Transforming a Plain Canvas Bag with Granny Squares!

Ever noticed those plain canvas bags at craft stores? They're cheap and great for lining crochet bags, and I thought it would be perfect for granny squares, and I put that to the test in this video. It was a really fun experiment, and it turned out better than I could have imagined!
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[@patriciamcgarr3183]

I would do a button loop around straps so you could remove to wash separately. Very clever idea

[@justdi3347]

Oooo, I like this idea

[@leiannalogan4197]

This is brilliant. Why not, the liner is there, all ready, and the straps are much more sturdy than a crocheted strap. Love this idea!!

[@vickihalbeisen9513]

Two one big granny would work. Very cute and great idea

[@TrippNBalz]

You're a genius!! I love crocheted bags but hate lining them. Thank you!!!!❤

[@mins_artnlife]

Same here :)

[@stephaniegianquinto2983]

Wow!!! What a great gift idea! I’m going to crochet the border a little longer so it will fold over onto the other side, cut the canvas straps off and add some faux leather purse straps that I’ve had forever! I don’t have a sewing machine so you just made my day!!

[@bhookedcrochet]

Oh that’s a great idea!!

[@kmap0184]

Love this idea too! Ty for sharing

[@DeborahKeleman]

Great idea! I'm making these to put gifts in for the grandchildren ( girls) so they have a little carry out. Thank you!

[@beverlybochenek8845]

this is a great way to take some $1.25 bags, some scrap yarn and make items to sell at a spring craft fair. this has just been added to my list of things to make for my june show!

[@bhookedcrochet]

That's a great idea!

[@jairem1664]

how was it? 😊

[@janeleslie4192]

I’m going to try this with just one granny square I’ll keep crocheting until it firs. Thanks for idea.

[@TCMedicare101]

Nice! the only thing I'd suggest is perhaps sew some buttons on the upper edge of the bag and use the spaces in the upper crochet border to keep the cover from sagging with use.

[@bettymiller7731]

😂 Perfect ❤ Idea 💡 🎉

[@patriciarull-wild5629]

What a good idea. Thanks

[@janedc5ch319]

Good idea, because mine is very loose and is saging. So I glued it .not happy with it

[@MollyMalone1983]

I'm currently working on this bag (at the granny square stage 😅) and I planned to hand sew the liner into the granny square bag like you would do it if you made a liner yourself!

[@bonniedurie3050]

What a wonderful idea. I picture a bag made with only yellow granny squares and brown flowers added to the centers to represent a sunflower. Great video!

[@bhookedcrochet]

That would be so pretty! I’d love to see it if you make it!

[@Eneri-z9v]

Watching you crochet your projects may be boring to you 😊yet relaxing to me😊. Cool😎. It's a pretty bag😊.

[@bhookedcrochet]

That’s good to know, and helpful for me to find the right balance! 💙

[@foxybrnlegz]

What an AWESOME idea! I have a stash of granny squares hanging around, waiting for me to join and add a liner. I love, love, love your bag. Thanks for the inspiration! ❤

[@teatimecherry4718]

Me too.

[@kyavner]

I think I'm going to try this but instead of looping around the handles I'm going to add some buttons around the top rim that can fit through the granny "spaces".

[@bhookedcrochet]

That’s a great idea! Then you’ll be able to switch them out if you make a few!

[@kyavner]

Exactly! Or wash the liner if it gets dirty! 😊

[@deborahloza4975]

so you mean sew buttons onto the top edge of the bag then push the buttons thru the DC gaps to keep it in place ? yeah i 'll do that too then

[@loveineverystitch]

Great idea!

[@iamdaspeed]

Great idea! I'm making one too and I think I might use your idea! Thanks

[@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669]

It looks very nice. Because the bottom of my bags are Rectangle, I would add a sretch of leather with holes pre-punched; I wouldn't want the yarn to become damaged with the bag sitting upright. To help that happen, I would add the depth (1.5" or 2.5") wide up both edges of the design, to help the design to better fit around the squared bottom of the bag. As far as the handle, I might use my sewing machine for a basting (longer stitch) in your choice if color. The handles get a lot of wear! Another choice, may be to replace the handles with leather & Stitch them in place! I am sure there are more choices!!! The top border really adds to the colors!

[@yasminm7157]

Ooh, you’ve just given me a good idea! I have a thick piece of leather scrap I didn’t know what to do with. I’m going to use it as a base for the bag. 💕

[@evepengilley5652]

I have just finished my crochet granny square bag with the canvas bag lining.I made mine with heart granny square and I am delighted with it.I would send a picture of it but dont know how to send it!! Thankyou for the tutorial. Love it.Eve Pengilley.

[@Eibmozluver]

I am actually making a granny square bag right now, and you just changed it up in a good way! I'm so excited now!!!!

[@elliesaailem777]

"I'm happy with it... Mostly". 😅 So relatable ❤

[@belantww]

Great idea! I’d probably add a bottom to the bag to make it a little roomier, and I’d attach the top edge by either sewing it onto the canvas bag or attaching it with fabric glue.

[@AnaKreutzer]

You are a breath of fresh air. Concise, informative great presentation.

[@LisaEvans-cc1mw]

I’ve just ordered some canvas bags to give this a go as I love it!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰🥰🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@kimkemeys9563]

What a great idea. I bought alot of canvas bags to tie dye now I can use them to line a crocheted bag.

[@dovesong4jc]

What a FABULOUS IDEA!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@maureendiederich4571]

Love this idea! People don't need to always buy a bag. There are so many reusuable shopping bags out there. I'm using those.

[@SweetPea112]

What a great project. We will be losing plastic bags as an option at our grocery stores here in Virginia soon. I would love to make these to keep in my car for grocery trips. They would hold quite a bit and the canvas bags are sturdy. Plus, they are so cute with the granny squares, they'll look cute in my car. Thanks for sharing!

[@bhookedcrochet]

That's a great idea!

[@mins_artnlife]

Thank you so much for this . I made one for my daughter and she loves it. I did poked holes all around the top of the bag and blanket stitched the crochet case to the bag as well as chaining around the handles 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

[@lisakaye3935]

I did this with an canvas bag I got from a former company I worked at. I liked the bag but didn’t want to admit I had worked there 🤣🧶🙌🏻

[@melindaunknown6411]

😂🤣😂🤣👍👍

[@vaec58]

Good idea!

[@anarodriguez-vilagarcia2658]

Ideal!❤

[@BloomByCC]

Enron bag😂

[@jeanbean9797]

Fantastic! I have a bag like that 😂😂

[@brendaconway4949]

Great idea! I agree with others about a button loop for removing and washing. I'm going to try this with different granny square motifs. Thanks!

[@almutbonner4031]

Thanks a lot for the great inspiration. I just finished my granny tote made out of left over sock yarn. I added some reinforcement around the handles.❤

[@maryjones1]

Another Great idea. That’s a nice soft blue for the border! This has a place on my ‘To Do’ list. 😊

[@paulajones1177]

I love this idea. So much better and simpler than the traditional way of lining a bag. I would imagine that the canvas bag will hold up better without the bag stretching out so much with use. After seeing this, I checked your channel. So many great videos to watch. I think I've found a new crochet rabbit hole to explore. I subscribed right away.

[@bhookedcrochet]

Welcome! I'm so glad you found this one! 💙

[@justdi3347]

Hi Brittany! This is such a great idea. I love that a needle and thread is not needed at all. Like you said, the possibilities are endless. I would love to try the crab stitch for that last round. I gotta get me some of these canvas bags. Thank You 😊

[@bhookedcrochet]

The crab stitch will look great! Forgot how much I love that stitch for borders 💙

[@janedc5ch319]

I got my bags yesterday, I will probably start putting my squares together tomorrow. Can't wait.

[@Lorrie140]

What a great idea! I love it and it turned out beautifully. Thanks for showing this to us!! ❤

[@bhookedcrochet]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@GaldinoPulidori]

Okay, I’ve always scratched my head about the obsession around the kislux book totes and their practicality, but this one is adorable!! Congratulations

[@paulawilliams9645]

This will also work with canvas pencil cases three squares on each side. I love a granny square x

[@bhookedcrochet]

Great idea!

[@joanprince733]

I have been covering pencil/makeup cases with crochet granny squares for the last 2 years. So easy to do.

[@sourmuffin3990]

I just learned so much about crochet problem-solving, your video style and cadence are perfect!

[@JNCALASKA]

Really excited about this bag. Making Christmas gifts now and this is perfect. 😊 Also, I like the bubble in the corner of the video, feels much more personal 👍

[@bhookedcrochet]

Oh yeah, these would make great gifts! Glad you like the format too. That’s really helpful for me to know!

[@ethelmary6676]

Very good tutorial with God bless your sharing heart and being so honest.❤

[@Laceycrochet]

I’m so glad you did this video for us! I remember you mentioning it before and thought it was genius. No sewing fiddly liners😬 I’ve got so many colour combos in my mind now😂💜🇬🇧

[@bhookedcrochet]

Yes!! Making a liner has always kept me from making all the crochet bags 😂

[@debbieyoungstrom5378]

So pretty! Thanks for sharing!

[@aolsweetsew]

what a great project idea! My granddaughters want me to make them purses, but I couldn't figure out how to make it "kid proof." This will work! Thanks so much.

[@rcain693]

I’m going to try this. Thank you so much for sharing. Blessings. 🧶🤓

[@robinmanly7381]

That slip stitch (top row) is brilliant! Cute bag!

[@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq]

Beautiful 🤩❤️❤️❤️, I have a canvas bag I use to haul ..very bland. It's spring 🌼🌱 time to bring life '24 into it.. thank you 👍🏾

[@NaomiJefferson-sm2sb]

Thank you for the reminder

[@jayanthihariharan4303]

What a novel idea.. to make granny squares and cover a cloth bag. Thanks a ton.you are awesome

[@beverlyhitchon4901]

I absolutely hate these boring canvas bags that I seem to end up with, but omg, you had the solution all along and what a gorgeous solution. I can't wait to start! Thank you so much, just got yourself a new subscriber after binge watching a couple of your other videos. Brilliant. ❤

[@sarapiburn2523]

Very clever and pretty! I’m going to do this!💜💜💜💜💜

[@missshelly4935]

This is so cute! Nothing beats granny squares ❤

[@YogiShug]

Love it, love everything about!! 😍🤩 It turned out great, and it's so eye-catching and pretty. Excellent work! You're a crafting genius. 😉😄

[@bhookedcrochet]

Thanks so much! 😊 💙

[@lindadaparoe5737]

This is so beautiful. All the colors fits well. For me is perfect❤❤❤

[@edithhaddiedesigns542]

I really love this idea!! I’m looking forward to trying it. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@carolynpurser7469]

Clever idea using the canvas bag as a liner!

[@ASquareGranny]

BRILLIANT!!!!! No plastic bags here in Columbus, so the bags collection is gonna grow even more! Just love this project! Thank you so much! ☺️🫶🏻🧶

[@celinebowman6309]

The bag came out great!👍

[@BoldmanJohniken]

kislux I love you so much and watching your videos makes my day brighter

[@VaidaSarkisian]

This HIDUPZ tote is beautifully colored, very sturdy and the perfect size. Not too small, not too big.

[@victorialove9104]

Absolutely love this project!❤

[@MugethiGitau]

This is genius. I have so many canvas bags from events. Can't wait to do this

[@angelasalera9740]

Very clever idea! Thank you!

[@highlandspring40]

What a great idea 😁 I’ve made some retro flower squares and didn’t know what to use them for, I think they would look fab on a bag, thanks for the video 👏🏻

[@artlor2002]

Love this so much! Great for gifts. Saved the video. Thank you for sharing!

[@deva190]

Oh my. What a GREAT idea!

[@kmbraggs1e]

What a great idea for all those conference bags I get from my job. Thanks

[@claudia.crochet.corner]

That is a genius idea!

[@janetstanley3645]

This is such a clever way to use granny squares. I love making motifs as a summer project while I’m bored to death at work 😂 and this is a great way to use them.

[@bhallmark3390]

Just watched the video of using a canvas bag and covering it with granny squares. This is genius! Love the idea and it looks so functional, too. I like the extra blue granny clusters at the top to finish out the length you needed. I was thinking you could also just shorten the canvas bag by sewing 2 to 3 inches above the hem, and then cut off the excess so it won’t stick out above the top granny squares. But as you said, the “right way” is the way that makes you happy. Well done video……thanks so much for the inspiration! ❤-Brenda

[@christinagoebel1350]

I absolutely love this project! Thank you!!

[@Doreen-d8u]

Beautifully done

[@maggieguerrero7260]

Girl! Yes🎉 love this! I always wanted to have one! Now I can make one! Plus gift them!! You Rock!!!!

[@wonderwomanx1268]

Genius!!! Working from the outside in woo HOO! Thought of doing this with the plastic pieces the size of a placemat at the craft store, the ones we can needlepoint through. Thanks for the terrific and fun idea.

[@frances4309]

My opinion... I think you can keep the squares the same size going forward. Just add a couple of long rows of borders to join the "front to the back" panels. So... 3 squares, border border, 3 squares, border border. Now that you know you need a few rows added to the top, you can add half the amount to the bottom, or just keep it as the "cuff" that it looks like. Great job overall! I love that there's no sewing to "add a liner" or straps. KUDOS!

[@bonginkosimnkandla4730]

Oh my goodness i was thinking about this yesterday 😅😮😮😅😅 thank you for sharing

[@carolsnyder7778]

What a BEAUTIFUL idea!!! Thank you!!😊

[@bhookedcrochet]

Glad you like it!

[@karenemerton5128]

It was fun watching you figure this out. Well done!!

[@bhookedcrochet]

Glad you enjoyed it! 💙

[@angelmoon33]

I want to make my first ever granny square bag and was wondering how people did them. If they used a liner or how it all worked and i came across this video. Now I'm really excited to start this project!! I'm planning on making sunflower granny squares. I hope it turns out as pretty as yours did!

[@Victoria28057]

Great idea!! Thank you for sharing!!❤

[@missmayflower]

Beautiful. I would like it to to be detachable from the liner so that the canvas can be washed in hot water and the crochet part can be hand washed and blocked.

[@Ms.SthrnChrm2U]

Good idea, but be careful washing the cotton canvas. They can shrink pretty bad and become misshapen.

[@kpi43]

I have always wanted to have a Grammy square bag, and I’m so going to use your idea! I’m so glad that your idea worked!

[@Karen822]

Excellent idea!! Thanks!

[@ladiewithstyle]

I just subscribed… The canvas bags! You’re a genius!!!❤ I’m making a mess my own kind of granny square bags. Lining them is a pain; you just saved me so much time and probably money too . Thank you🎉

[@wbajp]

Just made one for my mum’s birthday. Thank you🎉

[@susancook1617]

This is lovely, thank you for sharing 😊

[@smacmavis1083]

Such a great idea for a liner for a crochet bag; your bag turned out beautifully! Thank you for sharing! Would also love to see bags with hexagons and granny circles 🤩

[@marydomingue9902]

Thank you so much. I have some and wanted to find a way to use granny squares to cover them to give to family and friends.

[@gaildewar9768]

Would you not stich the top. To secure it with a blanket stich. That may stop it sliding down the tote. Love the idea. I have lots of free totes and dont like the pictures would be a great way to cover them up. Love your idea.❤

[@annversyck2408]

A very nice bag, i wil try it also, thanks for sharing

[@yvettecatanzaro3029]

Omg this is brilliant! I have so many bags for groceries or the beach that are so plain. This is such a great way to pretty them up. Thank you for sharing!

[@nicolehunter2645]

I love this. What a great use for all those freebie totes we get over time!

[@laurelgirard8475]

So much easier than sewing a liner. Plus you can switch the “cover” as desired.

[@hope46sf]

Thank so much for this idea, and sharing your step by step thinking through the process. This also inspires me to make up some granny squares!!

[@aevans3734]

Love this! Beautiful & complete genius!

[@penelopepitstop999]

Love this idea, will be making one soon. Thank you, your tutorials are fantastic and easy to follow.

[@GillianDodrill]

What a great idea to use a plain bag! I made 2 bags for my grand daughters and lined them with a pillow case but, your way is much better x

[@bhookedcrochet]

Oh a pillowcase is a really creative idea!

[@tarameier6575]

Great idea. Love it

[@judyshather9926]

Really like your color choice; using the ready-made bag for the liner too!

[@adinabeltran2312]

This is brilliant. I have been dreading making a lining for the bag I’m making now.

[@patriciarull-wild5629]

Hello, what a. Wonderful idea, I make bags but I always have to line them, & finish up with stretchey crochet handles. This is a super idea, cannot wait to get going on one.! Thank you so very much. Greetings from the UK.🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶

[@celticdreams4119]

Very clever looping the handles.

[@denisefortin3085]

Beautiful work …..

[@lindareichardt846]

Oh my goodness, I finally found what i have been looking for. You just made my day. Im going to go to Hobby Lobby today and get what I need. Also, thank you for showing how to make the granny square. My sisters are going to love them for their birthdays. Again, thank you!