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Start with a square of fabric, and sew it into a tote! Lisa from Cucicucicoo shares a tutorial for making her One Square Tote, a basic tote you can make from a square of fabric. You can make it into… Read more ...
This tote is made from a patchwork of upholstery fabric samples, and is finished off with a lace trimmed linen cuff. I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how to make it. It’s my new favorite bag and… Read more ...
Cheryl from Simply Shoeboxes shows how you can make a simple tote from just two fat quarters. She makes them for Operation Christmas Child boxes and has streamlined the construction so she can sew them up quickly, because the faster… Read more ...
This rope handle tote is perfect for busy moms! It’s roomy to hold all the stuff you need to keep with you throughout the day. You can sew one for yourself using the free pattern from Caroline at Sew Can… Read more ...
This trick or treat tote has a cute cuff around the top with pom pom trim, because pom pom trim makes everything more fun. I’ve got a tutorial for you over at Orange Bettie. The tote is made short and… Read more ...
Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how you can sew a rope tote. You can make it any size you like, though I’m loving the oversized tote that she made. As large as it is, she was still able to make… Read more ...
I bet you wouldn’t look at this bag and think, “Oh, I could make that.” But you can, and it’s actually a quick and easy project. Delia from Delia Creates has a tutorial showing how. The secret is to start… Read more ...
See how you can make a Trick or Treat tote bag in just 10 minutes! Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a tutorial showing how. Reflective tape is a smart choice for the handles. And, you can easily personalize it… Read more ...
Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this large zippered tote. There’s a recessed zipper across the top and a magnetic snap pocket on the front. On the inside, there’s a patch pocket and… Read more ...
This patchwork tote is a beautiful way to use charm squares or fabric scraps. Jera from Quilting in the Rain shows how to make one in a video tutorial. I’m drawn to the patchwork but you could also skip all… Read more ...
Sew this patchwork tote for your favorite teacher! Of for yourself, if you’re wanting a new bag for yourself. Amy from Sew Incredibly Crazy shares a tutorial at Therm O Web. It’s extra nice made with cork fabric for the… Read more ...
Courtney from A Little Craft In Your Day shows how you can make this awesome sling bag with a Boho style. It’s made entirely from rectangles of fabric and is a good project for a beginner. Because of how to… Read more ...
Becky from Patchwork Posse created this travel bag for her Featherweight sewing machine. The patchwork carry case is her answer to the worn handles on the Featherweight case, which she was afraid would fail while she was carrying the machine. … Read more ...
This sturdy tote is ready for any summer adventure! Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial at Hatch. She’s also got a free machine embroidery file for the flip flops if you sign up for a 1 month subscription… Read more ...
See how to sew this awesome bucket bag! Sew4Home has the tutorial. The bag has a grommet and drawcord closure and an adjustable cross body strap. The strap is adjustable, with snaps at the shoulder and where it attaches to… Read more ...