Fabric Tote Bag

29th June 2008

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Okay, it only took me two weeks, but I’ve completed this project and I have to say, I’m very happy with it. The only reason it took me so long was that I kept procrastinating when it came to the quilting part of it. You see, I’m a sewer, but I’m not a fan of quilting, at least not when I’m the one that has to do it. I love quilts, and my mom is an expert quilter. I’m just not comfortable with. And, because I expect all of my bags to end up perfectly, quilting can be frustrating for me. I just haven’t done enough of it to be good at it.

However, in the end, and with a lot of moral support from my mom, the quilting came out just fine. I love this bag!

This is a “medium” sized tote, approximately 8″x10″x13″. The entire bag is made from 100% quilters cotton, except for the backing of the main tote fabric which is a muslin. The muslin was only used as a quilt backing and is not visible in the bag as it is covered by the interior lining. This bag is padded with an all natural cotton batting. The larger pockets are supported with a fusible interfacing, as are the straps.

This bag is so nice and roomy inside. Besides the two exterior pockets, it also has 4 interior pockets. It is deep and wide and will carry many, many things. It’s even large enough for a laptop. I’ve added a magnetic snap closure to the top for security.

Due to the amount of fabric (almost 4 yards) and the time involved (even ignoring my procrastination), I will have to charge $48 for this beautiful tote bag.

Tags: cotton, fabric tote, quilting, sewing, tote bag

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1 On June 29th, 2008, Karen said:

That is so pretty. I learned how to sew buttons on with my machine. That is what I am working on.

Karen’s last blog post..Renting the Dream

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 8:16 am

2 On June 29th, 2008, Ellen said:

I LOVE IT!!!!!!Now I think this is my favorite of all!!!!I like the color - I’m assuming it is aqua and brown or at least that’s the color my computer is showing me. How long are the straps?

Ellen’s last blog post..Changing My Entrecard Dropping

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 9:31 am

3 On June 29th, 2008, Jules said:

Just gorgeous.
I LOVE IT!! too!!
YOU are so talented. I wish I was!
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posted on June 29th, 2008 at 10:10 am

4 On June 29th, 2008, Tricia said:

Wow what an amazing job. I bought a pattern a couple years ago to make a purse and never have done it. You know what I think it is time. I am going to put that on my tackle it list for when I get back from vacation.

I love the colors of the bag and I love the quilting on it. You have done an amazing job on it and I would so pay the 48.00 for it. It is totally worth it.

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posted on June 29th, 2008 at 12:30 pm

5 On June 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Thanks Jules - This one was more of a challenge for me, but I overcame it! I love this bag too!

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 12:33 pm

6 On June 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Thanks Tricia - I have so many projects on my tackle list, I’m having trouble deciding which one to do next!

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 12:37 pm

7 On June 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Ellen - You’re right, it’s aquas and brown. The pocket fabric is polka-dots, it’s odd looking in the photo! The streps measure about 29″. I’m wanting to start another bag now, I just can’t decide which one. I have a huge stack on my cutting table, just need to make up my mind!

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 1:36 pm

8 On June 29th, 2008, Angelika said:

Pretty! I’d like a quilt made out of those fabrics.
Angelika’s last blog post..Random Thoughts - 6/28/08

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 3:26 pm

9 On June 29th, 2008, joel said:

you did well. that’s a pretty bag.

thanks for dropping by greeting us.

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posted on June 29th, 2008 at 4:14 pm

10 On June 29th, 2008, joel said:

i mean dropping by and greeting us.

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posted on June 29th, 2008 at 4:15 pm

11 On June 29th, 2008, Kim said:

You do such beautiful work lynne, I’ve been thinking about trying my hand at tote making. Where do you get your patterns?

Kim’s last blog post..I need help!

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 5:03 pm

12 On June 29th, 2008, Mom on the Rise said:

This is a beautiful bag. I wish I could buy it but I am on a financial diet this summer.

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posted on June 29th, 2008 at 6:21 pm

13 On June 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Angelika - Oh yea, a quilt out of teals and browns would be beautiful! I’ll have to talk to my mom, the family quilter, about that project!

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 8:21 pm

14 On June 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Kim - Thanks for the compliment! I get most of my patterns from the quilt shops and then modify them to fit my desire and needs. I also buy most of my fabrics in quilt shops.

posted on June 29th, 2008 at 8:22 pm

15 On June 29th, 2008, Lynn Korff said: