These easy-to-make bags and totes are great projects for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

Knit a yoga mat bag
This lace-knit yoga mat bag will keep your yoga mat stowed at a fraction of the cost of a bought bag. They also make great gifts for the hard-to-shop-for.

Cute crocheted tote bag
Use this crocheted tote bag as a catch-all for your crochet supplies, or as a stylish everyday bag.

Crocheted eco-friendly carryall
Fun and fast to crochet, this reusable cotton bag scrunches up to fit into a pocket, then stretches wide when it's packed with groceries and produce.

Easy-to-crochet striped bag
This colourful, quick-to-make project is perfect for beginners.

Plastic bag craft: Two crocheted tote bags
Make good use of leftover plastic shopping and grocery bags with these quick-to-crochet tote bags.

Crocheted cotton tote
This super-simple tote is a perfect crochet project for beginners.

Easy-to-knit pencil case
Make this easy knit pencil case and you'll have one less item on your school supply shopping list.

Sew a stylish metallic handbag
This on-trend bag is quick to sew from practical vinyl.

Sew a simple and stylish tote bag
A book bag, a knitting tote, a gym carryall, a catch-all for the car -- the possibilities are endless with this easy pattern.