Free Crochet Circle Bag Pattern – Simple Purse Project

Create your own stylish and roomy accessory with this free crochet circle bag pattern, featuring easy steps to craft a trendy and practical everyday bag.

Crochet projects always bring a special kind of joy, especially when you end up with something both stylish and useful. Recently, I tried making a lovely free crochet circle bag pattern that quickly became my favorite go-to accessory. This project creates a small, round bag that’s perfect for carrying your essentials or adding a charming touch to any outfit. Whether you’re looking for a casual everyday bag or a unique handmade gift, this circle crochet bag fits the bill perfectly.

Quick & Easy Free Crochet Circle Bag Pattern

The beauty of this crochet circle bag lies in its simple yet eye-catching design. Its round shape feels fresh and modern, making it stand out from typical bag styles. The texture created by the stitches gives it a soft but sturdy feel, just right for holding your phone, keys, or wallet.

The bag often features a tight stitch pattern, giving it structure while keeping things lightweight. Some versions include fun details like a drawstring closure, fringe edges, or an easy-to-carry handle, which add personality and style. Overall, this little bag is both cute and practical, making it a perfect accessory for daily life or special outings.

This project is great for beginners and those with a bit of crochet experience. The main stitch used is usually the single crochet, which is easy to learn and creates a durable fabric. Working in the round to make the circle shape is a nice way to practice your skills without getting overwhelmed.

Because it’s a small project, you can finish it quickly and feel proud of your lovely handmade bag. Plus, the free crochet circle bag pattern offers lots of room for customizing colors and accents to match your style.

This crochet circle bag makes a wonderful handmade gift or a charming collectible piece to add to your wardrobe. It’s both decorative and wearable, letting you carry a piece of your creativity wherever you go. If you want a fun, fast, and beautiful project that helps build your skills and wardrobe, this circle bag is a great choice for you.

One-Skein Round Crochet Bag Pattern

In this project, you will learn to crochet a beautiful round sling bag using a single skein of yarn. This step-by-step pattern is designed to guide you through every detail, making it suitable for all crocheters who wish to create a stylish accessory that is both functional and attractive.

Quick Overview Of Pattern

Bag is crocheted in the round, forming two circles (front and back), joined to create the body.
Each circle is made with simple increases and a decorative motif edge.
The bag body is created to give side depth.
The bag is finished with a strap worked with double threads for strength and an adjustable knot.
Bag closes with a button for security and style.

Notes

Pattern uses US crochet terms.
Bag is made with one skein of D 30 Polithick yarn (or similar).
Work should be firm for shape and durability; recommend using two threads for the strap.
A lighter is used to heat-seal the synthetic yarn ends neatly.
Adjust hook size if your gauge is too loose or too tight.
Joining is done with a tapestry needle for a seamless appearance.

Skill Level

Adventurous Beginner / Intermediate
Ideal for those comfortable with magic ring, rounds, increases, cluster stitches, back post double crochet, and seaming.

Materials

1 skein D 30 Polithick yarn (or similar—approx. 100g)
Crochet hook size 6/0 (Japanese size; approx. 3.5–4 mm)
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Lighter (for sealing yarn ends)
1 button (to fit 3rd motif opening)

Measurements / Sizing

Bag diameter: Approx. 18–20 cm
Bag depth: Approx. 3–4 cm (adjustable by body width)
Strap length: Approx. 120 cm (adjustable)
**Fits phone, wallet, and essential items

Gauge

14 dc in a magic ring = round fits flat and smooth ≈ 7–8 cm diameter
Each motif should lay flat without curling.

Stitch Abbreviations

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
inc – increase (2 stitches in one space)
BPdc – back post double crochet

Special Stitches

Back Post Double Crochet (BPdc): Yarn over, insert your hook from back to front around the post of the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, finish as normal dc.

5-dc Shell: Work 5 dc into the same stitch or space.

The Crochet Pattern

1. FRONT FLAP (MOTIFED FRONT PANEL)

Round 1:

Make a magic ring.
Ch 2 (counts as first dc). Work 14 dc in ring. Pull tail tight to close.
Join to first dc with sl st. (14 dc)

Round 2:

Ch 2 (counts as first dc).
Work 2 dc in each st around (28 dc).
Join to first dc with sl st.

Round 3:

Ch 2, dc in next st, ch 1. Repeat from * to * around (28 dc, 28 ch-1 spaces).
Join with sl st to first dc.

Round 4:

Ch 2. In each ch-1 space, work 2 dc. (56 dc)
Join with sl st to first dc.

Round 5:

Ch 1. Sc in same st. Skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sc in next st.*
Repeat from * to * around (14 shell motifs).
Join with sl st to first sc.
Ch 1, leave 15–20 cm tail. Fasten off and seal with lighter if synthetic.

2. BACK PANEL

Repeat Rounds 1–4 as for front panel.

Round 5 (Bag Body/Side Depth):

Ch 1, turn (work flat to add body).
Sc in each of first 2 sts.
(Sc in next st, inc in next st [2 sc in one st]) x 19 times.
Total: (19 inc, 19 sc) = 28 + 19 = 47 sts.
(This section forms the bag side depth.)

Round 6:

Ch 2, turn.
Dc in next st, ch 1, skip 1 st; repeat 28 times in total (ends at end of row).
Turn.

Round 7:

Ch 1, turn.
Sc in first space.
In each space across, 2 sc. (28 x 2 = 56 sc)

Round 8:

Ch 1, turn.
Sc in same st, skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st (shell), skip 1 st, sc in next st.
Repeat for 14 shell motifs.
End with sc.

Round 9 (Edging for Structure):

Work 1 sc in each motif and space around the curve.
On dc rows, work 2 sc per dc row.
On sc rows, work 1 sc per sc row.
Place marker at start of round.
At motif side, work 1 sc, and in each large shell space (cavity), work 8 sc.

Side Seam:

Repeat the same for the other side to have matching body width.

3. SIDES & JOINING

Take both completed pieces. Continue with the tail and tapestry needle.
Sew together through the back loop of one panel and front loop of the other (for an invisible seam), working tightly edge to edge.
Continue around the sides and join flaps together in the same way (basting or whip stitch).
Pull firmly for a clean join.

4. BACK POST RIB (BAG OPENING)

At the edge, join yarn and ch 2.
Work 1 BPdc in each sc and motif (shell motifs get 5 BPdc).
Continue in round.
At marker, join with sl st.
Ch 1, leave tail, fasten off, seal.

5. BUTTON

Attach button to inside front center so it aligns with one motif “hole” on flap.

6. STRAP

Using two strands of yarn, ch to about 120 cm (or desired length).
Cut and seal ends.
Attach each strap end at the third row/cavity from bag top (mirror on both sides).
Tie adjustable secure knots as shown in video.

Assembly & Finished Size

Woven bag is approx. 18–20 cm in diameter; depth approx. 3–4 cm.
Strap is ~120 cm, adjustable.
Button secures in a motif opening.
Customizable and fits small essentials.

Conclusion and Ending Words

Your round crochet sling bag is complete! This one-skein project is a wonderful way to practice new stitches and create a fashionable accessory. Thank you for following along, may this project be useful and inspiring.

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