13 Free Tote Bag Patterns-Easy to Sew

If you haven't sewn leather yet, this project is the perfect beginner project.

Do note that you need a needle for the leather fabric to make sure neither your leather and machine has issues. 

This is such a beautiful bag that is perfect for going to the office, shopping, or out for lunch with friends.

 If leather makes you nervous to sew, take your time and follow the instructions, and you will undoubtedly do spectacularly. 

Unlike the other tote bag patterns, this free tutorial has exterior pockets to hold so many things securely, along with interior pockets for things you don't want to lose.  

Additionally, the bright colors add such a pop to this bag and the handles are the perfect length to throw it over a shoulder or carry items from your shopping trip. 

If you are tired of having a ton of plastic bags in your home, this market tote bag is the perfect bag for you.

I love how she did the sides of the bags a different color, along with the top edge.  

It has interior pockets for your wallet, sunglasses, and keys and plenty of room for all your groceries.

You could also line it with insul bright if you are needing a bag for cold items.  You could also use water-resistant fabric for cold grocery items. 

The tote bag pattern comes in 3 sizes, so pick the size that best fits your needs. You can't go wrong with any of the sizes. 

​The body pieces of this bag are quilted but also reversible. You could do contrasting colors and make one bag that has the look of 2 bags, depending on your outfit. 

You can download the tote bag pattern on her website with step-by-step instructions, and it's simply instructions to help you make it in a day.

If you host quilt retreats, this would be a fun project for your participants. 

The contrasting piping on the seamed edge is adorable. This would make a great everyday purse or giant beach bag.

It's a great way to show off your style while having a practical tote bag that goes with you everywhere. 

It's a great way to not lose your keys or change with the interior pockets. The perfect weekday or weekend bag. 

I don't know about you, but I love divided areas in my bag lining.

This tote bag fits that category to a tee. I love how the side seams come in just a little, giving the outside of the bag a great shape. 

I could see this DIY Tote bag being used as an everyday bag and you could make several and match outfits to your purse.

This would also make a great birthday or Christmas gift. A handmade gift is always so sweet and welcome.

It's dubbed the easiest tote ever. This pattern makes great bags. You can download this simple bag paper pattern towards the bottom of the post.

The great thing is it is perfect for using leftover fabric. It is a 1-hour tote pattern perfect for a market bag or shopping bag. 

Your imagination can go crazy with all your leftover fabric and make the most beautiful bag that is also practical. 

Isn't this the most adorable tote bag? You can make multiples using different fabric or use them as canvas bags.

Her blog post gives great instructions on how to make these bags, including how to line the bag body.

If you are thinking of making Christmas presents, these would make great gifts or if you are selling at a craft show, this would no doubt sell well. 

We love our tote bag. The free tote bag pattern shows you step-by-step how to create a tote bag which contrasting handle pieces.

It's a 1-hour bag sewing tutorial and can be lined or unlined. Perfect for taking to the office for all your important papers, lunch tote or heading to the thrift store to find treasures.

 This easy bag is a great option when it comes to tote bag patterns.

We love the patterns from Apple Green Cottage. This free tote bag pattern has a shoulder strap that is just the right size and is perfect for day trips or as fancy reusable grocery bags.  

The entire tote is beautiful. Add a top stitch to the top of the bag to finish it off, and you will have a tote bag you will use for many years to come.

If you love the look of a patchwork bag but don't want to pieces of the raw edges together, this basic tote bag tutorial is for you.

This cute bag uses a preprinted patchwork material with a step-by-step tutorial to make this perfect tote.

It is such an easy sewing project, but it looks much more complicated. It makes the perfect craft tote for all the small items you need when crafting.

This simple tote bag includes 2 sizes, including a large tote, and can be done with 1/2 yard of fabric or 2 bags with 1 yard of fabric. 

It includes a lining piece and zipper, but she does have instructions to do it without a zipper. 

Additionally, we also love that she teaches you how to do Japanese style fabric straps if you haven't done those before.  This gives it such a professional finish and is such a fun new skill to learn. 

We have 2 variations of our drawstring bag. One is using water-resistant fabric or cute fabric.

We made this one for a mom with a little girl that was looking for a great bag to hold water bottles. It has rope handles, making it easy to get on and off. 

The PDF pattern gives you detailed instructions for creating the bag.

It's a super easy project and the outer fabrics are so much fun. It makes for a great Farmer's market tote, and you could add pocket pieces to the wrong side to hold your keys or wallet.