Patterns

This tote is a fabric lovers favorite! Using small cuts of fabric, you'll be able to use your favorites and still have scraps leftover. It's called the 241 because it's like two patterns in one (two for one)! One version of the bag has two exterior side pockets (great for beginners), the other has two exterior zippered pockets (for those who might want a bit of a challenge). Additional features:

• interior pocket
• magnetic snap closure
• step-by-step instructions with professional easy to understand illustrations
• full size print-at-home pattern pieces

Skill Level:

Advanced Beginner/Intermediate. Basic bag making skills helpful. Ability to sew curves will be helpful.

Approx. Finished Dimensions: 13.5″ wide, 12″ tall, 24″ including the handle, 2.5″ deep across the base

A mid-sized crossbody tote with front zippered pocket, back slip pocket, zip top closure and reinforced base. This will be your go-to bag for everyday use! The handy short handles make for easy grabbing and the crossbody keeps you hands free! This bag is great for traveling and is perfect for keeping organized. You’ll love this tote!

Special features:

• front zippered pocket
• top zipper for keeping everything secure
• back slip pocket
• interior slip pocket
• crossbody adjustable strap
• short handles for easy grab and go
• reinforced base!

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate

+ Approx. Finished Dimensions: 10 ½” wide (measured at base), 2 ½” deep, 13” tall

Fika is a Swedish word, meaning ‘to have coffee’.  The classic clean lines of this mid-sized tote give a nod to my Scandinavian heritage.  The Fika Tote has plenty of features you’ll love, like front pockets, a back lapped zipper pocket, recessed zipper closure and padded pockets.  Take this tote on your next visit with friends!

Special features:

• two front pockets for things you need to keep close at hand
• back lapped zippered pocket
• optional recessed zipper (it’s optional, but I know you’ll love it!)
• makes a great work or student bag, padded interior pockets can accommodate most laptop sizes

Skill Level: Intermediate (this is a fairly straightforward sew, but due to the number of pieces and size of the tote I classify this pattern as Intermediate) an adventurous Advanced Beginner could also tackle this project – just takes a bit of organization

+ Approx. Finished Dimensions: 17” wide, 15” tall, 5” deep

Materials needed:

Requirements based on 44”-wide fabric.

• 1 yard Exterior Fabric
• 1/2 yard Accent Fabric
• 2 yards Lining Fabric (includes interior pockets)
• 3 yards Fusible Woven Interfacing (Pellon SF101 – 20”-wide)

• 3/4 yard Foam Stabilizer (byAnnie’s Soft & Stable (58”-wide) or 2 yards Pellon Foam Flex (20”-wide) or 1 yard Pellon 987f fusible fleece (44”-wide)

• (1) 18”-20” zipper (closed-ended or separating) for recessed zip closure

• (1) 30” handbag (head-to-head or single pull) zipper for back exterior pocket (will be shortened)

This carry-all tote is for the makers, the creatives, and the go-getters. It’s my spin on a classic doctor’s bag, but designed with handy on-the-go storage in mind. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this tote will be sure to keep whatever you need close at hand and organized. Please make note of the recommended skill level for this particular pattern.

Special features:

• 2 sizes!
• Zippered back pocket
• Top zipper closure (optional)
• interior pockets
• Great for portable craft supply storage!

Skill Level:

Intermediate/Advanced. Should be confident at sewing bias binding, previous bag making experience will be helpful. 

+ Approx. Finished Dimensions: 16” W, 13” H, 7 ½” deep (12” W, 10”H, 6” deep – Small)

Enjoy filling up the large size tote for an overnight getaway! Or make the small tote size for everyday use.

Special features:

• front pocket, divided back pocket,and large divided interior slip pocket

• open top or recessed zipper closure options, flap with closure provides extra security for both

• large size includes short handles and a detachable strap, small size features over the shoulder straps

Skill Level: Advanced beginner

+ Approx. Finished Dimensions: 22” W, 14” H, 7” deep – large (18” W, 13” H, 4” deep – small)

Materials needed:

Requirements based on 44”-wide fabric.

Size small noted in { }.

• 1 yard Exterior Fabric
• 1 3/4 yard {1 yard} Lining Fabric (includes interior pocket)
• 1/2 yard Contrast Bottom*
• ½ yard {¼ yard} Accent Fabric (includes strap/handles)
• 2 ¼ yards {2 yards} Fusible Woven Interfacing (Pellon SF101 – 20”-wide)
• 3/4 yard {½ yard} Fusible Fleece (Pellon 987F – 44” wide)
• 1 yard {½ yard} Fusible Medium-weight Interfacing (Pellon 809 – 44” wide)
• (2) 1”-wide metal D-rings (large only – for detachable strap)
• 1 ½”-wide metal strap slider (large only – for detachable strap)
• (2) 1 ½”-wide metal swivel snaps (large only – for detachable strap)
• 24” {20”} purse zipper (for optional recessed zipper closure)
• Small Turn Lock (approx. 1-3/8” x 3/4”  is recommended)

Recommended Fabrics: *Waxed Canvas for contrast bottom. Waxed canvas, cotton canvas, cotton/linen canvas, denim, home dec for exterior. Medium weight (5-6 oz.) fabric for accent. Quilting cotton for lining.

• Book Trim: 8.5 x 11
• Pages: 24 + pattern pullout sheet
• Saddle stitched
• Professionally printed in Wisconsin

A useful and fun backpack to make! It’s great for any outing where you need to be hands free! The foldover top and closure keep things secure, while the front zippered pocket keeps essentials within easy reach. Adjustable straps make it wearable in any season.

Special features:

• foldover top with closure
• front exterior zippered pocket
• adjustable straps
• interior slip pocket
• hang loop

Skill Level: Intermediate, or adventurous Advanced Beginner

+ Approx. Finished Dimensions: 15” tall (closed), 10 ½” wide x 4” deep (at base)

Materials needed:

Requirements based on 44”-wide fabric.

• ¾ yard (½ yard if 54”-wide fabric) Exterior Fabric

• ½ yard Contrast Bottom Fabric

• 1 ½ yards Lining Fabric (includes exterior closure, straps, and interior pocket)

• 3 ½ yards Fusible Woven Interfacing (Pellon SF101 – 20″-wide)

• 1 yard Medium-Weight Fusible Interfacing (Pellon 809 – 44” wide) ^

• (2) 1 ½”-wide rectangle rings & (2) 1 ½”-wide strap sliders

• (1) 8” zipper for front zippered pocket

• (2) 1″-wide d-rings

Recommended Fabrics: Waxed canvas (10-12 oz. weight), cork fabric, cotton canvas, cotton/linen canvas, denim for exterior and contrast bottom fabrics (quilting cotton may be substituted for exterior fabric requirement, add ½ yard of 6-9 oz. weight 44”-wide cotton canvas/duckcloth for stabilizer and an 18” square of low-loft cotton batting). Quilting cotton for lining fabric.

^=omit if using waxed canvas/cork