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Simple Sturdy Tote Bag FREE sewing pattern & tutorial

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Simple Sturdy Tote Bag FREE sewing pattern & tutorial

Here’s another awesome FREE sewing pattern and tutorial. This one is named the Simple Sturdy Tote Bag and we are sure you will agree that it’s a great looking tote bag.

It is designed for beginners and has the following features:-

  • It’s a simple project
  • It’s a project that can be completed in an afternoon
  • It’s the perfect size for a Tote Bag, large enough to haul lots of stuff, but comfortable enough to carry around town
  • It’s a perfect project for making multiples as gifts
Simple Sturdy Tote Bag FREE sewing pattern & tutorial

What you will need to make the Simple Sturdy Tote Bag:-

  • 3/8 yard of quilting cotton for the exterior bag fabric,
  • 1/4 yard of quilting cotton for the exterior bag accent fabric,
  • 1-yard of quilting cotton for the fabric for lining and handles,
  • 1/4 yard of quilting cotton for the pocket fabric,
  • 7/8 yard Pellon® 71F Peltex® Ultra-Firm,
  • Thread,
  • Rotary cutter,
  • Basic sewing supplies,
  • Sewing machine.

Click here for the FREE pattern & tutorial

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