How to Sew a Fabric Basket Tote

 

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"This large purse pattern has a bound top edge that matches the handles (if you want), and it is nice and roomy on the inside. The center panel is quilted, and there is piping that separates the middle from the sides. Don’t leave off the piping. It adds a professional touch and hides mistakes, I promise!"  Comment from Sew Can She

If I was a tote selling retailer, this is the one I would make to sell.  It is perfect!  And the pattern is free!

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Tote With Many Pockets

 

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"This tote features a button and loop closure, and D-rings with swivel snap clips to attach the strap. If you want, you could skip the clips and sew your straps directly to the D-rings."  Comment from SewCanShe.com

This bag is perfect . . . I love it!!  Check out this free pattern.

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DIY Chubby Lunch Tote - Free Pattern

 

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"Sew the perfect lunch box with this free lunch bag pattern! This fabric lunch box is made with insulated batting to keep your food warm or cold. Naturally, it isn’t just for lunch or snacks – it also makes a sweet little purse. Use it to inside a suitcase for special items like makeup or toiletries."  Comment from SewCanShe.com

This cute chubby tote is just what I need to get my jewelry tools organized.  Actually, I could use a couple of these totes for many other things.

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DIY Scrapyard Tote

 

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"Sew a beautiful bag that’s just the right size to be a purse or handbag. This is a great project for using up scraps that you have left over from quilts or other bags, or you can use a charm pack (which is precut bundle of 40 5’’ squares)."  Comment from SewCanShe.com

Cute totebag and great to use up your fabric scraps!  Everyone can either use a totebag or need a gift for a friend.

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DIY Rag Rug Tote

The sewing projects I love most are purses and totes.  I never would have thought of using a rag rug for making a tote, but I love the idea!

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Tote Bag Sewing Patterns . . . 100 FREE!

Tote bags are among my favorite sewing projects.  They make great use of fabric stashes and a great way to organize all types of stuff.  

Tote bags are an awesome sewing project for a beginning sewer!

Click here for a great resource of free tote bag sewing patterns of all levels for beginner sewers to advanced.  Love these type of lists!