Organize beauty essentials in style with this free crochet drawstring makeup bag pattern that is perfect for quick storage and easy travel.

Beautiful colors and soft textures can turn any simple item into something special. A small pouch with a pull string gathers makeup brushes lipsticks and other tiny treasures to keep everything in one place. Even those who do not know many words can see how useful and pretty a bag like this can be. Each crochet drawstring makeup bag pattern brings smiles by letting hands weave simple loops into a strong case that protects precious items.

Modern Free Crochet Drawstring Makeup Bag Pattern for Quick Storage

Opening and closing the bag feels easy with its gentle pull design. The round shape lets it hold powders and creams while its soft body keeps things safe from bumps. A friend or family member loves to see the bright patterns and handy size that fits in any basket or pocket. Carrying this little bag makes every day feel more organized and cheerful as it holds small things in style. Using this pattern brings beauty with every twist of yarn.

Crochet Drawstring Makeup Bag

Materials

• Yarn: Two colors of medium/worsted weight acrylic yarn (Category 4)
  • Main Color: For bag base (approx. 100g)
  • Accent Color: For edging and drawstring (approx. 25g)
• Hook: 5 mm (US size H-8)
• Notions:
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
  • Optional: Stitch marker

Key Abbreviations (US Terms)

Abbreviation	Meaning
ch	chain
dc	double crochet
hdc	half double crochet
sl st	slip stitch
st(s)	stitch(es)
rep	repeat
MC	main color
AC	accent color

Special Notes

• Bag is constructed as a flat circle with added accent row and drawstring.
• Increases are worked methodically; each round increases the space between increases by one.
• If you wish to alter bag size, continue rounds following the established increase pattern.
• Drawstring can be customized in thickness and length.

Pattern Instructions

Base Circle (Bag Body)

Begin

1. With MC, make a magic circle (or ch 5, join with sl st to form ring).
2. Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch).

Round 1

• Work 12 dc into ring.
• Pull ring tight, sl st to first dc. (12 dc)

Round 2

• Ch 2.
• 2 dc in each st around (increase in every stitch).
• Sl st to first dc to join. (24 dc)
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Round 3

• Ch 2.
• 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next st; rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (36 dc)

Round 4

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 3rd st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (48 dc)

Round 5

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 4th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (60 dc)

Round 6

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 5th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (72 dc)

Round 7

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 6th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (84 dc)
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Round 8

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 7th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (96 dc)

Round 9

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 7 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 8th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (108 dc)

Round 10

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 8 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 9th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (120 dc)

Round 11

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 9 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 10th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (132 dc)

Round 12

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 10 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 11th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (144 dc)

Round 13

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 11 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 12th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (156 dc)

Round 14

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 12 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 13th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (168 dc)

Round 15

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in next 13 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase in every 14th st); rep around.
• Sl st to first dc. (180 dc)
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Round 16

• Ch 2.
• 1 dc in each st around (no increases).
• Sl st to first dc.
• Fasten off MC, leaving a tail to weave in.

Accent Edge

1. Attach AC (accent color) anywhere around edge.
2. Ch 2.
3. Hdc in same st.
4. Hdc in each st around.
5. Sl st to first hdc. Fasten off and weave in ends.
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Drawstring

1. Use both MC and AC held together (or desired color combo).
2. Make a long chain (about 230-250 ch; measure against bag to ensure it wraps with some excess for tying).
3. Fasten off the chain, leaving a tail.
4. Weave the drawstring around the top edge using every 4 double crochet posts as holes (see Special Notes).
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Assembly

1. Choose right side of bag as desired.
2. Weave drawstring through every 4 double crochets, alternating front/back of bag for each set.
3. Leave a gap of 8-10 stitches between both ends of the drawstring for tying.
4. Pull both ends to cinch bag closed and tie knots to prevent drawstring from slipping back in.
5. Trim excess; fray ends if desired for a tassel effect.

Finishing

• Weave in all yarn tails with tapestry needle.
• Fill, use, or gift your makeup bag!

Conclusion, Pattern Corrections, and Tips

Conclusion

• You now have a functional, customizable, and giftable crochet drawstring bag that opens flat as a tray and cinches compactly for travel.
• Increases guarantee a flat circle; accent color and drawstring add flair.

Pattern Correction

• If your circle starts to ruffle or gets too tight, check stitch count and consider increasing more or less frequently.
• For a larger or smaller bag, simply continue increasing as established or stop earlier.

Tips

• For a thicker/sturdier drawstring, use two strands or a chunky yarn.
• If your chain is too long for drawstring, simply trim after knotting.
• You can make the accent edge in single crochet for a lower/decorative edge.
• Make sure to clarify which side is “right” and “wrong” before final assembly.
• This bag works great for makeup, crochet tools, toys, travel, or gifting.