstring, or zipper |
🌼 4. Step-by-Step Instructions
🌷 Step 1: Make Floral Squares
You’ll need 12–16 squares depending on the desired size.
Basic Flower Granny Square:
- Round 1: Magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), 11 dc – join (12 dc)
- Round 2: (Ch 2, 3 dc in next st, ch 2, sl st in next) x6 – makes petals
- Round 3: Switch to background color
- Work (dc, ch 2, dc) in each corner to square it off
Repeat to make all the squares needed.
🪡 Step 2: Join the Squares
- Arrange squares in 2 rows of 3 or 4 (front + back)
- Join using sl st or whip stitch
- Seam front and back panels together at sides and bottom
🧵 Step 3: Add Edging & Shape
- sc evenly around the top edge
- Add 2–3 rounds for structure
- Optional: add a decorative border like shell or picot stitch
👜 Step 4: Add Strap
Option 1: Crochet a strap
- Ch 80–100, work 3 rows of hdc or sc
- Sew to each side of the bag securely
Option 2: Use pre-made strap or rope
- Attach with D-rings, grommets, or knot through loops
✨ Optional Add-ons
- Fabric lining for durability
- Snap button or magnetic closure
- Extra flower appliqués or tassels
- Add a small inner pocket (crocheted or sewn)
✅ 5. Conclusion
Your Crochet Floral Tote Bag is done — bright, beautiful, and completely handmade! 🌸👜
Perfect for carrying books, groceries, or even your next crochet project.
Pattern and tutorial by Chenda DIY