Sew the Perfect Bag! 35 FREE & Easy Bag Sewing Patterns

Big Tote Bag from a Quilt

Do you have an extra patchwork quilt laying around? Maybe you found a great quilt at a thrift store. Here’s a super easy, super fun way to turn that extra quilt into a big beautiful quilted bag!

Easy Rope Handled Tote

This cute bag is easy to sew, and using rope for the handles helps save time. This really is a useful tote bag. My friend uses hers to carry piano music and toys to church.

Sashiko Scrap Bag

Sashiko is a Japanese sewing technique that is both resourceful, and beautifully artistic. Sew a totally unique tote each time you make it! Use the free sewing pattern from SewingWithScraps.com to get a taste for the art of Sashiko while using up any kind of scraps you have on hand.

Color Blocked Tote

The big color blocked tote bag has all the features of a high end bag: an inset zipper, interior pockets, riveted straps, and pretty lining. But it’s easy to sew! I would love to see your version of the free bag sewing pattern on Instagram @sewcanshe.

Basket Tote

Beautiful fabric never had a better match than my Basket Tote. A reader favorite, this free bag sewing pattern makes a large purse or tote with pockets on the inside. It’s a comfortable shape, and perfect size.

Super Easy Big Bag

The DIY Big Beautiful Bag sewing pattern is a classic quilted tote bag. It is so fast and easy to sew, you won’t believe it. If you use a floral or butterfly print, people will think you splurged on the latest Vera Bradley Bag!

Flying Geese Tote

This is a big sturdy tote bag that’s perfect for taking to the beach, yoga class, or the grocery store. The Flying Geese Tote has pockets on the inside and lots of room too.

Easy DIY Tote

This big bag tutorial is great for repurposing materials. Orange Bettie was inspired by an inexpensive IKEA rug, and look what happened! Follow her easy tutorial and sew a unique tote for yourself.

Easy Duffle Bag

You (yes you!) can sew a beautiful duffle bag! This free sewing pattern uses cotton fabric and foam stabilizer to make a designer-style duffle bag that you will love. The zipper opens nice and wide so you can easily pack and find everything you need.

If you want a whole set, check out my other boxy bag sewing patterns! There is a purse size and a smaller pouch size.

Summer Flip Flop Tote

This handy tote pattern includes a free flip flop applique file. I hope you love carrying all your things in this bag. Tag me on Instagram @sewcanshe and show me what applique or embroidery you used.

Japanese Style Square Bag

I just took this big bag to a quilt retreat; it held my snacks! This big bag is so fast and easy to make, you won’t believe it. The soft shoulder bag has a unique shape and plenty of room inside for everything you want to tote. Learn how to make a Japanese-style square bag.

Fish Shaped Beach Bag

This Fish Shaped Beach Bag has optional mesh at the bottom to let the sand fall out. It’s a great bag for a mixture of big, oddly shaped beach toys and everything else you want to have handy. Here in Florida it make a great bag for fins and snorkels!

Tote With Many Pockets

Love pockets? This tote has the most! The Tote with Many Pockets is just the right size, plus you can carry items you want to keep organized and grab quickly in the 6 (can you believe it?) exterior pockets.

Strappy Big Tote Bag With Pockets

This fabulous bag with big exterior pockets has easy leather straps, but if you want to use all cotton – I have a tutorial for cotton bag straps too.

Tea Towel Origami Bag

Have you ever tried an origami bag? How about making one from tea towels which have a finished edge to start with? You will love how easily this bag finishes using the free pattern from Orange Bettie.

Cinch It Tote Bag

Pull-up straps make this free bag sewing pattern a cinch to piece. The roomy interior makes it perfectly irresistible. The finished size is: 17-1/2″x18-3/4″x4″.

• Used with permission from American Patchwork & Quilting® magazine.

Laptop Bag

Sew a bag for your computer and enjoy ever moment. The free bag sewing pattern from CrazyLittleProjects.com is sure to make your day!

Bonus: Here is a tutorial to sew a laptop pocket into any tote.

Sew Easy Big Bag with a Zipper!

I had so many requests from readers asking me to make a Sew Easy Big Tote Bag with a Zipper, that I had to comply. So many of you have made this already, and I’m so pleased that you have been able to sell them at market!

Speedy Patchwork Tote

Quick patchwork and a bag with classic styling are what this Speedy Patchwork Tote is about. You can make it in any different size. My free tutorial shares how to make 3 specific sizes: large, medium, and small.

Quilt-As-You-Go Log Cabin Tote

Did you know that the quilt-as-you-go technique can be sewn on bags too? Try it with this Mod Log Cabin Tote Pattern. You will find that foam stabilizer really helps make a nice structure.

Hold Anything Tote

Sew a stylish tote that can be used to hold project supplies, groceries, toys, and more. This bag finishes at: 16″×14″×4″ for a “Hold Anything” size.

• Used with permission from American Patchwork & Quilting® magazine.

Frou Frou Bag with Ruffles

This sweet diaper bag holds everything you need for a stress-free trip to church or the store. Enjoy the free Frou Frou Bag sewing pattern.

Patchwork Strips Tote

It’s always a perfect time to get out those scraps and put them together for a surprisingly brilliant tote. That’s just what you’ll get using the free sewing pattern for the Patchwork Strips Tote Bag.

• Used with permission from American Patchwork & Quilting® magazine.

Big Fabric and Vinyl Tote Bag

Cotton and vinyl together make a beautiful see-through bag that’s great for travel, stadiums, and holding craft supplies. The free pattern includes useful tips for sewing with vinyl.

Fabulous Flannel Tote

Sew this flannel bag for any occasion. The vinyl handles and sides are a soft touch that adds a unique interest. It is a perfect bag for everything, and also makes a beautiful, thoughtful gift.

Craft Project Bag

I love bags, and pockets, and bags with pockets. This bag has both and even closes easily to keep your project clean and together. It’s pretty enough to gift or just show off. Use the free bag sewing pattern and make a few today.

Shopping Bag with Easy Rope Handles

Check out this shopping tote pattern for a roomy, beautiful bag! Make a few extra for your friends. I know you will find many uses for it.

Convertible Diaper Bag/Tote

You will love how big this bag is and how easy it is to strap it to a stroller. Fit all the things with the free big bag sewing pattern from MoreLikeHome.net.

One Yard Hobo Bag

This Japanese-inspired bag only uses one yard of fabric. I really think you’ll love how easily the shape comes together.

Catnap Cargo Duffle

This fantastic quilted duffle has a fabric accent on the bottom and sides. The cargo pockets are convenient and so pretty, and you’ll appreciate the tips and tricks included in the tutorial from Noodle-Head.com.

Japanese-Style Drawstring Bag With Handles and Pockets

You don’t have to use Japanese fabrics on my Japanese Knock Off Bag – your favorite scraps will do. This gorgeous patchwork bag is reversible so the pockets can be on the inside or the outside. Use a drawstring to cinch it up, or not!

Perfect First Tote

Even though this bag looks professionally crafted, it’s designed for beginners! No matter your skill level you will be able to make this fabulous tote using the free pattern from The Folk Art Factory.

Quilt-As-You-Go Big Bag

Have you fallen in love with Quilt as You Go yet? It’s a fun technique for quilts, of course, but I’m having lots of fun using it for tote bags too. Learn how to make a beautiful big bag with QAYG and optional pom poms!