CRAFT FAIR SERIES 2023| FUN FABRIC TOTE BAGS| EASY TUTORIAL START TO FINISH!

[@Lseney]

Love that fabric

[@Sand-Lind]

I will be making some of these. Will put a snap at the top between the handles.

[@kelliannoakey2050]

The red and white stripes look fabulous with the Grinch fabric!! So adorable.

[@deborahramirez3445]

I love this so much. I do not know how to sew but, three years ago I was gifted a sewing machine and all I ever made were face masks and I donated them. Thank you for inspiring me to put my machine to good use. You are so sweet , talented and very generous for taking the time to show the You Tube craft community how to make these. I hope you sell out of all your craft goodies at your craft show. You definitely put a smile on my face.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

aww thank you!!

[@lilliebonds2482]

Love this!!!

[@kevinanddeb8829]

I have been sewing since my mother started teaching me at four years old. I am 61 now and still learning. It's a hobby that can continue to grow with you. Don't be afraid to mess up. I am my own worst critic, nothing is ever perfect. Then I look at the junk in stores and my stuff is pretty good 😂.

[@karenraabis5296]

I love your sewing videos!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you

[@donnawest4713]

Deanna is so talented with such a variety of craft and sewing ideas. I made over 25 cell phone purses following her tutorial. She is down to earth. Love that she mentioned her sisters.

[@Lseney]

It’s adorable

[@SHYsArt]

A very nice tutorial. You make it look so easy.

[@deborahclark6186]

This was so wonderful to watch. I love paper crafting, I so loved sewing. I haven't done any sewing in about 7 years. I had to get my machine fixed. So I will be making some of these baskets. I made all the guys ties and cummerbund in my 2nd , and made my daughter's gown for my wedding. and a gown for her father's wedding , she was a bridemaid.

[@dscraftsandhauls]

Those are adorable! TFS

[@daleparker515]

I love that design on that material. The bag is just so cute. I loved watching the tutorial. Thank you.

[@elizabethviscusi923]

Love, Love, Love your tote & the grinch fabric you picked out! Enjoy!! TFS & God Bless...

[@MsSluggoP]

So darling! I’m going to a quilt retreat with 8 girls and this is the perfect little gift I’m going to fill with candy and treats for each girl to have by their tables. Thank you for this video 🎉❤

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Welcome

[@Nova.1]

Omg i want to make these bags soooo bad, but i dont have a sewing machine anymore. I sewed years ago and this would be pretty easy. And i just loooove grinch anything. Last year i changed my tree to a grinch theme. I usually try not to watch your sewing videos cuz it makes me want a sewing machine again lol. Sorry. TFS.

[@RoseD2016]

I love these totes! I predict they will be a sellout Deanna! They are fabulous ….great sewing!! 🤗💖🦋

[@blessedoverlander4864]

I love this bag. You have always been a great teacher in sewing! You helped me get over the fear of Zippers! Thanks for sharing!❤

[@dianechristy8011]

I wish I did have a song machine but I don't. But I love that fabric. Thank you for sharing.

[@gailnash298]

I'm not a fan of the Grinch but must say the fabric is adorable. And the striped interior is perfect. Good job! I love making bags....large and small. Such fun. I enjoyed your video very much. Thank you!⛄❄🎄🎁

[@lisamills8139]

I really appreciate the complete process from start to finish! Thank you so much.

[@CM0211]

These are so cute. It’s been about 20 years since I’ve sewed. Now I want to give it a try again!

[@volaoran5757]

I love these bags. I am goi g to try this. Thank you for sharing .

[@pennydunn7650]

Love the bag ideas

[@wynneannespano8972]

I absolutely love this bag. I wish I was a sewer. My granddaughter would love this bag. Can’t wait to see the video with pricing.

[@katherineclark7687]

Deana, thank you so much for the ideas, directions, and being so willing to share your stuff, I have been binging on your videos, you have given me so many ideas

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@tmhferjen]

This video is fantastic! Thanks so much for showing everything step by step. You made it so easy to understand. Love your tote!! ♥️

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@leticiat24465]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial! Love it.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@vee5194]

Very cute bag!!

[@kathiehayes865]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been watching your channel for about two years now since discovering you… and you’re a talented lady. I’m definitely making these bags for Christmas gifts filled with goodies for my grandchildren and great grandchildren.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@donna9657]

These are fabulous. Thanks for sharing

[@jeanlebaron7628]

What a great way to use layer cakes (10x10 coordinating fabrics, sold in packages of 40 or 42) and scraps for the handles!! I love these! ❤❤ Thanks, Deanna!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@marydykes1933]

Love them! And the fabric is So fun!!

[@KarenLeanneCreates2024]

QUESTION on pricing please: Deanna, I love the idea that I can use up my random stash of quilting cotton prints with this design! I just made one up with 2 inner pockets across the entire width, placed at 2.5" up from the cut bottom edges. One is divided for smaller items, the other is full sized. Then I attached a loose D. Ring strap that goes over the top between the handles, with a narrow 12" scrap sewn ito a tie on the center front. Also, I cut a pair that started with a 10×12" cut. SO, as a Stand-alone or Basic crochet/ embroidery tote, how should I begin toprice these? I'm building inventory for a 9 day event at the County Fair, and am getting so much inspiration from you!!! Thanks so much for the idea, and your reply!❤ Karen

[@kerstintaugher1793]

Thank you for the step by step instructions. These are precious! Great gift ideas! Thank you!

[@bonniekane8547]

Thank you for this video! Your instructions were very clear without a lot of repetition or time wasting. I am inspired to make a bunch of these for my family. Thank you!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@abbie10001]

These are awesome! I’m going to add grommets and ribbon and make reusable gift bags that can be tied shut for the snoopers in my family!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Great idea!!

[@tracistenner7791]

i love this material!!!! the bags turned out adorable. these are the best and easiest little bags to make. i love making them so fun and easy!!!! TFS

[@michellerace8520]

I love how these turned out. I cant wait to see the other ones you make

[@debk1915]

Oh goodness, these bags are adorable!! ❤❤ what a lovely gift they would make with homemade/handmade goodies inside.

[@AS-lm9xm]

Those are so cute, and yes pretty easy, I want to try to make them. Thank you for sharing.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@cyvonn]

Whenever I make bags, I leave the bottom corner triangle in (vs cutting the square out) for two reasons. The first is that if for whatever reason a thread breaks, you don't have a hole in the corner of the bag. Secondly it gives a little more stability to the bottom of the bag, especially if you're putting a bottom in it.

[@suemobus5906]

Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for sharing. You are incredible!💕

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you so much!

[@teresacahlik6887]

This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thanks for watching!

[@jmarcos1008]

These are super cute. I am not good at sewing, unfortunately. These bags would be awesome for any holiday to put little gifts in, and it would be a gift in itself 😊 thank you.

[@migdaliarodriguez1995]

Thank you Deanna for this wonderful tutorial. I truly enjoyed it and appreciate it as well. I love the adorable totes. Hugs

[@karlafrizzelle4794]

These bags are absolutely adorable!!! I'm going to make some for my grandkids for Christmas!!! Love it!!!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Have fun!

[@kidjayjay2772]

Deanna, I have followed your channel for years, and this is the cutest project I've ever seen, and I'm going to make one for my granddaughter. You are soooo talented. Thank you for going step by step. As you have made it look so easy ❤

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you so much!

[@janicemcendarfer8093]

Love your video. ❤ Clear easy to follow and no crazy music.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Glad you liked it!

[@peggymccubbin4142]

I always make my opening on my lining. Easier to sew shut for me. Thanks for sharing.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@amyyoshikawa7698]

Hi crafty Deanna very pretty tote bags for your craft fair 👍😀💗

[@angelaredman3373]

Thank you so so much for your inspirational video. I love the tote bag, and I watched it all the way through as I'm going to try and make one. ❤xxx

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@craftysue519]

OMG, I am such a Grinch fanatic! So happy you picked that fabric to make this tutorial. How fun is that? Awesome tote and great idea for your craft fair!! Hugs 🦋❤️🦋❤️

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome! ❤️🌸😊

[@honeybee1969tc]

Love the grinch tote bag. Super cute!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you!! 😊

[@brandiphelps3510]

These are so stinkin CUTE! I just discovered your channel! Great tutorial!!! Thank Deanna!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Welcome!!

[@minicreationsbyv8520]

Such a great idea and size. These are so sweet and look so simple. I have 2 weeks of school left, and then I will be able to get my craft on, lol. I'm so excited. Tyfs. Hugs

[@craftybrowngirl1843]

Love the bag, it’s beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

[@deborahakahopeclark9244]

Deanna thank you so very much for this tutorial, I am very new to sewing and I now feel I can do this. Your a great teacher! ❤

[@nananana1976]

I love listening your stories about your life while watching you craft amazing things🤗

[@shellyross2019]

This was a fantastic tutorial. I don't sew and don't own a sewing machine, but I sure want to give this a try! Thanks, Deanna! ❤

[@sarahebert6091]

I adore your fabric choices! If you are mass producing for a craft fair, fuse a large piece of the fleece to an equal size piece of fabric, then cut several pieces of the outside layer at once. These are all simple shapes to cut out quickly. I’m not a fan of all the cutting and try to get as much of it as possible out of the way. 😊

[@dking1362]

Great time saver! Good idea.

[@barbaraharrold5361]

These are super cute:)

[@carolkerner8143]

Great tip thank you

[@dking1362]

Needed to add another comment....wanted you to know I have made 4 of these in the past couple of days! Made several mistakes along the way, but they were part of the learning process. Made mine 10x12. I have never made ANY bags before, and I just really enjoyed making these! They are simple - not a single gather, zipper, or dart! Unlike a quilt, they take little space. They offer endless color and pattern combinations, which keeps it fresh. The best part is using up some of the fabrics in my stash! Thank you so much for this tutorial-I'm having a blast!

[@vickiemcdowell3642]

At craft fairs,how much do you recommend selling these for

[@dking1362]

@@vickiemcdowell3642 If you see below, I asked the OP and she said $15-18. Based on my (new, somewhat limited) knowledge, I think that is right. I am charging $15. I have some really cute remnants that will cost me zero to use; I went to Joann's yesterday and bought some extra cuts to coordinate with fabric that I already had. One-third of a yard (each, of 2 different fabrics) is all you need, so it can be relatively inexpensive depending on the price of fabric you choose. The most expensive part was the interfacing-bought a bunch at 50% off yesterday. It is pricey! I have learned I can make 3 bags from 2 yards of interfacing (Pellon comes 20 inches wide, so it is perfect for 2 ten-inch bags to be cut out of it.) My final cost for one bag is somewhere between $4 and $6. Hope all this detail helps and isn't more confusing!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

I am so glad you are having fun!!!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

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[@audreyfreiermuth8620]

Adorable! Love them. Thank you Deanna for another wonderful tutorial! Much appreciated.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@anunknownknown]

Love that you are so thorough! I love making totes of all sizes. Something occurred to me recently, so I'll mention it now. I "collect" all my sewing waste suc as in pins, needles, blades. I recycle plastic jars as a container it put it all in, then on hazard waste collection day, I drop it off. Makes me feel good that my used needles, pins, blades won't end up in the landfill - hopefully!!

[@mwalt2628]

When you first showed the bag I was intimidated, but when you showed step by step, it looks like I could do it. Thank you!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You can do it!

[@roseanneshappycraftycreati6126]

I love these bags ! I don’t know how to sew . My mother was a pro at it ! I love this idea can’t wait to see them when your done .

[@tinaholloway1542]

Love the bags

[@maddie7196]

These tutorial videos are simply the best! You consistently provide the best crafting ideas and I can't get enough of this cute tote bag. Thanks!

[@laurieallen8040]

These bags are adorable and what a great idea!

[@findlayhunter4934]

I like making bags and always like to see other techniques.

[@sharonhill3530]

I haven't really sewed in over forty years other than hems and buttons, in high school I made all my clothes. You make it look so easy again. I love your videos they are so easy to follow.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@valerielewis7975]

Love your crafting style!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you! 😊

[@bakerwannabe4435]

Great video and tutorial. Thank you.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are welcome!

[@lillianmartinez1593]

What a cute tote!! Thank you so much for sharing this project. It is so good to be able to do so many different crafts.🤩

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you! 😊

[@janglasserscrafttreasures8161]

This was a great tutorial. I love the bags!!

[@debbiestowe3308]

Loved it. Hope you have a good week.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you! You too!

[@dawnandersen6235]

I also was gifted a sewing machine. Sadly, have not used it much, but you made that look fairly easy. I am most definitely going to try this. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@lynferrara2845]

Soooo adorable! What a super easy and fun project... Thank you!!!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

You are so welcome!

[@lindagk23]

Deanna these are adorable!!! Love that fabric!!!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thanks so much!

[@mariaserpa-gauvin8405]

Very very cute! Your instructions are very clear. I need to get my sewing machine and give this project a try! Sending hugs

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Have fun!

[@barbarameehan113]

I love this. I will make these for Christmas. Thank you.😁

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Hope you enjoy

[@nancygriffith6493]

i sew my tote bags just like you HOWEVER there is another way to sew them. I dont know if it is faster or not. The first seam is the top edge. Take an outer and a lining piece and place right sides together. Insert the handles and sew across. Now you have an outer and a lining with handles in the middle. Sew the other half. Lay flat, right sides together making sure the lining pieces are together. Be careful not to catch the handles and sew around all four sides. Sew the corners and turn inside out. I hope I have explained it well. ---Nancy

[@dotlaing1085]

I always sew mine the way you described..x

[@annkinney2043]

Thank you so much for the tutorial! I want to give this a try for sure.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Please do!

[@deborahcook3707]

Deanna thank you for this sewing lesson. I absolutely adore these bags. I know now I will be adding these in to my craft shows. So cute and easy yea.

[@debbewojack7211]

Thank you so much Deanna❤ I just finished my bag and it came out really great! I haven't really sewn anything in years. I just use my machine for mending. You made it easy and I'm so glad you showed the entire process. I'll be making more things now because you really inspired me.

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

I am so glad!

[@ginayoder3765]

I really like the way you package your crafts for craft fairs. Lots of nice details. Your prices are very reasonable too!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you so much!

[@candicerimell2601]

Thank you for this tutorial, I missed this one somehow, I’ve come from watching you pack them. I will give these ago, thank you for taking the time to explain how to make these I haven’t made one before, but you done such a fantastic job in your tutorial I feel confident enough to try it. Thank you again you are amazing, I am very much a fan of all you do. ❤🎄🎅🏼☃️

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you

[@Maggief99]

This is so cute!!! I make and sell them, but without the handles - love the handles on them!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thank you! 😊

[@dianajackman7213]

The Grinch tote is adorable! ❤

[@sewinclined923]

Instead of backstitching you could shrink your Stitch length to a 1.0 or a 0.8 only about four or five stitches and that will lock your Stitch also then you don't see a back stitch anywhere on your item.

[@julissaofcalifornia9614]

This is a great tutorial! The only thing I would change is instead of putting the opening to turn it inside out on the side put it on the top to save time. You’re going to do a topstitch on there anyway, to make the seam not as visible when it’s if it’s reversible

[@tracywaryck7630]

I love watching your videos! Your sewing instructions are so easy to follow and you make the most adorable things!❤

[@leisacarnahan7647]

Those are so adorable!

[@LaurasPlansAndCrafts]

I watched this whole thing through and it seems super easy. I saved it to work on later :) I finally was able to sew a little bit last week in a class I took and we made Harry Potter tote bags. Can’t wait to try this! TFS, Deanna 💕🌸🩷

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Glad it helped!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Glad it helped!

[@patriciaalfaro1317]

Love it ❤

[@Peppermint_Paper]

These are so fun! Great tutorial!

[@juliebatista6666]

Those are super cute!❤

[@jocelynhernandez4467]

It is cute and pretty❤️

[@dominiquekey2662]

Love this tutorial ! Great job! I am going to make all reusable gift bags for Christmas this year. Thank you

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Wonderful!

[@judithdavis7437]

They are so adorable!!

[@debleighton-bowlby3412]

Love it!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thanks!!

[@garnetcrites8959]

Just found your video and enjoyed it so, so much. Thank you. I did subscribe so I can see what other wonderful things you come up with. I love to sew and craft as well. God Bless and keep up the great work.💕

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Thanks for subbing!

[@baseballquilter]

First time viewer! Very cute gift bag. My cousin LOVES the grinch!🥰 I am going to make one of these using the same fabrics. I know she will love this for Christmas.🌲 Thank you!

[@CraftyCraftsByDeanna]

Awesome! Thank you!