Top 20 best free Tote Bag sewing patterns

The Ethel Tote Bag from Swoon Patterns is a darling to sew. It's quick and easy and ideal if you’ve sewn for a while but never made a bag before.  You can create something really eye-catching with this one.

A classic tote bag sewing pattern which makes an easy to sew, easy to use everyday tote bag purse, but also acts as the perfect base pattern for adding your own style and pattern variations such as pockets and zippers. This tote is great for trips to the beach, yoga, school, day trips, overnight stays, and more!

This bag is perfect for a trip to the beach, an afternoon at the pool, an evening at the gym, or any time you need a bag that’s going to stand up to a little rain, damp, splashes or mud.

We love this expanding bag design.  The sides have snaps that keep the bag neat and together when you don’t have too much to carry, but when the kids are with you, and you are off to swimming, the beach, or anywhere you need to carry more – then the sides open up to give you much more space.

The designer of the En Pointe Tote Bag made her bag the perfect size for your wallet, phone, and as she says all of the little odds and ends that you will pick up along your way.

This is the Triple Tone Tote Bag and we are sure you will agree with us when we say this is one of the most interesting tote bags that we have ever shared with you.

This is a simple project for a beginner sewer with the added bonus of being a stash buster! This cute little tote bags main use is as a reusable bag. You can carry all sorts of things in it whenever you need it. So pop it in your main bag or in your pocket where it will stay until needed.

This is a great simple starter Tote Bag pattern. Sew it as-is, or why not add in your own extras and options such as an adjustable shoulder strap, pockets, or a magnetic snap closure.

Here is a reusable eco-conscious shopping Tote Bag you can sew yourself and know that it’s going to be long-lasting and hard-wearing.  Oh, and it looks really good too.

Using straw fabric for the outside of this Tote Bag is a novel idea, and by adding outdoor upholstery for the lining this gives the bag some added body and weight. The beaded starfish added to the front is a great way of giving the bag a beach theme.

Here’s a really great looking two-tone medium-large Tote Bag that is perfect for the beginner sewist.

The Fabric Basket Tote bag is beautiful, easy, and fun to sew and is specifically aimed at beginner sewers!

If you want to make yourself a really good-sized beach tote bag then we have the perfect FREE pdf pattern and FREE tutorial here, just for you. This great looking bag is super practical and just great for taking all your stuff down to the beach in one journey.

If you need a simple Tote Bag that is strong, simple to sew and looks stylish then The Picnic Tote Bag is a fantastic example.

This awesome Tote Bag pattern really caught our eye with its bold fabrics and patchwork, but it would work equally as well in your favorite print or solid too. This simple design would be ideal to show off your favorite large scale fabrics too.

The Pelican Tote Bag is a simple shopping tote bag with a magnetic closure, that fits your every day on the go needs. If you like structured bags then you can make the Pelican Tote Bag with foam or else you can make a fold-able version to carry it in your bag

Why not show off those large personality prints in your stash with this straightforward Tote Bag. Simple lines mean the fabric does the hard work for you. A coordinating zip pouch with swivel hook and D ring completes the ensemble. 

Free step by step sewing pattern and tutorial from the Inspired Wren for how to make this sturdy and hard-wearing lined canvas tote bag.  We love this bag because of the way it’s constructed with the handles securely held within the base and sides of the bag, not just sewn into the top.

Here’s the Farmers Market Everyday Tote Bag where the lovely designer has provided us all with a free pattern and tutorial. With our environment and oceans under threat from plastic, it makes such good sense to sew strong reusable grocery bags that you can use over and over again.

It’s always great to have a Cross Body Tote Bag that you can easily sling over your back and carry hands free, but when you can easily convert it into a should bag as well, then it’s even better. This fabulous designer has designed the Convertible Cross Body Tote Bag and she has given us all the tutorial for FREE.

Alice is an easy-to-sew large tote bag featuring an exterior open pocket with magnetic snap, with a unique shape that lets a bit of contrasting fabric peek out of the bag. There is also a simple patch pocket inside and the straps are long enough for you to carry Alice over your shoulder.

This one is an absolute beautiful tote bag called the Simple Sturdy Tote Bag.

It is designed for beginners and has the following features:

It’s a simple project

It’s a project that can be completed in an afternoon

It’s the perfect size for a Tote Bag, large enough to haul lots of stuff, but comfortable enough to carry around town

It’s a perfect project for making multiples as gifts