37 people have no respect. I can't believe they thumbed this down. the amount of creativity and time it took to make this video is amazing. thank you for sharing!!!

@AJmakesIt

3 жыл бұрын

I said the same thing.... I'm like yal haters there is absolutely nothing wrong with this video she literally gave you every step and every peice of material she used...

@ushalax77

5 ай бұрын

It must be the jealous seamstresses thumbing it down. I made one and it turned out great! Such clear instructions. Very nice tutorial.👍👍

@RisingNutrition

5 ай бұрын

Agreed. It’s a great tutorial. Forget the haters.

@kimday844

3 ай бұрын

Very good video. You explained everything so well. Thank you, I can’t wait to make one!

@neeisme

2 ай бұрын

​@@ushalax77I'm with you! I'm making a 2nd one by request from the person I made my 1st one for!

Your tutorial was excellent! Your directions were clear and to the point. I’ve been sewing for 65 years, but someone who is new to sewing would have no problem following your tutorial. Great job!!!

I could watch you for days Svetlana - you explain things so clearly and at just the right pace!

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

that makes me so happy, thank you :)

@saintofgod1244

3 жыл бұрын

True

@MadeByTriniLena

3 жыл бұрын

I sew agree❤️🪡✂️🧵👛

@meadowlane637

3 жыл бұрын

So true! This is the first video of yours that I've watched and I plan on watching all of them now.

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing my friend

Thank you for this! I started sewing a similar bag from Pinterest but couldn't figure out the directions or the photos with it. Finally finished it tonight as a present for a friend thanks to your video.😄 The only difference is that I made my own handles from the extra fabric I already had.

@sotakhandmade

7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

This tutorial couldn't be more perfect unless you were physically sitting in my home teaching me! Your calming voice and detailed directions made me a new subscriber! I hope you have more tutorials like this one! Thank you for sharing your sewing 🧵 expertise! Be safe and healthy 😷Take Care! Happy Holidays!

@hopepadilla2410

3 жыл бұрын

This looks easy for me. It’s be a long while. I want to try first with canvas and faux leather. Before I use real leather. You make it look easy I would like to see how to make a small zip makeup bag or a small bag for medical device.

@ranasha5317

3 жыл бұрын

Same thoughts I have I made tote bag out of jeans cloth It came out perfect 🥰

@nikkimedlin6162

Жыл бұрын

Agreed ♥️ so clear, I successfully made a tote bag today. Thank you 😊

What a wonderful tutorial! This would make great Christmas gifts!

I bought a tote bag pattern off of Etsy and immediately was lost when I got the directions. So, I came to KZread to look for answers when I stumbled across this in-depth tutorial. As someone who only knows basic sewing skills, I was thrilled to find an easy video that catered to someone wanting to make a tote bag that wasn’t flimsy! I literally had this tutorial playing from start to finish and created a beautiful bag in 5 hours! Although it seems like a lot of time to some, I’m thoroughly impressed with myself 😂 I’m already starting my second one of the day. Thank you so much!

@sotakhandmade

10 ай бұрын

that's absolutely wonderful to hear :)

I can honestly say I have never seen anyone give such clear instructions. Brilliant!

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great honor, thank you 😘

@joycenichols8704

3 жыл бұрын

How do I go about your leather straps and polyester webbing

What a beautiful bag! I can't wait to get started on it. You have excellent teaching skills - your tutorial was fantastic!

This makes soooo much more sense to me than Others!!! THANKS!!!

I just finished my first bag thanks to this video. The only real difference with mine was I added a window in the outside panel for a dye sublimation print of my friend and her husband and then put on the interfacing to give it stability. She loved it. Thanks so much Svetlana!

@sotakhandmade

Ай бұрын

That is awesome!

Love the bag. This is one of the simplest videos I have come aross. The instructions are so simple

I made this bag, it was my first-ever. It was quite easy with my basic skills, I'm so proud of it! Thanks so much for a great tutorial!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing my friend

You are a fantastic teacher...clear, step by step instructions with clear visuals. My sewing group recommended your tutorials and I see why. Definitely making this. You’ve got another new subscriber! Thank you! 💕

Wow, what a clear, concise and descriptive tutorial. I think I can do it! Now to find a tutorial for making a bag with a drawstring top. Thank you!

@sotakhandmade

7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Finally I found a clear and easy way to make a tote as a beginner. Really appreciate it😊

@sotakhandmade

3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

I gasped when she turned it inside out (outside in?). Sooooo amazing!!!! Can’t wait to give it a go

I'll be making this one this weekend, actually 2 one for a dear friend, and 1 for myself! Can't wait for the next video! Thanks so very much, ANOTHER awesome tutorial!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing my friend

Your explanations are so clear and user friendly. Your one of the best. Thank you so much for your expertise !!!

I just bought your pattern and am so excited to make this this coming weekend. This tutorial removed a lot of the fear I had about making this. Thank you so much! I love your blog too! xoxox

@sotakhandmade

9 ай бұрын

Have fun!

Wow - great tutorial! So impressed that I went straight to Amazon and bought your book. Can’t wait to make this bag. Thank you!

@reneejones9662

3 жыл бұрын

There is a book! Oh no, I love books....

I just made myself a Chubby Tote Christmas Bag!! Thank you so much!!!

Made this with my daughter. So cool and easy to follow. Turned out great! Thank you for this!!

@sotakhandmade

10 ай бұрын

Yay, so happy to hear that.

I wish "YOU" could do all the tutorials that I need for all the different sewing projects I want to do. Thank you for such a Great tutorial!!!!

I just made my first bag and it was so much faster and easier than I thought it would be. Thanks so much for the tutorial, it’s perfect!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Victoria, how are you doing?

Love your step by step guide ❤ Love the way you explain ❤ Love your voice and the clarity ❤ Love the bag ❤ Thank you very much indeed for sharing your expertise and creation 🙏🙏🤗

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, how are you doing my friend

You are amazing! I am a new sewer and this project was easy to follow because of your explanations and the demonstration of each step. My family will enjoy their Christmas presents this year! Thank you.

@sotakhandmade

8 ай бұрын

Wonderful!

You explain everything so perfectly and succinctly!

Such a great step by step tutorial. I’m thinking of making my own bags to take to the grocery store, which would save from using so much plastic bags. Thank you!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Karen

OMG! your tutorial was fabulous you explain it all so simple I love it I am going to make this bag, Thank you!

I found this so clear and helpful! have watched many tutorials and this was super easy to follow thank you for posting!

I found you on KZread last year and made several of your bags. You are simply the best instructor I’ve watched. I’ve ordered the instructions for the various sizes of the chubby Totes. Thank you for making these videos.

Thank you so much!! I just made my mother in law this in a jacquard and quilting cotton lining for her birthday (Just After Christmas ) thank you for giving me the confidence that I can make it- and yes! Everything matched up beautifully!!

Love the simplicity of this tutorial. I would love to see an add on for adding a recessed zipper. Your videos are so easy to follow.

@Sh0elace12

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I seem to best understand these tutorials and am anxiously awaiting each new video. A recessed zipper would be perfect!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, how are you doing my friend?

I’m so happy and pleased with my new tote bag! Your instructions were spot on!! So easy yet unique and beautiful! Only took a few hours from start to finish!! Thank you for this great tutorial!

Love this tutorial!! I’ve sewn forever and many bags as well, but I like this approach so much better! Thank you so much!!!

I just found your site today. Your the first seamstress that I could follow and understand your instructions from start to finish. I hope I get a new machine soon and I will be making these bags. By the way. I love your accent, it's very nice.

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Wanda

Thank you Svetlana. Your tutorials are always so clear. These would make wonderful Christmas gifts.

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea, enjoy 😊

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Amanda, how are you doing?

How gorgeous. I love your choice of fabrics and your style of teaching. Thank you for generously sharing your expertise.

This tutorial was absolutely the most fun to watch!! Being new to sewing, my favorite part was seeing how the lining & outer fabric were assembled and then sewn together...your instructions are flawless & I agree that it was as if you were sitting next to me in my sewing room.💕 Can't wait to make bags for my family & friends!!!

You did such a great job with the instructions, I believe even I could sew this bag!! Thank you!

I made this bag this afternoon, and I’m pretty inexperienced ( I’ve been sewing 7 months) and it took me about 3 hours. It turned out fabulous! Love this tutorial! Thank you, btw... this is an excellent size to use as an everyday purse!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing my friend

Just made my first two. I forgot how long it takes to cut the fabric, I cut 4, only had time to finish two. Next time I'll cut ahead. Really great tutorial, and super easy to follow. My bags look great, I am impressed. Thanks! I also used your handle making tutorial.

Excellent tutorial. Even a beginner can sew this in an evening. I've used black felt for the exterior and patterned fabric from clothes I was going to get rid of as lining- looks like a designer bag at next to no cost!

Thank you so much for this amazing tutorial! Love from Greece

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing my friend?

I can’t wait to try this out! Thank you so much for sharing!

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carol

Omg....i could listen to you for days hon.... Sooo pleasing voice and an EXCELLENT tutorial in general!! I have TONS of ideas. Thank you - thank you :)

I made this bag last night and love it! Thank you for a detailed tutorial! I'm going to give them as Christmas gifts.

Love the detail in your tutorial Svetlana! One small tip, before you close up the lining seam in the bottom, if you sew a couple stitches on the wrong sides with the corner seams matched it anchors the corners in place so they don't shift inside. This helps if you make them washable or if you make them reversible.

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Great tip, thank you 😘

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, how are you doing my friend?

very clearly explained and easy to follow

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Aine, how are you doing

I can’t thank you enough for this perfectly simple to follow tutorial, I have made many of these bags and am delighted with the results.

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, how are you doing my friend?

Thank you for making it as easy as possible to understand 💖 I’m new to sewing & I cannot wait to try this!

That was super. You did it so well and the explanation was spot on. Loved your accent too. Definitely making this over the weekend 👍🏼

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing?

@luvasci8368

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerrylamore5551 I’m awesome 👍🏼

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

@@luvasci8368 how are you doing my friend

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

@@luvasci8368 hope you are safe from the virus

Omg I can’t wait to try this, tyfs!

Thank you. You are very clear in both your verbal and visual direction. I just completed my first-ever sewing project. I changed the dimensions which was right for my purposes and I used a second-hand quilted material as the outer fabric, which made the project a little more challenging than I would have liked, but your instructions got me through. Great tutorial!

What a wonderful teacher you are. I love this chubby bag 🤗😍 This would be great for many things, knitting or crochet to go, adult coloring books, anything! There's so much space.

Amazing as always. I personally like leaving the opening on a side seam as opposed to the bottom seam because I like my lining to sit as flat as possible on the bottom.

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

yes, that's definitely a good option.

@karlak.7862

3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes I'll hand stitch it closed with a ladder stitch to keep it neat. I don't like the machine stitch at the bottom either. 😊

@itsmyparty4637

3 жыл бұрын

I always cover a strong cardboard base board and slip it inside, it stops the lining from moving up and makes a nice ridged base.

I'm glad KZread recommended this channel to me. Your instructions are simple and easy to follow and your editing is great. I'm looking forward to watching more of your content. =)

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, how are you doing my friend?

This tutorial is absolutely perfect. Im gonna buy my fabric and i'm definitely rewatching this tutorial you explained everything so well! ☺😁😀😍

I’m following your tutorial and making two bags. One for me and one for my daughter. Very clear instructions. Love it. Thanks

Absolutely love this idea. Great teaching methods that you have. I made one overall about 2 inches bigger and every dimension and used canvas webbing belt fabric for the handles and old upholstery fabric for the bag. I needed it take enough to carry my iPad holder and my tablet and it’s just the ticket. Went together seamlessly no pun intended. I’ll be watching your channel for more great ideas thank you Marjorie from Georgia US

This was so easy because you were so easy and detailed in your explanation and pace!!! I chose vinyl for my outside panel and it is so darling! I love it!!!

I love bags and couldn’t wait to come home from work to get started in this and just now finished it. I love it! It is the perfect size. I have some leopard print vinyl and want to make another with it! Thank you so much for a great tutorial! 💕

Thank you for this wonderful video! So easy to follow along. I’ve now made two of these bags and proudly given them away as gifts!

I've made several bags, drawstring, and Kam snap bags using another of Svetlana's patterns available on Etsy. Directions/fabric measurements worked perfectly. Thank you for this video!

My favorite tutorial. I refer to it often.

I love how you iron your seams open on bag projects. I never thought of doing it that way. I can’t wait to make a bag and try it. Thanks for teaching me something new and super useful.

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

I made this for my 89 year old mother for a Christmas gift. It turned out so pretty! I used an old woven belt from my son's closet for the handles, she LOVES it! Thank you for sharing your talents!

Fantastic bag! and what a fantastic teacher! Clear, calm, precise. Thank you so much - I can't wait to make dozens of these with my stash!

thank you for the detailed tutorial. I cut it out yesterday evening and sewed it this morning. I am so proud, it is a beautiful tote. Will use this to sew more totes..

Beautiful, classy bags. I can see your experience and competence. It would take me a while to make such beautiful bags. Excellent choice of fabrics too!

I’ve just made my first tote bag ever using your wonderful tutorial. I used a lovely linen/cotton fabric with blue anchors and a navy duck canvas lining with navy leather handles. It’s turned out gorgeous! I’m thrilled. Definately the first of many and I now know what my “secret Santa” contribution will be at Christmas!! Thankyou so much for your patience and excellent teaching xx.

Thank you for this tutorial, you explain things so well. I enjoy making totes and your use of leather handles give tote a classy look.

@jerrylamore5551

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Laura, how are you doing?

I made this bag today. It was very easy and it’s so cute! Thank you for exact instructions!

I’ve been sewing for a year now. Mostly bags and little pouches. I’ve followed a number of people and tutorials on KZread to learn. I still struggle. After watching just two of your, very well explained videos, I see exactly what I’m doing wrong! Thank you so much for the wonderful information. I love your channel!

Just followed the instructions to make this bag and it couldn’t be easier. I’ve made it for my daughter to carry her works things to and from. Hope she likes it. Thank you so much for the tutorial, it couldn’t have been easier.

I love your calm, quiet yet confident manner of speaking and presenting. Thank you for sharing your talent and knowledge in such a restful way.

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

So nice of you

I made a bag in hours this weekend. So easy and I love it!! Thank you!!

Thank you for sharing. I love your style of tutorials they are straight forward and precise in details that makes them extremely easy to follow.

Hello ,I’ve just come across your channel and your way of teaching is so clear and straight forward. Every part of the pattern was explained straight to the point and it was amazing. Thank you so much. 💞💞💞

What an absolutely professional tutorial! Each step along the way was detailed and demonstrated with clarity. I'm so happy I found your channel and can't wait to make this bag!! Thank you so much!

You provide excellent directions and the camera angles are very helpful. Thank you!

Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial! I love this tote and I will using two printed fabrics so that it can be used as a reversible tote and hand-stitch the opening closed.

You are a very good teacher. You explain EVERYTHING perfectly. Thank you.

I’ve seen tons of tote bag videos and I found yours to be the easiest. I believe it’s because of the way you explained so clearly. Thank you so much. Not everyone is gifted with teaching, YOU, definitely are!!! Thanks again.

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you!

I never get tired of your wonderful videos. You are an amazing designer and teacher. 💐

Don’t know why I’ve never seen any of your projects. You have a very clear way of instructing without a lot of unnecessary talking. New sub

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

that's quite a compliment, thank you :)

I LOVE this bag! The tutorial taught me so much and you made this tutorial so easy to follow! Thank you!

Fantastic easy instructions. Thank you! I finished my first one for my daughter. Now I am going to make myself one!! Very easy to follow. Thank you.

Oh my gosh - This is the best bag tutorial ever. And I think I've watched them all!!!

Hi Svetlana, I made two of the chubby tote bags for Christmas presents this year (2020). Your directions were clear and so easy to follow. The items turned out perfect and I know the recipients will get good use out of them. Thanks so much!

I have made these bags myself. This tutorial makes it so simple to the novice sewer. Excellent instructions on sewing this lovely bag!

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Fantastic tutorial. This method looks way easier than the way I have been doing lined tote bags. Thanks so much

This was perfect! I made the large size using some African fabric that I brought back from vacation. I’m ready to make another one!

@sotakhandmade

6 ай бұрын

Wonderful!

I made this bag in just a few hours and I was taking my time during this cold snowy day! Love it! TY for such a wonderful tutorial! I used faux leather straps only because I never sewed leather before was scared it would be too thick, it still looks classy! I’m thinking of moving to heavyweight interfacing next time and maybe add a hook closure or something!

This is a simple but beautiful tutorial. Easy to understand. I am sure going to make it. God bless you for sharing your knowledge with us

Thank you so much for the detailed, professional explanation. It is such a pleasure to watch your videos. Please keep on making new videos. Respect 👍

Made my first bag ever following your video and it looks fabulous! Thank you!

I have just finished making the chubby tote bag and l am thrilled with how it has turned out. Your explanation makes things so easy to understand for a beginner sewer as l am! Thank you, can't wait to get started on my next project. Happy sewing 🧵🧵🧵

@sotakhandmade

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

Love the simplicity that your instructions make this bag. I will be a follower of yours, thank you.