Tutorial and pattern: Cat tote with paws

This kitty tote has it all – a cat face on the front, a cat tail on the back, and best of all four kitty paws hanging from the bottom! I call it my Paws And All tote and I’ve got a free pattern and tutorial for you over at Orange Bettie. I’ve been carrying this bag around for a week now, and I’ve gotten tons of compliments. It’s a roomy bag, big enough to carry my laptop. It’s lined and has boxed corners. Finished dimensions are 14″ tall x 15″ wide x 3″ deep.

Click below for the free pattern and tutorial:

Paws And All Cat Tote – free sewing pattern, by Orange Bettie

[photo from Orange Bettie]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!