How To Make A Tote Bag - In Only 6 Easy Steps!
This is the video you've all been waiting for! Pat is back with an UPDATED and more in-depth version of her 6 Step Tote Bag Tutorial! Sew along with her as she makes one of her FAMOUS tote bags, using her fool-proof 6 step method! This tote bag is made with fabric, vinyl, batting, and webbing.
Link To Pat's Easy Tote Bag Pattern: bit.ly/3S2VQFB
Link To Everything You Need To Make These Tote Bags: sewing.net/collections/pats-e...
Supply List:
- 2/3 yds Main Fabric
- 1/3 yds Double-Sided Fusible Batting
- 3 yds webbing
- 1/4 yd of Vinyl (OR 18" x 27" Precut)
Cutting Instructions:
- (2 pcs) 18" x 24" fabric for top of bag
- (2 pcs) 18" x 5 1/2" of Vinyl for bottom of bag
- (2 pcs) 42" Long of Webbing
- (2 pcs) 18" x 11 1/2" of Double Sided Fusible Batting
Contents Of This Video:
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Step 1: Measure & Cut All Of Your Pieces
00:43 - Supply List & Cutting Instructions!
17:57 - Step 2: Construct The Top Of Your Bag
26:36 - Step 3: Place & Stitch Down Your Straps
34:49 - Step 4: Sew The Top Of The Bag To The Bottom
43:46 - Step 5: Sew The Sides, Bottom, & Box Corners
48:35 - Step 6: Turn Your Bag Inside Out & Start The NEXT ONE!
48:40 - Tips, Tricks, & Inspiration For Your Bags!
The Sewing Studio Fabric Superstore is a family owned and operated business located in Central Florida. We carry a wide variety of sewing machines, fabrics and sewing notions! We have two locations: Maitland FL.(minutes from Orlando) and Lady Lake Fl. (The Villages).
Website: sewing.net/
Phone: 800-831-1492
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Thank you for not putting music and flashing lights in your video. I subscribed immediately upon knowing this.
@jafallica
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Thank goodness!
@doristhomas322
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for easy way making beautiful bags
@glendal3350
7 ай бұрын
Yes, thank you! No music!😊
@wintergirl8
5 ай бұрын
But there IS music 😅
@garnetcrites8959
4 ай бұрын
Yes there is music! It’s the same annoying tune constantly and I can’t turn it off, then I couldn’t hear her. The bags are beautiful though, but why they feel that have to have the music is beyond me. Thank you for the beautiful bags.
I love Pat's tips and tricks. She has such an eye for this stuff! God Bless girls!
Thank you so much Pat, I really really enjoyed watching you create this amazing and awesome 👏 tote bag. And you are really really good with all your instructions and ideas too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags
Thank you for sharing your technique on this beautiful bag. I love the size of it. I love that you added the direction in the description that’s cool. I can’t wait to find you again.
Your detailed video was terrific! I am.going to use your tips on my next bag. Thanks!
Your videos are an inspiration to me. I’ve been away from sewing and recently lost my husband of 54 years. I believe sewing is great therapy and I’m looking forward to trying my hand on your inspirational totes.
@rlp0303
Жыл бұрын
@Jeanette Lucero my condolences on the loss of your husband. May he rest in eternal 🙏🌹
@DOchoa-qn1pv
Жыл бұрын
Deepest condolences on the loss of your husband.
@deborahfairburn6585
Жыл бұрын
Jeanette, I’m so sorry for your loss. My friend has gone through something similar. She and her husband were married the same 54 years as you and years. It’s wonderful that you’ve got your sewing to look forward to, that will help so much.
@R.Oates7902
Ай бұрын
I'm sorry for your loss.
Found your site tonight! Thank you ! Calm voice with no music in background! Yippie! Learned good tips and will make a bag!
Great Video.. easy to follow instructions and just love the pattern on the fabric you used .. I’ll be making a few of these and making a few larger ones for the beach next season .. thanks for sharing.. 😊
Oh my gosh I have used that double sided tape for making hair bows but I never thought of using it for sewing. Thank you I just learned something new.
Beautiful bags. Your workmanship on these bags is exceptional. Very clear instructions. Love the tips at the end about fixing a twisted strap and the embellishments. Thank you.n
Lots of good tips and ideas for embellishments!
Your videos are such an inspiration. You make it look so easy and your tips are amazing!
Very good video Pat. Love your tips. I would love to see you do more bag videos.
I really like how you show mistakes and how to hide or fix them. Thanks for a great video.
What a beautiful bog, and the instructions are so calm and clear! 💗thankyou
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Jan, You are welcome! Happy sewing!
Fantastic!! I’m following your 6 piece bag video to fashion Christmas bags for my church’s Christmas Market !! I’ll be sure to credit you as my inspiration!! Thank You!🙏🏻
Great tips, creative, LOVE THIS!
Love this bag, great video, making one for Christmas, I hope, thank you
Loved this video. Very nicely done and great information. Thanks
I JUST BROUGHT ANOTHER KIT! I LOVE THIS PROCESS OF BAG MAKING!
These bags would make great Christmas gifts. Thanks.
I MUST HAVE THAT GOLDEN YELLOW FAUX LEATHER IN MY LIFE! FABULOUS TOTE BAG!! LOVE THE PROCESS OF DESIGN! MUST MAKE THIS!!!
@sewingstudiofl
5 ай бұрын
Hi! Thank you for the kind input! You can find that vinyl here: sewing.net/products/precut-vinyl-western-floral-faux-leather-mustard-18-x-54
PAT DARLING, IN THE VERY WISE WORDS OF THE CREATIVE BOB ROSS: "WE DON'T MAKE MISTAKES, WE MAKE HAPPY ACCIDENTS!" WITH THE WEBBING MISHAP, THAT WAS, A "HAPPY ACCIDENT" THAT TURNED OUT EVEN BETTER! PERFECTION SAUCE SWEETIE!
@sewingstudiofl
5 ай бұрын
We love happy accidents over here!
@dottiemathews6853
5 ай бұрын
@@sewingstudiofl YESS!!!
Thank You soo much for showing us how to dew the bag!❤❤❤
Thankyou so much for sharing your inspirational ideas on sewing tote bags.. I am trying to sew now..😀😀❤❤❤
Thank you Pat. You give a lot of tips that make for a much neater finish.
Very inspiring!thank you for the video!
Really wonderful video, Pat. I started sewing when I was 9 years old. Over time, with the help of 4-H instructors and home ec teachers, my sister and I grew our sewing knowledge enough to make her wedding dress. This video was better than the sewing shows on PBS !! You are a natural born teacher !! Your video was flawless. I enjoy how you explained WHY you are doing what you are doing as well as the freedom to alter the tote bag as we wish. The end result is a professional looking tote. I can't wait to make one. You made my day !!! Thank you Keep up the great work !!
Fabulous video! Extremely creative design ideas and clear easy to follow instructions! Perfect!
Thank you for your slow and concise instructions
These bags are so pretty!
Beautifully done!! Thank you
Thank you for your so amazing video instructions. I've learned your amazing tips. Love how you explain everything so thoroughly. Also the fact that you dont have a loud music in the background. Thank you again! You're an awesome instructor! 👍🙌🌹💐
Wonderful bags!😊. Can't wait to make it .. thanks for sharing!! 🌹🌷🌻💕🤗
Thank you so much for sharing, and in depth explanations! I love the way you speak. You speak and sound like Mary McDonnell.
Excellent tutorial!
It looks easy to make. Thanks for sharing!
What a well produced tutorial. The visuals were really clear and there was plenty of time to jot notes down without having to stop and go back. Pat explained everything so well and I really appreciated the adaptations at the end. Thank you so much. I feel inspired to do one of these bags myself.
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
You are sew welcome!
Exelente tutorial, recién descubrí su canal ,me suscribí para poder tener sus trabajos ,me encantaron los bolsos que hace una belleza 👍gracias por compartir sus conocimientos y experiencias 🤗
Love this you were a wonder teacher
Awesome. A beginner Class for an absolute Pro looking Bag!! If this does not Motivate to learn&sew more, Idk what
Great video. I enjoy making totes.
Enjoyed your video. You did a great job!
NOTE ON SEWING THE VINYL: WHAT HELPED ME WITH SEWING ON THE VINYL IS USING A CLEAR ROLLING PRESSER FOOT. IT MADE THE SEWING A LOT SMOOTHER, ESPECIALLY WHEN TOP STITCHING.
GREAT IDEA ANOUT THE DOBLE TAPE. I SHALL LOOK IN THE SHOP'S IN THE UK. Many thanks.
I make my totes with a french seam, no serger, no zig zag and no raw edges. I add 1/2 inch to the width. Like your ideas of using the vinyl for decorations. going to do that Thanks for a great video
Great tutorial!
Love this video!
Loved your video!!!
MANY THANKS FOR THE AND SO MNY IDEAS. ❤❤
LOVE LOVE LOVE
Thank you!
Thank you, very very thank❤
I made a similar bag today just like yours although I did not put vinyl on the bottom. Your tips and tricks are by far the most excellent I have seen. I love how you match up everything and the double side sticky tape….I need to get some of that asap! I would like to know if you have a written down instruction for this pattern and how you put it together? Thank you so very much for this video.
Great video and bag. Crazy-expensive sewing and embroidery machines like the Lumiere are not needed. Any good Heavy Duty mechanical machines like the popular-priced Singer 4452 or the superb Bernina 1030 will do a great job. Especially for people with good free-motion quilting and embroidery skills.
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Paula! We have all kinds of machines to choose from. Are you in our area? Give us a call and ask to speak to the machine Department, we would be happy to help you find the right machine! Our phone # is (407) 831-6488
Details is from you is really nice one can understand rely well
I enjoyed your explanations and especially the creative tips. I would prefer to have no music in the background ! Your voice is more pleasing to my senses. Thank you.
Such a wonderful and clear video, thank you. Can I ask where did you purchase the blue mat under your pressing board when you iron?? Does it protect your measuring mat from harm?
I'm working on mine today.
Thank you much for your nice tutorial ma'am...watching you here from mindanao cotabato Philippines..mabuhay....
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Inday! You are welcome! Happy Sewing!
Is there a link for the quilt on the wall behind? I love this quilt. I am going to make this bag but bigger on the bottom to carry a casserole dish.
Hi Pat! U just popped up in my feed! Wow! Wish I had this months ago. Can I use a Bernina 830 to make these bags?
I will try the tape for precision points.
Very detailed video - awesome! How long is the webbing with the shorter handles?
@sewingstudiofl
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Elaine, That is up to you! You can measure it to be however long you like!
Could you use a French seam to finish the inside? Love your videos.
beutiful tote bag
Thank you so much for sharing this video, step by step. I wanted to ask you if you can show us how to bind the inside seam. I already went to your website and love the fabric and other items I want to order. I want to make few bags for my two daughters and myself to take to the supermarket and other places. Thank you so much.
@njame2137
Жыл бұрын
Good idea! You can get ready made binding- fold the top down ( raw edge) and just sew around the fabric seams. Or make some - as it is straight it does not need to be cut on the bias.
@mariadt3212
Жыл бұрын
That is a good idea, thank you so much.
I absolutely LOVE the fabric you're using for the bag! Where can I find that gorgeous floral fabric?! Thanks!
@sewingstudiofl
9 ай бұрын
Hi! You are going to love Rifle Paper Co. fabrics then! You can view them all here: sewing.net/collections/rifle-paper-co
Absolutely Beautiful... I would really like to see inside... I am so New at Sewing, Can you put a lining in if you want to ?
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Gena, the bag is "self-lined" at the top part until you reach the vinyl at the bottom.
Loved your video! Can i use a heat press in stead of the iron?
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Claudia, It's worth a try if that seems like it will be easier for you. We definitely recommend you try it on a scrap piece of fabric first.
Nice
Love your tutorial!! I’m making bags for teachers and your method will work wonderfully!! Thank you!!
Poderia colocar as medidas em centimetros?? Fica mais facil e mais gente a seguiria.
Your side seams, you don’t do a French seam? You are actually just join them with the bag inside out???? I did not catch that too well. Love your bag and all the help, thank you so very much!
Good morning. I'd like to do a clear vinyl bag. Should I still do 18x24 to have it doubled, or just do half and have a single layer?
@sewingstudiofl
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there! We recommend you watch Pat’s easy VINYL tote tutorial. You can watch it here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k3x-msVxZ86xnZs.html
What is the finished size.? I need it to fit my embroidery arm. It is about 18" x 15" x 5.5" If I got a kit, would there be enough fabric to make it larger?
I JUST FINISHED MY TOTE BAG KIT PROJECT AND IT WAS FUN. I HAD LEFTOVER VINYL AND I MADE ANOTHER BAG USING THAT. THESE KITS ARE FUN TO MAKE AND AFTER YOU FINISH IT, YOU CAN'T BELIEVE YOU MADE THAT! I NEED TO GET MORE KITS!
@sewingstudiofl
5 ай бұрын
We are sew happy you had fun making this tote!
What size needle do you use? Thank you for this demo.
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Alicia, We would probably recommend an 80/12 or 90/14 Universal needle, and the Schmetz Vinyl needles are really great when you are sewing through the vinyl parts of the bag. Hope this helps!
I'm glad that I find your channel I like this totes I will made it 4 me ...I will subscribe in your channel to learn more from u...thanks 😍
Love your bag but i would like it smaller. Thanks.
What is the temperature of the iron? How long should you pressure the areas before you “iron” press the material. I got both my mother-in-laws sewing machines when she passed away. I have watched my sister and her sew all my life, but I never got into sewing because I was always working as a nurse. I had a car accident and now disabled. Hurt my lower back and neck. In neck and lower back pain 24/7. I miss nursing. It was my passion. I kept on working for six years in severe agony until my doctor told me I had to go on disability. I had to cervical spine surgery and I am having neck pain and migraines constantly with numbness in my hands. I have a bugling disc again. I think it has finally ruptured. I think this a project that I could manage. On of her sewing machines has 5 big spools of threads. What kind of machine is it? What size needle and best thread and tension? I have picked this up just by listening to them talk throughout the years.
could you use quilting cotton with a stabilizer to the bottom panel so the entire bag would be stable enough to stand up on its own?
@sewingstudiofl
6 ай бұрын
Hi! The wonderful thing about making your own bags is that you can do whatever makes you happy! You can totally use a quilting cotton with a heavy enough stabilizer!
Where can I purchase the kit please?
Do you still have that beautiful floral kit available?
Vorrei sapere dove posso trovare i cartamodelli o le stoffe già pronte da cucire
Why can I get this fabric also looking for Lima print in this fabric
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Christine, this is fabric by Rifle Paper Co. We have it here: sewing.net/collections/rifle-paper-co
Hi what’s the foot on your sewing machine called please? Fabulous videos thank you Regards Steve
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, Pat used the J foot (general purpose foot) and she recommends the teflon foot as well if you are working with a stickier vinyl!
@2194steve
Жыл бұрын
@@sewingstudiofl hi it was the walking foot with roller I was interested in what’s it called? My general purpose ones nothing like that. Regards Steve
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
@@2194steve So that one is called the Dual Feed foot. She put the yarn couching foot attachment on it to sew her yarn on.
How do you find the store to order please ? Thanks
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi there! Our website is www.sewing.net and you can find our Easy Tote Bag Kits here: sewing.net/collections/pats-easy-tote-bag I hope this helps!
Those bags are amazing 🤩 but, noticed that you didn't put a lining inside the bag, as I saw on another video tutorials 🤔
@carylhalfwassen8555
Жыл бұрын
If quilted the backing of the quilt is sufficient.
Are you going to have anymore kits other than the ones that are online?
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Yes! We update our Easy Tote Bag Kits all the time! More will be coming soon!
Can it be made with a zipper closing?
Nice work. What type of sewing machine is that?
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Pat is sewing on a Brother sewing machine. We love Brother machines!
I really want to make this, but I only have one-sided fusible interfacing. Any advice?
@sewingstudiofl
5 ай бұрын
Hi there, you can totally make this with one sided fusible interfacing. Just fuse one side and quilt the top part of the bag together with straight line quilting or use an element in the fabric to quilt alongside. That way your bag front and interfacing will act as one piece. Then sew the webbing on. I hope this helps!
@wintergirl8
5 ай бұрын
@@sewingstudiofl it really does! Thank you for your reply, much appreciated
Where can I buy the kit for this bag please
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Katie! You can find our Easy Tote Bag Kits here: sewing.net/collections/pats-easy-tote-bag
You mentioned the webbing being 3 yards long but what is the width used for this bag?
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Lewis! The bag requires two pieces that measure 42" long. 3 yards will give you more than you need, but we like to leave room for error. Happy Sewing!
@lewisgreen976
Жыл бұрын
Sorry I should have been more clear, I’m a newbie at sewing. I meant the width of the webbing ( left to right). I am sourcing my webbing online and it comes in 1” 2” etc. so i just want to make sure it’s accurate if I’m following this pattern 😊. Thanks so much for the prompt reply!
@EvieBear236
Жыл бұрын
@@lewisgreen976 one inch wide.
Where do I order a bag kit
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Linda! You can find all of our bag kits here: sewing.net/collections/pats-easy-tote-bag
Is the fabric too thick to make French seams to finish off the bag?
@KJSew
Жыл бұрын
My opinion, yes too thick. Love the bag idea, but not crazy about the raw edges inside. Course could bind the inside seams..
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
@@KJSew Yes you totally could bind the inside seams! Serging them also makes them look so much more clean as well!
what is the pad that you iron on please.
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Rowena! We love to use The June Tailor Cut And Press for small spaces! You can find that mat here: sewing.net/products/cutting-mat-quilters-cut-n-press-ii-teal-12in-x-18in-jt722
@rowenabrady6279
Жыл бұрын
thank so much.
What is the name of the liquid ❤
Why does it seem that the precut fabric was cut very wonky? Especially the vinyl?
@sewingstudiofl
Жыл бұрын
Hi Tanya, are you talking about in the video or did you find that your vinyl in a kit you ordered was a little wonky? We always cut more than you need for the kits to make up for if it isn't cut totally straight but we try our best to cut the pieces straight off of the huge vinyl rolls in the store. Please let us know if there was something wrong with a kit you ordered and how we can help!