Wanna learn how to make your own tote bag? Then we've got the tutorial for you. The Purl Bee’s free tote bag pattern is here to keep all your bits and bobs safe. We love tote bags so much. They're cute, great for the planet and always handy to have which is why we were so pleased that The Purl Bee girls gave us this free tote bag pattern. Get stuck into your fabric stash and choose your favourite print to create this beauty! If you want to go the extra upcycling mile then why not use old curtain fabric or foraged fabrics from a charity shop? Plus you can go wild with your new tote bag and add embellishment or embroidery (check out our bunny embroidery pattern) to truly make it your own.
Share this free tote bag pattern with all your friends (you could even have a sewing party) and check out our other sewing patterns for beginners for more fun projects. Looking for more bag patterns? Learn how to make a bento bag or try our messenger bag pattern.
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This free tote bag pattern has long been a favourite over at The Purl Bee.
We have remade these awesome, simple bags for fall! This time around, I used a gorgeous new collection of upholstery weight cotton called Outside Oslo. These bold, stylish prints are sophisticated without being serious and come in a rich palette of colours perfect for fall. I added some sturdy contrasting cotton webbing handles for a pop of colour, and I love the way they came out! If you’d like to make the ones in the pictures, details are below. Alternatively, the simple design would show off any fabric beautifully.
Molly Schnick
You will need
- 1/2 yard of your chosen fabric (to make your tote bag’s structure)
- 2 yards of 1-inch cotton webbing (to complement your fabric)
- Cotton thread (to match your fabric)
- Cotton thread (to contrast with the inside of the bag)
If you're new to the world of sewing then head over to our sewing for beginners guide which will teach you all the basics. We've also got a round up of the best sewing machines for beginners if you're in the market for a new machine.
