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42 Stylish DIY Tote Bag Patterns

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42 Stylish DIY Tote Bag Patterns | Coolcrafts.com

Why spends tons of money on totes and purses when you can make your own at home easily and for a fraction of the cost? From fashionable to functional, there’s something for everyone in this round-up of 42 Stylish DIY Tote Bags.

Arm candy that’s guaranteed to make a statement and have everyone talking!

No-Sew Upcycled Shirt Tote Bag

No sewing machine required for this No-Sew Upcycled Shirt Tote Bag! Just an old shirt is all you need to make this fun tote.

Pom Pom Patterned Tote

Who doesn’t need a fluffy, puffy Pom Pom Patterned Tote with one pound of pom poms?

Beach Tote

This Beach Tote from Dans Le Lakehouse comes with a polka dot lining, zipper closure and pom pom trim. Perfect for the beach or a summer day.

Go Girl!" Tote

Need extra motivation? A DIY “Go Girl!” Tote from The Pretty Life Girls will give you motivation and something for everyone to talk about.

DIY Unicorn Tote Bag

Unicorn is the new black! Express your unicorn-ness with this cool, scalloped bottom DIY Unicorn Tote Bag from Damask Love.

DIY Road Trip Activity Totes

Get summer ready with these take with you anywhere DIY Road Trip Activity Totes. Another fabulous creation by The Pretty Life Girls!

DIY Vegetable Tote

Decorate your own DIY Vegetable Tote from Curbly and head to the farmer’s market in style. Everyone will be asking where you got your tote.

DIY Iron-On Tote

Download a free printable and make this easy DIY Iron-On Tote from Idle Hands Awake. Perfect for the crafty person!

DIY Market Tote Bag

Get a free crochet pattern to make this DIY Market Tote Bag from Rescued Paw Design. A great tote for carrying groceries, books, beach gear and so much more!

DIY stencil on fabric

Learn how to DIY stencil on fabric using acrylic paints by altering and personalizing your favorite tote in this step by step tutorial from Smiling Colors.

DIY Jeweled Tote

Round up all your rhinestones and make yourself bling-ed out DIY Jeweled Tote. An easy staple every girl deserves to add to her fashion collection from Damask Love.

DIY Quote Tote Bag

Stamp a tote with your favorite quote from A Beautiful Mess for an inspiring DIY Quote Tote Bag that’s sure to strike up a conversation.

DIY Pineapple Pop Art Inspired Tote Bag

Love pop art? This tutorial from Dream Green DIY will inspire you to make your own DIY Pineapple Pop Art Inspired Tote Bag using paint and a free printable stencil.

DIY Tassel Tote

Elevate a basic straw with with ombre pink tassels transforming it into a fun and whimsical DIY Tassel Tote from The Blondielocks.

DIY Donut Tote Bag

Make everyone drool with this delicious DIY Donut Tote Bag. Iron ons and a little bit of paint are all you need to get your hands on this “sweet” tote from Damask Love!

DIY Inspired Chevron Tote Bag

Created from fabric this DIY Inspired Chevron Tote Bag is one of the most beautiful designs from Fabric Paper Glue. The pop of gold metallic makes it extra fabulous!

Pleather Summer Tote

Get a free PDF sewing pattern from Nap Time Creations to make this adorable Pleather Summer Tote. Just the right size for daily use!

DIY Leather Tote

Why spend hundreds of dollars on a tote when you can make your own DIY Leather Tote with a stylish tassel and internal pocket from Boxwood Avenue.

Kimmy Schmidt Inspired Tote Bag

Whip up a Kimmy Schmidt Inspired Tote bag boasting your favorite line from the show quickly and affordably with this DIY from Adventures In Fashion!

DIY Burlap & Fabric Tote

This DIY Burlap & Fabric Tote from Blitsy is the perfect size to tote around craft supplies, or even lunch!

DIY Leather Bucket Bag

This simple square bottom tote from All Wrapped Up turned DIY Leather Bucket Bag is perfect for a busy girl on the go.

Hollywood Walk of Fame Swag Bag

This glitzy Hollywood Walk of Fame Swag Bag from Hey Let’s Make Stuff is the perfect party favor for an Oscar party! Fill with all sorts of fun goodies for your guests and make them feel like a star!

DIY Chalkboard Grocery Tote

Easy and convenient way to not forget your grocery list with this DIY Chalkboard Grocery Tote from Minted Strawberry.

3-Fabric, 10-Step Tote

Show off your stash fabrics with this 3-Fabric, 10-Step Tote! Sew three fabrics, in ten steps, for one lined tote bag with zero bottom seam using this clever tutorial from The Inspired Wren.

DIY String Bag

Turn an old shopper into a DIY String Bag with no sewing in this full tutorial from Monsters Circus.

Hand Painted Tote Bags

Design and paint your own Hand Painted Tote Bags, perfect for gifts or weddings with free printable stencils from Really Pretty Useful.

Zipper Crossbody Tote

Learn how to sew a Zipper Crossbody Tote with cute pockets and trims from Sew Mccool. Perfect for anyone who’s busy on the go!

DIY Beach Tote

Create a vintage inspired DIY Beach Tote with this simple and fun tutorial from Trinkets In Bloom!

DIY No Sew Market Tote

Turn a white t-shirt into a cute and colorful DIY No Sew Market Tote using tie dyes as paint from I Love To Create.

DIY Bingo Tote

Make this useful tote as a gift for the DIY Bingo Tote for the bingo lover in your life. Another fun creation from Minted Strawberry!

Oh Kale Yeah

This “Oh Kale Yeah” tote from Happiness Is Creating is adorable even if you don’t like kale!

DIY Artsy Mini Tote

Display your favorite work of art on your own DIY Artsy Mini Tote using transfer paper. A clever idea from Eat Sleep Make!

DIY Two-Toned Fabric Tote

Make a fabulous DIY Two-Toned Fabric Tote from Make-It Love It. It makes a great diaper bag, beach bag, church bag or gift for a friend!

DIY Tote Bag

This DIY Tote Bag from Haberdashery is perfect for jet setting and will have everyone guessing where you’ve been and where you’re going!

DIY Tote Bag Using Cloth Napkins

This DIY Tote Bag Using Cloth Napkins from Place Of My Taste could be your new accessory in a matter of minutes!

Easy DIY Yarn Tassle Tote

Simple yarn tassels turn a plain tote into something truly hipster-worthy! Get this Easy DIY Yarn Tassle Tote from Damask Love!

DIY No-Sew Tote Bag

Learn how to make a DIY No-Sew Tote Bag from Jamie Sanders. All you need is a cute t-shirt and a pair of scissors. Recycling at it’s best!

Kate Spade inspired Heart Tote Look

Recreate this Kate Spade inspired Heart Tote Look yourself by grabbing the free pattern and tutorial from Riva la Diva!

DIY Four Step Leather Tote

This DIY Four Step Leather Tote is the perfect arm candy. Get the free pattern from Delia Creates!

DIY Cargo Pocket Tote

Make a DIY Cargo Pocket Tote with this step-by-step tutorial and update your plain canvas bag from Radiant Home Studio!

DIY Sweet Treat Tote

Shout out your love for popsicles and staying cool with this yummy DIY Sweet Treat Tote from Dream A Little Bigger!

Simple Leather Tote

How clever is this Simple Leather Tote repurposed from an old leather skirt (or any big piece of leather) from Kojo Designs?

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