Craft Workshops UK Tote Bag Class I
M a k e a si m ple li ned or un li ned To te
Materials required 1 Yard Fabric
Sewing Machine
1 Yard Lining Fabric
Scissors
Interfacing (optional)
Tape Measure
Matching thread
Iron
Using simple patterns we’ll cut out the body, pockets and straps of the bag. If making a lined bag we’ll cut out the lining also.
With right sides together sew pocket pieces together leaving a small gap at the bottom. Clip corners and turn the pocket through the gap. Press, making sure the corners are pushed out.
Place the pocket on the bag front and sew in place. Repeat for the lining
With right sides together, sew the side and bottom seams.
Place side seams together, creating two points.
Sew across point and trim.
Make the straps and top sew
Fold over and press a narrow hem
Fold over again and press forming the top of the bag.
Trim the top edge of the lining
Insert lining into bag, slipping the edge of the lining up to the fold in the top of the bag
Place the handles an equal distance from the sides under the folded edge. Top sew around.
Fold handles up, pin and top sew top edge.