I love how versatile backpacks are – I mean you can use them for back-to-school but you can also use them to carry your water, wallet and hand sanitizer so you can have your hands free when you go for a walk around the block.
You may also want to use backpacks to to carry your WIPs (works in progress) or to carry (or store) your children’s toys and books.
One of my favorite ways to use a backpack is to use it as a gift bag for a child’s birthday.
I have included links to an assortment of different free backpack crochet patterns below. Some of these are fun (like the Cow Backpack), some of these are small (like the Mini Backpack), some of these are perfect for gift bags (like the Lamb Cinched Backpack) and some are stylish and trendy (like the Chevron Backpack).
Free Backpack Crochet Patterns
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Free Crochet Backpack Patterns
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Cow Backpack Crochet Pattern
This Cow Backpack is perfect for children! The backpack was designed by Melody Rogers and is crocheted with Super Bulky Weight Yarn [6] and a 9 mm (M/N) and 6 mm (J) hook.
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Striped Mini-Backpack Pattern
This mini-backpack was designed by Jennifer Pionk. To make yours you will need Medium Weight Yarn [4] and 4 mm (G) hook. This backpack measures 6.25 inches wide X 7.5 inches high X 4.25 inches deep.
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Lamb Cinched Backpack Pattern
Sweetly adorable, this lamb backpack designed by Rebecca Langford is crocheted with Bulky Weight Yarn [5] and a 5.5 mm (I) hook. The finished backpack measures 14.25 inches wide X 15.75 inches tall.
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Wanderlust Chevron Backpack Pattern
This fashionable chevron backpack was designed by Jennifer Pionk. It is crocheted with Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) hook. You will also need a 3.5 mm (E) hook. The finished backpack measures 9.75 inches wide X 12 inches high X 4.25 inches deep.
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Cinch Stripes Backpack Pattern
This new pattern from Tamara Kelly is crocheted with Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 5 mm (H) hook. The finished backpack measures 12 inches wide and 11 inches tall on a flat surface.
Read MoreThe Little Wanderer's Knapsack
This totally cute backpack was designed by Sarah Watson and it is crocheted with Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 6 mm (J) and a 5 mm (H) hook. The pattern includes many photos to help with the project and you can make the straps of this backpack any size to have a mini backpack for teens and adults.
Read MoreKoala: Backpack and Bag
This sweet little Koala Backpack designed by Hi Sheep can also be made as a crossbody bag. The pattern is crocheted with Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 3 mm and 4 mm (G) hook.
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Honeycomb Backpack Pattern
This great textured backpack was designed by Isa Catepillan for WeCrochet. The backpack is crocheted with Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 2.75 mm (C) hook.
Read MoreThe Birds Pattern
This stunning mochila backpack bag was designed by Priscilla Bradburn. You will need Sport Weight Yarn [2] and a 2 mm hook. The pattern includes graphs for both left and right handed crocheters.
Read MoreBackpack Pattern
This traditional style backpack pattern designed by Raine Eimre is one of my favorites. It has wider straps and a button closure. Raine has a YouTube tutorial to help you with this and a full written pattern. You will need Bulky Weight Yarn [5] and a 6 mm (J) hook. Raine used Bernat Maker Home Dec Yarn.
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Cindy says
Backpacks seem to always be in style! Thanks for sharing these!
Teri says
OMGosh! I love this post. Backpacks seem an easy, excellent answer to so many of my gifting ideas for my family. I have 3 adult daughters & their men, plus.. I have 11 (ELEVEN) grandchildren ages 25 years to 1 year! 😳😳😳 Now you think I’m 80+ years old, but I’m only 61. I’m so blessed and these backpack designs just add to my ability to bless my kiddos. ♥️♥️♥️