How To Make A Tote Bag - In Only 6 Easy Steps!

[@ilovefabricandflowers8543]

Thank you for not putting music and flashing lights in your video. I subscribed immediately upon knowing this.

[@jafallica]

Yes! Thank goodness!

[@doristhomas322]

Thank you for easy way making beautiful bags

[@glendal3350]

Yes, thank you! No music!😊

[@wintergirl8]

But there IS music 😅

[@garnetcrites8959]

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.

[@MTreece]

Best tutorial for making totes. I have made two of them.

[@shannonmuzinich7389]

Thank you for your slow and concise instructions

[@jeanettelucero1258]

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]

@Jeanette Lucero my condolences on the loss of your husband. May he rest in eternal 🙏🌹

[@DOchoa-qn1pv]

Deepest condolences on the loss of your husband.

[@deborahfairburn6585]

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]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@jodyjohnson5409]

I have watched and listened to you over and over again as i complete my bag following your precise step by step instructions. You are soooo inspirational and knowledgeable and experienced w this! Clear instructions. You speak so eloquently as well. Full of great ideas i can’t wait to try as i learn to sew at 60 years young. It is sooo much fun. I embrace some of my mistakes.

[@dottiemathews6853]

I MUST HAVE THAT GOLDEN YELLOW FAUX LEATHER IN MY LIFE! FABULOUS TOTE BAG!! LOVE THE PROCESS OF DESIGN! MUST MAKE THIS!!!

[@sewingstudiofl]

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

[@michelleannemarie200]

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 !!

[@cherub112361]

I love Pat's tips and tricks. She has such an eye for this stuff! God Bless girls!

[@dottiemathews6853]

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]

We love happy accidents over here!

[@dottiemathews6853]

@@sewingstudiofl YESS!!!

[@dottiemathews6853]

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.

[@mmcquade809]

TYSVM as a beginner, I need extra help with all my projects. Excellent tutorial. You are a great teacher. Your instructions are crisp and clean. It's so easy to follow your steps. Well done!

[@joyfulhope4474]

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

[@glendal3350]

Found your site tonight! Thank you ! Calm voice with no music in background! Yippie! Learned good tips and will make a bag!

[@sharonlalli1414]

I hear music. Its annoyingly because she is talking at the same time so I can't mute the music.

[@missdeal07]

I really like how you show mistakes and how to hide or fix them. Thanks for a great video.

[@sharonlalli1414]

Great information concerning pressing not ironing. Have seen so many utubers not pressing properly.

[@dottiemathews6853]

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]

We are sew happy you had fun making this tote!

[@elizabethtaylor8366]

Thank you so much for sharing, and in depth explanations! I love the way you speak. You speak and sound like Mary McDonnell.

[@dottiemathews6853]

I JUST BROUGHT ANOTHER KIT! I LOVE THIS PROCESS OF BAG MAKING!

[@Darliemay10]

Thankyou so much for sharing your inspirational ideas on sewing tote bags.. I am trying to sew now..😀😀❤❤❤

[@leslieleeper2425]

Fabulous video! Extremely creative design ideas and clear easy to follow instructions! Perfect!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

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

[@beakittelscherz5419]

Awesome. A beginner Class for an absolute Pro looking Bag!! If this does not Motivate to learn&sew more, Idk what

[@eburnea27]

I have never learned so many tricks and tips in any other video. Thank you very much👍🤗😉

[@masunshine2970]

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.

[@marieprescott9168]

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.

[@jennyharding6407]

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]

You are sew welcome!

[@donnabryson7145]

Thank You soo much for showing us how to dew the bag!❤❤❤

[@karencoggins]

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!🙏🏻

[@janmartin698]

What a beautiful bog, and the instructions are so calm and clear! 💗thankyou

[@sewingstudiofl]

Hi Jan, You are welcome! Happy sewing!

[@arlene9330]

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.. 😊

[@charlenecassara5797]

Your detailed video was terrific! I am.going to use your tips on my next bag. Thanks!

[@rlp0303]

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! 👍🙌🌹💐

[@craftyweavers1837]

Thank you Pat. You give a lot of tips that make for a much neater finish.

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

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.

[@lindashine5575]

Very good video Pat. Love your tips. I would love to see you do more bag videos.

[@catherinemiller2091]

Your videos are such an inspiration. You make it look so easy and your tips are amazing!

[@ChanreiphyNingshen]

U r a very good teacher Iam so lucky to get your video….

[@4golfing]

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

[@lorieubanks8501]

Yes, much more professional finish using French seams. Great upgrade!

[@colettel2361]

Wonderful bags!😊. Can't wait to make it .. thanks for sharing!! 🌹🌷🌻💕🤗

[@jeannettefranklin2395]

Thank you I have just found you and your toes bag is great, that my Christmas halfway done now going on the website to see if I can get any more creations thank you once again for your inspiring video 🎉🎉❤❤😊

[@shannonroe4762]

These bags would make great Christmas gifts. Thanks.

[@nitababcock3977]

Beautiful

[@sp9600]

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.

[@donnajeffrey5598]

Awesome video! Thanks so much for sharing. 😊

[@teresabaez6925]

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 🤗

[@donnablackwell2595]

Loved this video. Very nicely done and great information. Thanks

[@mypinkteacup]

Lots of good tips and ideas for embellishments!

[@R.Oates7902]

It looks easy to make. Thanks for sharing!

[@mariaaugustacook5124]

GREAT IDEA ANOUT THE DOBLE TAPE. I SHALL LOOK IN THE SHOP'S IN THE UK. Many thanks.

[@indayrose3509]

Thank you much for your nice tutorial ma'am...watching you here from mindanao cotabato Philippines..mabuhay....

[@sewingstudiofl]

Hi Inday! You are welcome! Happy Sewing!

[@midgethorn4083]

These bags are so pretty!

[@dittsmon]

Do you line the base (that is, cover the vinyl) inside the bag, I must have missed that section if you said anything.

[@haydeeirizarry2641]

Love this bag, great video, making one for Christmas, I hope, thank you

[@heartquaked]

Beautifully done!! Thank you

[@julies3223]

Great tutorial!

[@MariaAGuerraCook-ok5zd]

MANY THANKS FOR THE AND SO MNY IDEAS. ❤❤

[@pattysensiba6076]

Enjoyed your video. You did a great job!

[@susan1098]

Loved your video!!!

[@christinelanthier4540]

Very good instruction.

[@mariadt3212]

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]

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]

That is a good idea, thank you so much.

[@aliciahazerian1276]

Great tips, creative, LOVE THIS!

[@barbarahardy3428]

Your video is explained nicely. This fabric is directional. Would drive me crazy that one side was up and the other down.

[@carolynquinlan5612]

Great video. I enjoy making totes.

[@paulaajohnson2597]

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]

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 [phone]

[@SpecialSongs78-eo1nq]

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?

[@rajeshwarikn3728]

Very inspiring!thank you for the video!

[@ottgram1872]

Excellent tutorial!

[@mstsompa4557]

Thank you, very very thank❤

[@pamdavis1613]

Love this video!

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

Love your tutorial!! I’m making bags for teachers and your method will work wonderfully!! Thank you!!

[@Lucia-ob8iq]

I absolutely LOVE the fabric you're using for the bag! Where can I find that gorgeous floral fabric?! Thanks!

[@sewingstudiofl]

Hi! You are going to love Rifle Paper Co. fabrics then! You can view them all here: sewing.net/collections/rifle-paper-co

[@BethLuis]

good tutorial video. what kind of presser foot did you use for the yarn? thank you.

[@lindagliott5838]

Love this you were a wonder teacher

[@barbaramatthews4735]

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?

[@GammeSync]

Easy to understand

[@sandrareid890]

Could you use a French seam to finish the inside? Love your videos.

[@sylviakleppinger5345]

Which way did you turn material for topstitching? Was it towards the bottom?

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

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!

[@elaineyakatan2310]

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?

[@K3M13]

Very detailed video - awesome! How long is the webbing with the shorter handles?

[@sewingstudiofl]

Hi Elaine, That is up to you! You can measure it to be however long you like!

[@denisepope8599]

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.

[@cathyjoseph6257]

Details is from you is really nice one can understand rely well

[@anna-laurahocker5570]

LOVE LOVE LOVE

[@bbates3894]

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.

[@maryharvey724]

I will try the tape for precision points.

[@YtrSany]

Thank you!

[@genafuscaldo6689]

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]

Hi Gena, the bag is "self-lined" at the top part until you reach the vinyl at the bottom.

[@sandydane7882]

Does the kits come with a pattern

[@skiptonius5346]

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]

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!

[@cindywoelky7267]

I'm working on mine today.

[@Luzangelicaolguin]

Those bags are amazing 🤩 but, noticed that you didn't put a lining inside the bag, as I saw on another video tutorials 🤔

[@carylhalfwassen8555]

If quilted the backing of the quilt is sufficient.

[@claudiapena7262]

Loved your video! Can i use a heat press in stead of the iron?

[@sewingstudiofl]

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.

[@2194steve]

Hi what’s the foot on your sewing machine called please? Fabulous videos thank you Regards Steve

[@sewingstudiofl]

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]

@@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]

@@2194steve So that one is called the Dual Feed foot. She put the yarn couching foot attachment on it to sew her yarn on.

[@martinartncraft3398]

beutiful tote bag

[@YvonneHoff-t4s]

Do you still have that beautiful floral kit available?

[@wintergirl8]

I really want to make this, but I only have one-sided fusible interfacing. Any advice?

[@sewingstudiofl]

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]

@@sewingstudiofl it really does! Thank you for your reply, much appreciated

[@janmurfitt7094]

Do you see the raw seams inside the bag

[@barbara6509]

Love your bag but i would like it smaller. Thanks.

[@favoured_whyte12]

Nice work. What type of sewing machine is that?

[@sewingstudiofl]

Hi! Pat is sewing on a Brother sewing machine. We love Brother machines!

[@gertrudefernandes4975]

Nice