13 Free Yoga Mat Bag Sewing Patterns

These free yoga mat bag sewing patterns will take you through how to sew your own yoga mat bag step-by-step. There are even some patterns here that use crochet and macrame techniques if you're looking for something a little more unique.

You'll be the envy of all your classmates when you carry in one of these DIY yoga mat bags. They'll be sturdier than ones you can buy and lets you show off your unique style.

Making a yoga mat bag is a great project for a beginner who has some basic sewing skills. It's also a quick project that you'll have finished in just a couple of hours. There are patterns for several types of yoga mat bags here, including slings, totes, and shoulder bags.

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Drawstring Yoga Mat Bag Pattern

Homemade Heather Inspired

This free yoga mat bag pattern has lots of extras including an outside pocket and a pocket near the top to tuck the drawstrings into. The tutorial shows you how to make the bag from a solid color or multiple colors to give it a more scrappy look.

Drawstring Yoga Mat Bag Pattern from Homemade Heather Inspired
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Yoga Tote with Wraparound Mat Straps

Sew 4 Home

If you need to carry more with you than just your yoga mat, this free pattern may be just what you're looking for. The large tote features an inside hanging pocket so you can put everything away just int he right place. The handles are extended to create a sling for your yoga mat so it sits just under the tote.

Yoga Tote with Wraparound Mat Straps from Sew 4 Home
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Easy DIY Yoga Mat Bag

Crafty Gemini

If you are new to sewing, you'll want to check out this free yoga mat sewing pattern that includes a video that takes you through each step of completing the bag. You'll be walked through measuring your mat, choosing your fabric, gathering your supplies, cutting the fabric, making a casing for the drawstring, creating a custom shoulder strop, and more.

Easy DIY Yoga Mat Bag from Crafty Gemini
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Free Yoga Mat Bag Tutorial

Busy Bee Fabric Co.

This yoga mat bag is sewn with canvas, making it a sturdy bag that will last years to come. It has an outside pocket that can be sewn with a snap or velcro so none of your items fall out. It has one handle so you can sling it over your shoulder and a drawstring top to keep your mat secure.

Free Yoga Mat Bag Tutorial from Busy Bee Fabric Co.

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Yoga Mat Shoulder Style Tote

Sew 4 Home

This yoga mat sling bag pattern has room for a yoga mat towel, shoes, keys, and anything else you might need for your class. The tote is open at the top with a button to keep everything inside. The handles are made out of webbing, making it a quick finish.

Yoga Mat Shoulder Style Tote from Sew 4 Home
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Yoga Mat Bag Tutorial

I Want to be a Turtle

This is a straight-forward DIY yoga mat bag that's made from recycled denim and canvas. Some topstitching and an accent band for the drawstring really makes this mat bag stand out.

Yoga Mat Bag Tutorial from I Want to be a Turtle
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Macrame Yoga Bag

My French Twist

Step away from the sewing machine and use this free yoga mat bag pattern to make a bag from basic macrame knots. You'll just need some cotton rope, masking tape, and scissors to make this trendy macrame project.

Macrame Yoga Bag from My French Twist
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Simple Yoga Tote with Pockets

iCandy Handmade

Here's another free pattern for a yoga tote so you can carry everything you need right along with your yoga mat. There are two huge pockets inside so you can keep track of smaller items. Webbing is used for the handles and mat straps, saving you the time from sewing your own.

Simple Yoga Tote with Pockets from iCandy Handmade

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Quilted Yoga Mat Tote Bag

Third Floor Quilts

This quilted yoga mat tote bag is made to be extra sturdy, it even stands up on its own. Soft and stable interfacing, a full lining, and quilting makes it a bag you can depend on. It's a little bit oversized so you can take along a towel and water bottle in addition to your yoga mat.

Quilted Yoga Mat Tote Bag from Third Floor Quilts
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Yoga Mat Sling Bag

Sew 4 Home

This drawstring yoga mat sling bag pattern includes a carrying strap and a secured outside pocket. You'll need just 1 yard of home decor fabric to create this sturdy bag you'll use every time you go to class.

Yoga Mat Sling Bag from Sew 4 Home
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Crocheted Yoga Mat Bag

Marshco Designs

Here's another no-sew option for creating a yoga mat bag. This one is done by crocheting some jumbo yarn to create the body and the strap of the bag. These directions are perfect for those who already know the basics of crochet.

Crocheted Yoga Mat Bag from Marshco Designs
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How to Make Your Own Yoga Bag

Jembellish

A single rectangle of fabric makes up the body and strap of this easy to sew yoga mat bag. A tank top is upcycled to add an accent to the front, but you could sew it without that part if you'd like.

How to Make Your Own Yoga Bag from Jembellish

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The Varsity Yoga Bag Crochet Pattern

Bodhi Life Crochet

If you like to crochet, this free pattern for a yoga mat bag is for you. This lovely yoga bag features stripes and a fun finish so you can secure your mat.

The Varsity Yoga Bag Crochet Pattern from Bodhi Life Crochet

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