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Free Bag Patterns

American Patchwork & Quilting Editors Updated March 03, 2022
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We have all the free bag patterns you need, including purses, totes, and shoulder bags! Browse more than 50 ideas for stylish accessories.

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Show-Off Bag

Show-Off Bag

Showcase a large-scale print on a roomy bag you can grab and go.

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Split Decisions Tote

Split Decisions Tote

Take your essentials on the go with a simple tote featuring a roomy exterior pocket.

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Simple Zippered Pouch

Simple Zippered Pouch

Customize a quick and easy pouch with your favorite fabrics.

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Crafty Tote

Free Bag Patterns

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.

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Sew & Stow

Sew & Stow

With no batting, these small shopping totes are easy to roll up and go.

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Hold Anything Tote

Hold Anything Tote

Sew a stylish tote that can used to hold projects, groceries, children's toys, and more.

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Linked Together

Linked Together

Go out in style with a matching bag and watchband.

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Color Block Totes

Color Block Totes

Start with an ombré fabric to make this quick-and-easy tote bag.

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Market-Fresh Tote

Market-Fresh Tote

Combine fat quarters to make a functional and stylish market bag.

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Tropical Traveller

Tropical Traveller

Combine tropical prints for a vacation bag that easily stores travel essentials.

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3-Hour Totes

3-Hour Totes

Combine precut fabrics into strip sets and fashion a tote in a flash.

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Pick-a-Pocket Purse

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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.

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Back & Forth

Back & Forth

The only trouble you'll have with this fun-to-sew, reversible, tie-closure bag is deciding which way to wear it.

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Spring to Life Tote

Spring to Life Tote

Personalize a purchased reusable carryall by machine-appliquéing whimsical shapes on one side.

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Market Bag

Market Bag

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.

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Mini Log Cabin Bag

Mini Log Cabin Bag

You can create this scrappy Log Cabin tote from 5" squares in a weekend's time!

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Stylish Backpack

Stylish Backpack

This bag has great details-an exterior pocket, drawstring closure, and adjustable straps-that add style and function.

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Hold-Everything Bag

Hold-Everything Bag

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.

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Log Cabin Tote Bag

Log Cabin Tote Bag

Scrappy strips make two mirror-image Log Cabin blocks on each side of this bag.

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Take-Along Duo

Take-Along Duo

Use double-face prequilted fabric to make two bags, which give you the option of carrying a lot or just a little.

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Quilt Block Tote

Quilt Block Tote

Upcycle a reusable cloth bag into a stylish tote! Piece, quilt, and bind a block to place over the bag's promotional logo.

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Strip Ease

Strip Ease

Sew and flip fabric strips to a muslin foundation for an eclectic bag with a decidedly feminine flair.

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Quick-Change Purse

Quick-Change Purse

A smart bag with a removable contents pouch makes switching bags as simple as changing outfits.

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Sunny Beach Tote

Sunny Beach Tote

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."

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Grab Bags

Grab Bags

These bags are so stylish and quick to assemble, you'll want to make them in all your favorite fabric lines.

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Striking Stripes Purse

Striking Stripes Purse

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.

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Lazy Days Tote

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Four-Patch blocks and triangle-squares team up to make up this fun quilted tote.

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Afternoon Totes

Afternoon Totes

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.

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Peekaboo Chevron Tote

Peekaboo Chevron Tote

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.

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Bright Chevron Bag

Bright Chevron Bag

Grab two of your two favorite fabrics to make a fabulous summer bag.

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Floral Strips Bag

Floral Strips Bag

Sew fabric strips to a muslin foundation to create a simple, yet stylish bag.

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Pieced Polka Dot Pouch

Pieced Polka Dot Pouch

Piece a variety of polka dot fabrics into a patchwork pouch.

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Pieced Sewing Wristlet

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Create a patchwork pouch that showcases a 2"-wide fussy-cut strip and a gingham ribbon handle.

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Reversible Purse

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Sew a reversible handbag using bright, graphic fabrics.

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Kid's Carryall

Kid's Carryall

Stitch up a take-along bag that's the perfect size for a day full of fun.

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Sew Easy Purse

Sew Easy Purse

All it takes to make this fun and easy bag is two fat quarters for the body and two fat quarters for the lining.

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Reusable Market Bag

Reusable Market Bag

Start this in the morning, and by afternoon you'll have a cloth tote for the farmer's market or grocery store.

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Messenger Bag

Messenger Bag

Whip up a trendy paisley print shoulder bag in a snap for carrying work or taking essentials on a spur-of-the-moment trip.

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Canvas Tote Bag

Canvas Tote Bag

For a durable and stylish tote, pair cotton canvas with a classic black print.

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Handmade Backpack

Handmade Backpack

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.

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Sew Simple Purse

Sew Simple Purse

Try an easy purse project that uses only two pieces of fabric in sassy prints!

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Cinch It Tote Bag

Cinch It Tote Bag

Pull-up straps and a roomy interior make for an easy-to-piece tote bag.

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Patchwork and Prairie Points Bag

Patchwork and Prairie Points Bag

This simple open-top patchwork bag cleverly incorporates a deep outer pocket and fabric-covered buttons.

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Zip It!

Zip It!

Sew a few seams and insert a zipper (we'll show you how) to make each of these cute pouches in very little time.

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Scrappy Strips Bag

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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.

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Swing Bags

Swing Bags

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.

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Shore Thing

Shore Thing

Stitch up a knockout tote that's sturdy, roomy, and just plain adorable.

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Quilted Tote Bag

Quilted Tote Bag

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.

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Easy, Breezy Tote

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Make this roomy tote bag, perfect for running errands or packing for a day at the park, with a multicolor stripe and whimsical coordinates.

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Large Patchwork Bag

Large Patchwork Bag

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.

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Patchwork Strips Tote Bag

Patchwork Strips Tote Bag

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.

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Trim It Tote

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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.

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Paisley & Print Patchwork Bag

Paisley & Print Patchwork Bag

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.

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    2 of 53 Split Decisions Tote
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    6 of 53 Hold Anything Tote
    7 of 53 Linked Together
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    10 of 53 Tropical Traveller
    11 of 53 3-Hour Totes
    12 of 53 Pick-a-Pocket Purse
    13 of 53 Back & Forth
    14 of 53 Spring to Life Tote
    15 of 53 Market Bag
    16 of 53 Mini Log Cabin Bag
    17 of 53 Stylish Backpack
    18 of 53 Hold-Everything Bag
    19 of 53 Log Cabin Tote Bag
    20 of 53 Take-Along Duo
    21 of 53 Quilt Block Tote
    22 of 53 Strip Ease
    23 of 53 Quick-Change Purse
    24 of 53 Sunny Beach Tote
    25 of 53 Grab Bags
    26 of 53 Striking Stripes Purse
    27 of 53 Lazy Days Tote
    28 of 53 Afternoon Totes
    29 of 53 Peekaboo Chevron Tote
    30 of 53 Bright Chevron Bag
    31 of 53 Floral Strips Bag
    32 of 53 Pieced Polka Dot Pouch
    33 of 53 Pieced Sewing Wristlet
    34 of 53 Reversible Purse
    35 of 53 Kid's Carryall
    36 of 53 Sew Easy Purse
    37 of 53 Reusable Market Bag
    38 of 53 Messenger Bag
    39 of 53 Canvas Tote Bag
    40 of 53 Handmade Backpack
    41 of 53 Sew Simple Purse
    42 of 53 Cinch It Tote Bag
    43 of 53 Patchwork and Prairie Points Bag
    44 of 53 Zip It!
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    48 of 53 Quilted Tote Bag
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