How to make a reversible heavy duty tote Strong upholstery fabric shopping bag Sew to Sell or gift

[@amy5376]

You are my FAVORITE sewing artist! I always learn so much

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Amy😀

[@eamonbamon]

As others have commented, you're simply the best Christine. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Eamon ☺️

[@catjones2684]

What a great bag ! And a perfect tutorial too. Your content is the best on KZbin

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Wow, thank you Cat😀

[@connieacree4006]

I love the way you make the tote bags. Your instructions are so clear. I'm from Nebraska, USA. Thank you for sharing. God bless. ❤❤❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Connie. Thank you😁

[@georgycolson9671]

Oh, those are perfect! There are always people looking for something like that!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Georgy. They're very sturdy too😀

[@mustluvteaching]

What a fantastic bag. I love the contrast on the bottom. Thanks for the clear and detailed instructions.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It was a pleasure😁

[@dianerhymes1875]

I really like your design! I have bought some fabric with just a vague idea of how I wanted to sew it up. Now I know that it is gonna be like your bag!!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's fabulous Diane. Happy sewing!😀

[@amy5376]

Thank you. You answered every question with such beautiful grace! 😍

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Amy. That's so lovely😀

[@heathersretirementshenanig6785]

What a lovely bag! I wanted to learn how to make a good quality bag and this video is perfect. I'm gonna make a couple of shopping bags for hubby and I. If I'm able to do a good job maybe I can eventually sell some bags myself. I appreciate your time and your videos, thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You can do it Heather. Hope you sell heaps😀

[@chickadeeacres3864]

Now that is a beautiful bag. Form and function with artistic flare! I’m inspired! I have a lot of canvas and upholstery fabrics to choose from.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They'd be perfect Chickadee😁

[@jodydistefano5964]

I made one of these bags and I love it! I used upholstery on both sides and did not have a problem, yay!! No broken needles and I used a medium stabilizer too, it feels like a cooler bag, lol Thanks so much I love your Chanel and love hearing your voice❤❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's wonderful Jody. Thanks for sharing😁

[@GsportsSoccer]

Really nice Christine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Brooke😀

[@GloriaHasberry]

Great bag and excellent focus on durability by reinforced stitching!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Gloria😀

[@suewalsh4216]

Great size for a tote, it will hold heaps of stuff. No risk of ripping seams or handles coming off. Doing what it's supposed to do. 5 stars Christine 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Sue. Are you feeling better?

[@suewalsh4216]

@Christine's Home Affairs over the dreaded covid and itching to get back in my sewing room. As soon as I can stop napping all day! I went 3 years avoiding the damn thing. Oh well, thems the breaks. 😁 Thank you so much for asking 💐

[@irenewatson6612]

What a beautiful bag! Love the reversability. Another great GREAT job! WELL DONE! 💕

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Glad you like it Irene. Thank you😊

[@sherryantonelli3416]

Awesome bag! I like the contrast on the bottom and the handles. Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much Sherry😀

[@sally-anneshotter9174]

Another great project and that machine makes Light work of all that fabric

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It sure does Sally-Anne😀

[@pamelaweaver127]

Thank you! Your videos are so helpful!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Pamela🙂

[@lorainejones2375]

What a great tutorial! Thank you for the great ideas and techniques!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Loraine😀

[@Baggs1026]

love watching your videos you make it look so easy . You inspire me.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Ann😀

[@queenslanddiva]

Love this one. Thanks Christine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome. Thank you😀

[@lesleygilbert1945]

I've made a few reversible bags - always nice to have a choice of fabrics to choose from on the day. Hope you sell them both as they are great looking sturdy bags 🤩

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Lesley. You're right, it's good to have choices😊

[@dianneswanlund3295]

Thank you for the great tutorial. I will be making a large number of totes for a charity donation and I will definitely be using your method

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Dianne. Happy sewing!😀

[@NatureAndOther]

Great bag, very nice explanation ❤️👍

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Roni😁

[@maryhull531]

So beautifully done and explained . Very clear instructions .

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Mary😀

[@alisonerasmus2686]

Hi Christine, Thank you so much. 🤗😘, Best Regards, Alison

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

My pleasure Alison. Thank you😁

[@Venetia2]

Thank you once again Christine. A wonderful sturdy bag. You are so good at talking through every step. Great instructions and what a pleasure to watch. Cant wait to get sewing😊. I also love the way you advise pricing. I never know what to charge for items i make so i only ever give them as gifts. But since i found you i have confidence in how to price items i make. Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing everything❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Venetia. Thank you😁

[@Lyndendance]

I love this! I really like the way you put the lining in too, it’s so neat. Thank you for sharing 🥰

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Lynden, I hadn't lined this bag before😀

[@Lyndendance]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs by the way, I think 65 dollars is cheap. That’s about £35 in uk, which is very reasonable. Your bag is definitely worth that.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Lynden😊

[@conniedetevis2119]

Very nice sturdy bag ! Thank you for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Connie. Glad you like it😀

[@chromegirl2175]

That's a beautiful bag! I love the striped contrast fabric. (When you said "raw", it made me think of my dear English mother. That's how she pronounced it. Funny how little things bring back memories when someone you loved is no longer with you.)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks ChromeGirl. I'm glad I've bought back some fond memories for you😁

[@judifisher8703]

Looks great Christine. Love it.😃

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Judi😀

[@evekankam6744]

That’s a lovely bag,thanks for sharing

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Eve😀

[@jaytopham8514]

Hi Christine. Great tutorial; thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Jay😀

[@karentoynton8948]

This is really nice I would like it myself, hehe thanks for sharing . Take care.x

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Karen😀

[@lindaeversberg1646]

Christine, I absolutely love your videos. Your instructions are always so clear and complete. I love this particular bag and plan on making several. I’m going to try to locate some of the upholstery fabric from upholsterers if possible. I am in Houston, TX in the US. Keep these great videos coming.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Linda. I hope you score some fabric too😁

[@kaypatterson1378]

Very attractive bag. Thanks

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Kay😀

[@sharondebord8036]

Just subscribed to your channel. I like how you go into detail while making the bag. I know I am going to continue following your tutorials!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks for subbing Sharon. Welcome!😀

[@MsFlashfry]

❤ love it!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Doreen😁

[@patmaddux.9962]

There you go again with another great tutorial. You are a favorite of mine. I should make several of these for groceries.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I like to keep you busy Pat😁

[@szelop]

Nice bags! Thanks for the tutorial!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome😀

[@bettydarling2445]

Nice! I like the accent bottom and side sewn handles

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Betty😀

[@janetsheehan6983]

Great Christine!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Janet😀

[@millymolly5266]

Thanks Christine. I especially appreciate your views on possible selling price.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Milly Molly😀

[@halimashouse4899]

I love all your videos. Can you please make a Fanny bag / bum bag video please?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It's on my very soon to do list Halima😁

[@danielgower9039]

Another great video - thanks!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Daniel😀

[@unknowinglystrict6640]

Awesome bag I will be making it soon …. I hope 😮wonderful instructions TFS

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome😀

[@bevschutt848]

Thanks Christine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're welcome Bev😀

[@canarieswithkaren1]

Thank you so much. I've been looking for a sturdy shopping bag to make. I love your videos. ❤ please can I make a suggestion? Would it be possible to show the bag you've made at the start of the videos, so we can see what the project is? Anyway, greetings from the UK and your videos are fantastic 🎉

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you. I don't often have a finished bag to show at the beginning of the videos KP. Often I'm making it up as I go😀

[@KatiFalk1]

You look especially nice with your hair up and pulled back.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Kati. I'm 5 months post shoulder reconstruction, and am looking forward to the day I can raise my arm up high enough to put it all up again😁

[@sherrybradshaw6504]

Love, love love your videos. Do you have any tips on how to sew a flat seam when making lined totes with upholstery fabric. Beautiful bags. Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Sherry. I have an idea in mind. Will work on something😁

[@MadeByTriniLena]

Awesome 🧵✅

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Arlene😁

[@bindilabaraba]

Christine, please show us how to make nice-looking zipper inserts. Not the set-in type but maybe like at the top of a cosmetic bag.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I have a few cosmetic bags with zips across the top where I've used tabs that might suit. Did you want a tutorial for a latger bag?😀

[@bindilabaraba]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Perhaps extending the zipper with tabs then sewing the side seams on the tabs (instead of the zipper) would produce a better-looking finished product. Don't mind the extra steps. I will look for your cosmetic bag tutorials. I sure love the tutorials as I sew and sell for dog rescue. Like seeing your pup!

[@catjones2684]

On. A. Roll!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cat😀

[@unickmatanda5465]

Thank you so much .

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're most welcome Unick. Thank you😁

[@mareedempsey9390]

Great tutorial! You make it look so easy! How long roughly does it take? Would make great Christmas gifts! I was just going to make simple tote bags without the base, but I like the durability of this style!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

This certainly is very sturdy Maree. It's been a while since I made these ones, but you should get it done in under an hour or so😀

[@gigiflame6454]

Love the bag. We could use a little of the wash away tape to keep the base edges lined up, right?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Yes you can Gigi. I did that with the second bag 😁

[@vickisparks5612]

Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're welcome Vicki. Thank you😁

[@CrypticConversions]

I am loving your vids! I have an idea for a hidden pocket in a tote. Make an inside zip pocket that is set within the lining, Within that pocket, facing the outside of the purse, make a welt pocket with a large 'flange' of material covering it very well, using the same material that was used for the rest of the inside of the zippered pocket. This welted, flanged pocket would be virtually invisible to anyone that might open the zipped pocket. Just a thought. I hope it's not confusing. LOL😂😂💕💞

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I love this idea. I've been mulling it over, and have a plan for a video. I'm going to make a start on it tomorrow😊 Thank you

[@CrypticConversions]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Awesome!

[@vickisparks5612]

Hi Cristine it Vicky from U.S. can you tell me what stabilizer i should use for the bags please Thanks 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Hi Vicki. I've always used whatever I have at hand. It also depends on the fabric I'm using at the time😁

[@sandrahawks5616]

What size needle and is a regular sewing machine okay to use often? I ordered some free canvas left overs and one piece seems very thick.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Sandra, on my domestic machines, I would use 90/14 or 100/16 needles😁

[@giovannacasadio9600]

Love your videos, but I have a complaint. There are too many ads. I got around 6 different ones, and in 21 minutes, it is a lot. I just want you to know. Great video. I love the bag.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Giovanna. The ads can be a pain, unfortunately I don't get to choose how many they put in a video😀

[@grannyscookies6140]

Hi Christine can i ask where did you get your sewing table from please

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It came as part of the machine. Most industrials come that way 😄

[@EmilyHuckabey]

May I ask what the measurements of the completed bag are? Wanting to make 6 inch boxed corners, would I just add 2 inches to the width of the decorative piece?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Emily, the finished measurements are approx 15" W x 33" H. Every inch you add will decrease the height by that amount, and make it that much more narrow too😀

[@fivenations2003]

I so want to make this with the upholstery fabric I've been given as I have a friend who works for a furniture restoration company (lucky me), but I don't have a long enough piece to make the main section. Would the bag still be strong if I sewed two pieces together? Thanks in advance

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It sure would be. I am forever sewing small swatches together, and making giant bags with them. I'd double stitch the seams though. I have a playlist with videos I've been creating with the smaller swatches that will give you some ideas😊

[@fivenations2003]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Thanks Christine. Yes I’ve seen your videos- best instructions of any craft video on KZbin!!

[@christinecalpin1950]

I have seen you make a small draw string bag from a square and it folded from corner into centre.sadly can’t find it now. Any chance this makes sense and you can show it again please.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Christine, I think you mean this one 😀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ2beZ2Pq6t9raMsi=4-THzvXcSyN4kLxq

[@SherrieYeo]

I just made this bag and had to unpick the lining twice 🤦🏻‍♀️ I was following on with the video and I am a newbie, only had my machine a couple of weeks. I put the video back on so that I didn’t mess it up a 3rd time I thought I’d pay close attention this time! My husband noticed that at 13:37 in the video you say ‘turn the lining inside out’ which is what I did the last 2 times when I was more listening than watching… BUT… your lining is not inside out, it is the right way round, only the outside piece of the bag is actually inside out! That’s how I kept getting it wrong 😑

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Oh, I'm so sorry Sherrie. I've just rewatched that part of the video. I must have been distracted by all that thunder clapping about in the background. I was meant to say, "put the lining inside the bag". I'm glad you're husband was there to notice it for you. Once again I do apologise😊

[@orientbayerin]

😊 Dankeschön

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are very welcome😀

[@lorysteinberg2535]

Can you show how to put zipper in this bag, please?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Lory, try using the zipper tutorial in this video I did a few weeks back 😀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZqvlpx4Z8etoq8 If it doesn't suit, let me knw what you'd like

[@barbaramason7636]

Was $65 the right price for this bag?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Yes it was Barara. I sold it a while back😀

[@lorrainenel8185]

Please let me have measurements thanks Lorraine South Africa

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Hi Lorraine. The full list of measurements are in the videeo at 1.00 min 😄

[@joyfuljoy5711]

🪡🪡🪡🪡🪡🪡🪡🌼🌼🌼🌼🙂🙂🙂💓💓💓

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Joy😀✨

[@oly6912]

Thanks!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Shasta😊

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

I like this one as well. You always have great ideas. Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cynthia. I really should make these more often😀