Granny Square Bag with Twelve Squares, Fabric Lining and a Zip

This granny square bag is built from twelve cotton squares in the palette you choose, joined by hand, then lined with fabric and closed with a zip. It measures about 28 cm wide and 26 cm deep. It is a shoulder bag for daily use rather than a decorative piece.

How to choose colours for a granny square bag

1. Pick a border shade. One colour runs around every square and holds the design together. Cream, black and deep green all work.
2. Pick the centres. Choose two or three shades for the middles. Mixed centres read as deliberate; mixed borders read as a mistake.
3. Tell us the lining. Plain cotton in a shade that matches the border is our default. Ask if you want a contrast.

Why a granny square bag lasts

A granny square bag carries its strength in the joins rather than in a single sheet of fabric. If a square takes a knock, the damage stops at that square. The lining takes the weight of what you put in, so the crochet keeps its shape instead of pulling long, and the zip stops the open top gaping when the bag is full.

Cotton is firmer than wool for this, so the squares stay flat and the pattern stays readable across the panel. The bag is comfortable at around three kilograms, which is a purse, a book and a bottle. There are larger cotton bags in our clothing and bags section if you need to carry more.

Granny square bag specification

Made to order and shipped worldwide

A granny square bag is made after you order and takes 5 to 10 working days, then it goes out tracked from Hanoi. Our shipping page explains the rest.

Care

Hand wash in cool water with a mild soap, with the zip closed. Press the water out with a towel, pull the bag square while it is damp and dry it flat away from direct sunlight. Do not hang it wet. There is more in our amigurumi care guide.

Questions people ask

Can I send a photo for the granny square bag colours?

Yes, and it helps. Daylight photographs give us a better reading than a screen colour. We confirm the shades with you before we start work.

Is the strap adjustable?

Not as standard, but we work it to any length you name. Tell us the drop you want measured from the top of your shoulder.

Does the lining have a pocket?

A flat pocket is included on the back panel of the lining. Ask if you would rather have two.

How do I stop it stretching?

Keep the load light, empty it when you get home, and never hang it up wet. Those three habits do nearly all the work.

If this is a present, there are more ideas in our list of crochet birthday gifts. You are welcome to message us on Facebook Messenger with a palette before you order.