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Sew a tote to carry with you to the beach this summer! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a tutorial showing how to make this beach tote with mesh pocket to hold those sandy beach toys. And on the other… Read more ... 
Use your fabric scraps to add a message to a plain tote bag! Havalah from Sisters What! shows how to do it, with no sewing required. This would make a great teacher gift, personalized with the teacher’s name! Her tutorial… Read more ... 
Got plans to go to the beach this summer? Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew a beach tote that’s also a back pack. That’ll come in handy when you’re toting all that stuff – and kids… Read more ... 
Sew squares of fabric into a smart patchwork tote! Sew Jahit has a tutorial showing how to do it. You can make it in any size – though I think the roomy bag she made is quite nice. Her tutorial… Read more ... 
Sometimes the best material for a sewing project doesn’t come from the fabric store. In this upcycle, Stephanie from Swoodson Says got all the leather she needed (and then some) from an old leather jacket. The result is a chic,… Read more ... 
Sew a tote bag with a striking pleated panel! The Shapes of Fabric has a tutorial showing how, and even has a free PDF pattern you can download. The large pleated square plays with the diagonal stripes created by the… Read more ... 
Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew these adorable quilted mini totes! They’re the perfect size to hold a phone and wallet, and maybe a pair of sunglasses. There’s a large pocket on the outside, and smaller… Read more ... 
This big tote bag has room to carry everything you need, whether for a day at the beach, a weekend trip, or just a day packed full of errands. Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial and free sewing… Read more ... 
This tote bag made from clothing labels points a finger at consumerism and materialism. All those labels came from clothing that someone once purchased but is no longer using. Jessie from I Am Sew Crazy created this statement piece and… Read more ... 
Kids will love this on-the-go art tote! It’s got all the pockets they need to bring an art project with them. It’s perfect for road trips or busy bags or visits to grandma’s! Lish Dorset shares a sewing tutorial at… Read more ... 
Sew a gorgeous fall tote from plaid flannel and faux leather! I’ve got a tutorial and free pattern for you over at Orange Bettie. It’s a good sized bag – 22″ wide x 13.5″ tall – so there’s plenty of… Read more ... 
Got some orphan quilt blocks? Or you want to make some quilt blocks, but not a whole quilt? Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can turn those quilt blocks into an adorable tote! She used Halloween themed quilt… Read more ... 
This free pattern download & tutorial is a great sew for beginners on up. Best way to decide between two fabrics you love? Use them both and make a Peeking Pocket Tote Bag. Cheryl from Sew Can Do shares a… Read more ... 
Obviously costumes are important for Trick or Treating. But so is the bag! After all, that’s where you’re gonna put your candy! Amy from Ameroonie Designs show show you can make an adorable embellished Trick or Treat bag. The tote… Read more ... 
This Halloween bag makes a cute trick-or-treat tote! There’s plenty of room for all the candy the kids will be getting, but you could also just carry it as a fun everyday tote with a Halloween message on it. Becca… Read more ...