Easy to Crochet Daisy Bag – A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Looking for a fresh, cheerful crochet project that’s perfect for sunny days? The crochet daisy bag is your new go-to. With its cute floral motif and easy construction, this project combines fashion with fun — whether you’re heading to the farmer’s market, beach, or brunch.

This tutorial breaks down the easy crochet daisy bag step-by-step so that even beginners can follow along. Let’s bring some handmade sunshine into your wardrobe!

🧵 MATERIALS YOU’LL NEED

Yarn:
- Worsted weight (Category 4) cotton or acrylic in 2–3 colors:
  - White (for petals)
  - Yellow (for daisy centers)
  - Any color for bag squares and straps (e.g., green, beige, or pastel tones)
Crochet hook: 4.0 mm (G-6) or size suitable for your yarn
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch markers (optional)
Lining fabric and sewing needle/thread (optional)

✨ BASIC SKILLS NEEDED

You don’t need advanced skills — just these crochet basics:

Magic ring
Slip stitch (sl st)
Chain (ch)
Single crochet (sc)
Double crochet (dc)
Working in rounds
Joining granny squares

🌼 STEP 1: CROCHET THE DAISY GRANNY SQUARES

The bag is made from daisy granny squares, each with a floral center and square border. You’ll need 13–18 squares depending on the bag size.

🧶 Round 1: Daisy Center

With yellow yarn, make a magic ring.
Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), make 12 dc into the ring.
Join with sl st to first dc.
Fasten off and switch to white.

🌼 Round 2: Petals

Attach white yarn to any dc.
Ch 2, 2 dc in same stitch, ch 2, sl st in next stitch — this forms one petal.
Repeat from * to * around to make 6 petals (adjust spacing if needed).
Join with sl st. Fasten off.

🟩 Round 3: Turn into a Square

Attach your main color (e.g., green or tan) between any petals.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same space, ch 1.
In next space between petals: 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc (corner), ch 1
Repeat until you have 4 corners and 4 sides.
Sl st to join. Fasten off.

👉 You can expand each square with more rounds to make it larger.

🧵 STEP 2: MAKE ENOUGH SQUARES

For a small tote:

Front: 3 squares across × 2 squares tall = 6 squares
Back: same as front = 6 squares
Bottom panel: 1 row of 3 squares
Sides (optional): 1 square per side

🎯 Total: 13–18 squares depending on style

✂️ STEP 3: JOIN THE SQUARES

Option 1: Slip Stitch Join (Flat & Easy)

Place two squares with right sides facing up.
Join yarn at corner, slip stitch through both squares across edge.
Repeat until all squares are connected.

Option 2: Whip Stitch (Invisible Seam)

Hold squares together (right sides in), and stitch through both loops with yarn needle.

Build your bag shape by joining:

Front and back panels
Bottom row to both panels
Side squares to the edges (optional)

🪡 STEP 4: ADD A LINING (Optional)

To make your bag stronger and prevent stretching:

Cut fabric to the shape of your bag.
Sew sides together.
Insert lining into bag and stitch along top edge.

🧶 STEP 5: MAKE THE STRAPS

Option 1: Flat Crochet Strap

Ch 80–100 (or your desired length).
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each across.
Row 2–4: Ch 1, sc across for a flat, sturdy strap.
Sew each end securely to the inside of the bag.

Option 2: Braided or Rope Strap

Make 3 long chains and braid them, or twist 2 strands together.
Attach to bag corners with strong stitching.

🧼 CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Hand wash gently or machine wash in a delicate bag
Lay flat to dry
Avoid heavy stretching, especially if unlined

🎨 CUSTOMIZATION IDEAS

🌸 Use different flower colors for a rainbow effect
🧵 Add a zipper or button closure
✨ Sew on beads or appliqués
🎀 Add fringe or tassels to the bottom

Video tutorial:

💬 FINAL THOUGHTS

The crochet daisy bag is the perfect blend of beginner-friendly construction and high-impact style. Whether you’re making it as a cute accessory or a thoughtful gift, this project is sure to bring sunshine to your day.

Once you’ve made one, you’ll want to make them in all colors — so go ahead and bloom with creativity!