Free Bag Patterns
Purses, totes, and shoulder bags--we have all the free bag patterns you need for an everyday tote or a stylish accessory!
Crafty Tote [1]
Do you love the look of a patchwork tote but don’t want to take the time to piece one? Use a preprinted panel instead! This tote is a terrific take-along to a sewing retreat or knitting get-together.
Tropical Traveller [4]
Combine tropical prints for a vacation bag that easily stores travel essentials.
3-Hour Totes [7]
Combine precut fabrics into strip sets and fashion a tote in a flash.
Back & Forth [10]
The only trouble you’ll have with this fun-to-sew, reversible, tie-closure bag is deciding which way to wear it.
Mini Log Cabin Bag [13]
You can create this scrappy Log Cabin tote from 5” squares in a weekend’s time!
Market-Fresh Tote [16]
Combine fat quarters to make a functional and stylish market bag.
Pick-a-Pocket Purse [19]
This simple bag cleverly incorporates six outer pockets for everyday necessities. The sew-simple trick is that the pockets are formed when the straps are sewn on the bag pieces.
Take-Along Duo [22]
Use double-face prequilted fabric to make two bags, which give you the option of carrying a lot or just a little.
Color Block Totes [25]
Start with an ombré fabric to make this quick-and-easy tote bag.
Boxed Bag Corners [28]
Ever wondered how to make a bag stand up on its own? The secret is boxed bag corners!
See the video here [29].
Strip Ease [31]
Sew and flip fabric strips to a muslin foundation for an eclectic bag with a decidedly feminine flair.
Sew & Stow [34]
With no batting, these small shopping totes are easy to roll up and go.
Market Bag [37]
This easy-to-sew tote makes shopping even more fun. Change fabrics for a seasonal look, or choose prints in colors to showcase team spirit.
Hold-Everything Bag [40]
The secret to this striking but simple bag is the fabric choice—an eye-popping print for the body complements a colorful small-scale print for the border.
Quick-Change Purse [43]
A smart bag with a removable contents pouch makes switching bags as simple as changing outfits.
Log Cabin Tote Bag [46]
Scrappy strips make two mirror-image Log Cabin blocks on each side of this bag.
Bags, Pillows, and Pincushions [49]
Quilters who finish more make more. And for quilters who love to decorate their homes, these small projects fill that desire perfectly. This magazine features an array of 20+ new and favorite patterns. The hardest part will be deciding which one to make first!
Sunny Beach Tote [52]
This sturdy tote is great for carrying to the beach or out for a day of shopping. The traditional Cathedral Window pattern with a modern twist showcases a contrasting fabric in the “window."
Grab Bags [55]
These bags are so stylish and quick to assemble, you’ll want to make them in all your favorite fabric lines.
Stylish Backpack [58]
This bag has great details—an exterior pocket, drawstring closure, and adjustable straps—that add style and function.
Striking Stripes Purse [61]
Add some pizzazz to your wardrobe with a trendy bright purse composed of a multicolor stripe that stands out against a black-and-white print binding. The fabric-covered button and adjustable strap make the purse both stylish and functional.
Lazy Days Tote [64]
Four-Patch blocks and triangle-squares team up to make up this fun quilted tote.
Afternoon Totes [67]
These strippy totes are simple enough to make in one afternoon. Whip up a bunch for your family and friends for the holidays or make multiples to match your different outfits.
Peekaboo Chevron Tote [70]
Display one of the hottest trends—chevrons— with a little sneak peek of the print in a pleat. Classic black-and-tan prints combine beautifully for an elegant bag with a little spunk.
Bright Chevron Bag [73]
Grab two of your two favorite fabrics to make a fabulous summer bag.
Floral Strips Bag [76]
Sew fabric strips to a muslin foundation to create a simple, yet stylish bag.
Pieced Polka Dot Pouch [79]
Piece a variety of polka dot fabrics into a patchwork pouch.
Easiest Tote Bag [82]
Make this stylish tote bag using easy techniques.
Pieced Sewing Wristlet [85]
Create a patchwork pouch that showcases a 2"-wide fussy-cut strip and a gingham ribbon handle.
Reversible Purse [88]
Sew a reversible handbag using bright, graphic fabrics.
Kid's Carryall [91]
Stitch up a take-along bag that’s the perfect size for a day full of fun.
Sew Easy Purse [94]
All it takes to make this fun and easy bag is two fat quarters for the body and two fat quarters for the lining.
Reusable Market Bag [97]
Start this in the morning, and by afternoon you’ll have a cloth tote for the farmer’s market or grocery store.
Messenger Bag [100]
Whip up a trendy paisley print shoulder bag in a snap for carrying work or taking essentials on a spur-of-the-moment trip.
Canvas Tote Bag [103]
For a durable and stylish tote, pair cotton canvas with a classic black print.
Handmade Backpack [106]
Make a great back-to-school gift: Sew a handmade tote bag using fun fabrics and a bit of rope. Stitch a bunch of these small backpacks to complement a special outfit or to celebrate school colors.
Reinforced Bag Handles [109]
Add a retail detail to your next bag project by reinforcing the handles. It's a simple way to add durability to your finished project.
See this video here [110].
Sew Simple Purse [112]
Try an easy purse project that uses only two pieces of fabric in sassy prints!
Cinch It Tote Bag [115]
Pull-up straps and a roomy interior make for an easy-to-piece tote bag.
Patchwork and Prairie Points Bag [118]
This simple open-top patchwork bag cleverly incorporates a deep outer pocket and fabric-covered buttons.
Market Bags [121]
Market bags in two sizes are perfect for a trip to the store or just a quick errand! Make them in your favorite fabrics for standout shopping style.
Zip It! [124]
Sew a few seams and insert a zipper (we’ll show you how) to make each of these cute pouches in very little time.
Rickrack Mini Purse [127]
Use a small bit of yardage, a fat eighth, and a fat quarter to create a mini purse. Fabric strips and a piece of jumbo rickrack embellish the small bag.
Scrappy Strips Bag [130]
You don’t need color to stand out. Make a scrappy bag using black-and-white prints, dots, and stripes. Tear fabric strips to create texture on this quick-to-assemble bag.
Swing Bags [133]
The Swing Bag is so simple to sew, you can make them by the armload. Change the fabric, straps, and embellishments and you can change the look.
Shore Thing [136]
Stitch up a knockout tote that’s sturdy, roomy, and just plain adorable.
Quilted Tote Bag [139]
Fashion and function combine in a rugged bag composed of fun, funky fabrics. Pockets outside and in allow easy access to keys, phone, and other small items.
Mini Messenger Bag [142]
Use bits and pieces of favorite fabrics and trims to personalize the flap on your mini messenger bag. It's a great size for quick weekend errands with just enough room for keys, phone, and a small wallet.
Easy, Breezy Tote [145]
Make this roomy tote bag, perfect for running errands or packing for a day at the park, with a multicolor stripe and whimsical coordinates.
Large Patchwork Bag [148]
Sew up a spacious bag that has plenty of room inside -- including two pockets -- to hold keys, a notebook, a cell phone, a planner, and anything you need for an all-day outing.
Patchwork Strips Tote Bag [151]
Make an easy tote even easier by choosing a great focal print and using precut 2-1/2"-wide strips for the remainder of the bag. Use rickrack, eyelets, and a button for a polished patchwork tote.
Trim It Tote [154]
Pick a great base fabric, such as this black-and-white print, then add ribbons, appliqués, and other trims to personalize your version of this bag.
Paisley & Print Patchwork Bag [157]
For this stylish, roomy bag choose small- and medium-scale prints for the front and back and a playful stripe for the sides. Two pockets inside give you easy access to your keys and cell phone.