This granny square tote bag crochet pattern turns just 3 classic squares into a gorgeous boho-style bag — beginner friendly, cotton yarn, and a full 7-part video tutorial series included. The Easy Boho Granny Tote is made from just three classic granny squares, folded on the diagonal and seamed together. No complicated shaping, no special stitches, and a full video series on YouTube so you’re never stuck.
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This bag is made with Sugar n’ Cream 100% Cotton Yarn — worsted weight #4, which gives it a sturdy, washable finish that holds its shape beautifully. Here’s everything you need before you start:
- Yarn: Sugar n’ Cream 100% Cotton, Worsted Weight #4 — MC (Ivory): approx. 2 balls (380 yds) · CC1–CC5 (Yellow, Coral Rose, Jade Mist, Cornflower, Seabreeze): approx. 25 yds each
- Hook: 4.5mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle: tapestry needle
- Scissors: scissors
- Stitch markers: stitch markers
- Measuring tape
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Skill level: Beginner | Finished size: Approx. 13″ wide × 10″ tall | Squares needed: 3
About This Pattern
The construction is what makes this bag so clever. You make three identical granny squares, fold each one on the diagonal to form a triangle, then seam them together into a W-shape that becomes a beautiful boho-style tote. The folded corners create the bag’s depth automatically — no separate base or gusset needed. Once the seams are done, a simple 2dc, ch3, 2dc handle joins the top corners together, and a single crochet edging along all remaining open edges finishes the bag cleanly.
The PDF pattern includes full written round-by-round instructions for the granny square, a color sequence chart, a step-by-step assembly diagram, and links to all seven tutorial videos.
Watch the Full Video Tutorial Series
This pattern has a complete 7-part YouTube Shorts tutorial series — one video per step so you can follow along at your own pace and rewatch any technique as many times as you need. Watch them all in the playlist, or jump to any individual video below.
Video 1 — Intro & Set Up
Video 2 — Seam Orientation
Video 3 — Flat Slip Stitch Seam
Video 4 — Timelapse Assembly
Video 5 — Completed Seam & Handle Set Up
Video 6 — Handle Tutorial
Video 7 — Finished! Edging & Reveal
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The Easy Boho Granny Tote PDF pattern is available now in my Etsy shop — a 9-page PDF with full written round-by-round instructions, the color sequence chart, the assembly diagram, and links to all seven videos. Everything you need to go from yarn to finished bag.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many granny squares does this tote bag take?
Just three. You crochet three identical granny squares, fold each one on the diagonal into a triangle, and seam them together into a W-shape. The folded corners form the bag’s depth automatically, so there’s no separate base or gusset to make.
What size is the finished granny square tote bag?
Approximately 13 inches wide by 10 inches tall, worked in worsted-weight (#4) cotton with a 4.5 mm hook.
What yarn is best for a crochet tote bag?
A sturdy, washable cotton such as Sugar ’n Cream 100% Cotton in worsted weight (#4), which holds its shape and stands up to everyday use. For this bag you’ll need about 2 balls (~380 yards) in your main color, plus roughly 25 yards each of up to five accent colors.
Is this pattern suitable for beginners?
Yes — it’s rated beginner-friendly. There’s no complicated shaping and no special stitches: just the classic granny square, simple seaming, an easy handle (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc), and a single-crochet edging. A free 7-part video tutorial series walks you through every step.
How is the bag assembled without crocheting a separate base?
Each of the three squares is folded on the diagonal and seamed into a W-shape. The folded corners create the bag’s depth on their own, so you never make a separate base or gusset. A simple handle joins the top corners and a round of single crochet finishes all the open edges.
Where can I get the full written pattern?
The complete PDF — with round-by-round written instructions, a color-sequence chart, a step-by-step assembly diagram, and links to all seven tutorial videos — is available on Etsy and Ravelry.