Crochet Mesh Produce Bag Pattern (Free & Easy)

This crochet mesh produce bag is a small project with a big impact. It's light, stretchy and perfect for carrying fruit, vegetables or bread home from the market – no plastic needed.

It's a quick make (about two hours), so you can crochet a whole set in a weekend.

Why You'll Love This Produce Bag

Reusable and washable – better for the planet.
Stretches to fit a surprising amount.
Quick – one bag in an evening.
Great practice for working in the round.

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
magic ring – an adjustable loop you can pull closed.
loop – in this pattern, the ch-5 arches of the mesh.

Size

Finished bag: about 22 cm wide × 30 cm tall, before stretching.

Step 1: The Round Base

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), 11 dc in the ring. Pull the ring closed and join to the top of the ch-3. (12 dc)

Round 2: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch, 2 dc in each stitch around. Join. (24 dc)

Round 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in the next stitch, dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (36 dc)

Round 4: Ch 3, dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch, dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (48 dc)

Step 2: The Mesh

Round 5: Ch 5, skip 2 stitches, sc in the next stitch. Repeat from * around. (16 loops)

Round 6 and onward: Sl st into the first 3 chains of the first loop to reach its middle. Ch 5, sc in the middle of the next loop. Repeat from *. Don't join – keep going round and round in a spiral.

Move your stitch marker up every round. Continue until the bag measures about 30 cm tall.

Why a spiral? Working without joining makes the mesh look even, with no visible "seam" line.

Step 3: The Top and Drawstring

Top Round 1: Work 3 sc in each loop around. (48 sc)

Top Round 2: Sc in each stitch around.

Top Round 3 (eyelets): Sc in the next 2 stitches, ch 2, skip 2 stitches. Repeat around. (12 holes)

Top Round 4: Sc in each sc and 2 sc in each ch-2 space. Join and fasten off.

Drawstring: Ch 150. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch back along the chain. Weave it through the eyelet holes and tie the ends together.

Beginner Tips

Keep your mesh loops the same size – try to pull each chain to the same height.
Cotton yarn works best because it's strong and washable.
Make a set of three in different colors for fruit, veg and bread.

Common Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

My base is wavy. Check your stitch counts – you may have extra increases.
My base is curling up. Try a slightly bigger hook for the base.
The mesh is twisting. That's normal for a spiral. It straightens out when the bag is filled.

FAQ

What yarn is best for a crochet produce bag?

100% cotton or a cotton-linen blend. It's strong, food-safe and easy to wash.

Can I wash my produce bag?

Yes. Wash it by hand or on a gentle machine cycle, then hang to dry.

How do I make the bag bigger?

Add another increase round to the base (60 stitches, 20 loops) and keep going until it's as tall as you like.

For a bigger bag, try the Crochet Market Tote Bag, or see all free crochet bag patterns.