How to sew a lined tote bag for beginners - easy tutorial!

[@smellycat8477]

So simple and so helpful. You are a great instructor. You really make it easy to understand for beginners.

[@jenkenpo808]

Thank you for a great, quick and easy (to understand) tutorial! I appreciate simple camera angles and clear instructions 🤗. Can't wait to sit at my machine and be a busy bee!

[@NoTraceShop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisabaitaart1087]

you explain every step very well! Thank you for making this video!

[@AminaAmoyeva]

This was SO helpful thank you so much 🙏❤️❤️

[@NoTraceShop]

You're so welcome!

[@mariahunter7079]

Thank you ! I made it ! So easy and nice. Perfect instructions.

[@dawnmccue9350]

this is an old post but i just made this tote bag. It was easy and it's so cute. Thank you

[@carolg.6838]

Just what I was looking for. Thank you! It is a fun tradition you have to make your children a bag every year.

[@NoTraceShop]

Thank you!

[@deannawebb641]

Thank you for this tutorial. I am going to make this tote bag as my give away for my 70th birthday. Simple and easy to follow.😍😍, have subscribed and liked

[@NoTraceShop]

aw thanks so much!

[@archaichoney4757]

This will be my first sewing project and this was so thorough for my ADHD brain, who has a hard time with instructions! Thank you!

[@elizabethwysocki6482]

Love the easy to follow video and soothing music in the background! Can’t wait to get back into sewing with your help.

[@NoTraceShop]

yay! glad it was helpful!

[@jenniferreilly5240]

I made custom dimensions and decided to add interfacing to the outside layer, but otherwise used your instructions for my tote bag and I’m so happy with the results. Thank you for this tutorial!

[@jailynallen9891]

How do you add interfacing what does that help with?

[@jenniferreilly5240]

@@jailynallen9891 you just cut it to the same size as your outside layer and iron it onto the wrong side of the fabric. It's not neccesary, but just a personal preference to help give the bag a little stiffness and body.

[@DebbieWolgemuth]

Gives cotton more body for a bag vs stiffer upholstery fabric.

[@NoTraceShop]

Wonderful! Thanks for sharing!

[@LauraClaborn-p7i]

I made this Tote last night. I am obsessed. Thank you for sharing the pattern. Now I have to go make totes for everybody I know

[@rosemaryakpan3446]

I love this your explanations is so clear and understanding thanks boss

[@NoTraceShop]

you're so welcome!

[@susandeal9042]

I just saw this video about a month ago and have made about 7-8. Sew easy, I love it

[@NoTraceShop]

awesome!!

[@sylviataillefer3476]

Grandma is making a library tote bag for my grandson. I would like to embroider his initial inside the bag as well. Great tutorial. Thanks

[@sandybarton4088]

I was just diagnosed with ADHD, used to do lots of projects but gave up until now. Your video was so clear and instructions precise that my first ADHD project turned out just great. I had one of the handles twisted so seemed ripped it and did it over, so glad I did. I will be making many more. I wish there was a way to share a pic so you can see what a wonderful teacher you are. I have subscribed. Looking forward to more of your project’s. 😊❤

[@elizabethherrera4847]

thank you, easy to follow, great detail, and love the fabric!

[@NoTraceShop]

you're so welcome!

[@elmo1999elmo]

Thank you I have just made my first ever bag with your helpful tutorial. Love it

[@NoTraceShop]

yay! that's awesome!

[@seemarajderkar3019]

Wonderful demo of a Lovely bag!! Waiting for your next post.Thanks.

[@NoTraceShop]

Thank you! 😊

[@lynnbasson5360]

Thank you. I have been on a tote bag binge and have been watching lots of videos. Yours was the most comprehensive and inclusive step-by-step video. Now off to finish my bag. I did finish and something didn't come out right!!! Have to look at your video again.

[@JoannaJotZet]

Great tutorial for beginners, all clear, no surprises and a lovely design, thank you sooo much :)

[@DiannaSimmons]

Hello, I am new to this channel. I found this very easy to understand and very nice to follow. Absolutely love your kind sweet voice. Reminds me of my mother in law and she is one of my favorite people lol

[@NoTraceShop]

Aw thank you so much! That's lovely :)

[@DiannaSimmons]

@@NoTraceShop your very welcome. Thank you so much for doing this video

[@kerencampos1342]

Made a tote bag last night! Thanks for the step by step. Great tutorial!

[@NoTraceShop]

You are so welcome!

[@carolebeaton8452]

Made the tote bag today. Easy to follow your instructions. Added an inside pocket and some decoration on the outside. Turned out great. Thanks!

[@NoTraceShop]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for letting me know!

[@helenwasher2125]

Great video. Thank you. I didn’t mind the music at all.

[@Peepkeeper]

Your video was clear and concise! I made the straps a bit longer as the bag is a gift for a taller friend. It turned out perfectly!

[@NoTraceShop]

Wonderful! Glad it was helpful!

[@rosajohns1645]

Hi Liz, I REALLY enjoy your videos! I have learned/re-learned how to create totes , etc. I am new to crafting, and like the way you share the who, what when and the why's. Please don't stop!!

[@sandramyer7081]

I learned to do binding from quilting so yours helpful-very common for lots of things

[@NoTraceShop]

Wonderful!

[@dboutine]

Thank you. A beautifully explained basic bag tutorial.

[@NoTraceShop]

you're very welcome!

[@sharondavies-v7p]

Love following your videos. I am fairly new to sewing but you make things so easy to follow.thanks

[@WhiTor1]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you.

[@carolwilkerson-fp6hg]

I’m helping a 9 year old neighbor her first ever sewing project. She did a scrappy patchwork for the outer layer. Out of all the available tutorials this was best. Halfway through she decided to enter it in the Colorado State Fair. So we’ll see! 🤞🏼

[@valeriedeniseschoeman1346]

Very nice bag❤

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

Will have to try this with the fabric straps - I usually use the nylon webbing. Quicker way if interested - I do a half yard per side, so only 2 seams pretty sides of one side together. Lining same. Then do a triangle with your fingers to box your corners, sew straight across to form the 3rd side of the triangle. I usually only do this on the outer bag. But I prefer my lining tacked down so it doesn't come out when the bag gets washed. Attach the lining by the corner to the triangle of the outer bag. Turn the outer bag around the inner one. Shake and adjust. I also try to get the bulky egdges on the opposite side so you don't get all the bulk on one side. Fold the two layers in at the top about 1/2 inch or more. Figure where you want to put your handles. To measure I just fold the bag in half so they line up - adjust the pinned handles as needed. Then you have your template to put the handles on the other side of the bag - no need to wonder if the handles are twisted because you can see them. I sew the top using a double needle and the SS setting on my Necchi machine - so rather than side to side which would break both needles, it goes back and forth or up and down - then you can have 3 colors of thread. If you want to do a bunch of them at once, I wait until I have about 20 bags - all with one pin for each part of the handle, so 4 pins/bag, then all that has to be done is sew the tops of the bags - hope that helps. Will try the fabric handles though. I usually use 1.5 yards of webbing, cut in half with pinking shears so they are less likely to fray, then put between the bags about an inch for each part of the handle.

[@Ann-marieGayle-od5tx]

Just meet up on your channel so easy to learn you are a good teacher from now on am sticking to your channel

[@NoTraceShop]

Aw thank you so much!

[@thornamongroses8596]

Thank you! I'm just getting into sewing, and I'll echo the other comments saying how clear and helpful this video was.

[@NoTraceShop]

thank you so much!

[@farahkamal6142]

Thankyou so much for clear simple concise instructions.

[@NoTraceShop]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@hptaasha17]

Hi first time on your channel. Much impressed with the way you give detailed instructions. Thanks for helping me make a tote. Hope to see some more

[@ragdollyally]

This is a great tutorial! Thanks for sharing this video, your instructions are super clear and helpful!

[@janicehobbs7023]

This a great tutorial - great bag for a beginner, thank you

[@NoTraceShop]

You’re welcome 😊

[@erinm_4600]

I needed a quick "gift wrap" and had some fabric that was perfect for the giftee. Thank you for a quick and easy lesson in my first bag. The seams are's pretty, but I think it'll do! Happy Holidays to you!

[@NoTraceShop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tarnr5713]

Wonderful tutorial, thank you. This is the first actual thing I have ever made on the sewing machine I have had for 20 years and I am so pleased with it! It looks great and you can't even tell that I can not sew a straight line to save my life LOL!

[@hails_comet]

Me too this was my first ever sewing project. One thing I did to help get straight lines was actually to use chalk or pencil and use a ruler to draw a straight line, so when you are sewing you know your Stiches aren’t wonky.

[@elizabethraptis9222]

Hello, I am a beginner and so I've been watching tote bag tutorials, and I like yours best!! You explain everything so clearly (and not too fast for my brain!). The only question I have is about the length and width and which is height or width. I'm afraid of using the wrong end for straps and messing the whole thing up😆

[@joanne0961]

I love your tutorials! Thank you for the easy to follow instructions!😀

[@NoTraceShop]

thank you so much!

[@sweetibbies]

I'm new to your channel, and I love your videos and how helpful they are.

[@NoTraceShop]

Thank you - so glad they are helpful for you!

[@jailynallen9891]

Thank you sooooooo much wish I could attach my bag this is verry beginner friendly and I will be coming back when I make my other totes ! Your straps were a bit hard for me but I love everything else my bag is awesome thank you

[@NoTraceShop]

you are so welcome! you can also use sturdy ribbon or cotton webbing for your straps.

[@leahflack692]

Thank you so much Liz! I successfully followed this tutorial (as well as your how to put a zip in lining) to make a beautiful bag I am proud of. It’s a present for my sister and I think she’ll love it. Xxx

[@NoTraceShop]

congratulations! that is awesome! tag me on instagram if you're on there - I'd love to see your bag! @no_trace_shop

[@aimee5588]

Really clear tutorial thank you so much ❤️

[@jennifergross4926]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I appreciate your simple directions and visibility of the details. I wound up adding a pocket and it turned out perfectly!! I am quite the beginner and have gotten a great boost of confidence to do more projects! I will definitely subscribe to your site!

[@NoTraceShop]

Yay! So glad it was helpful for you! Keep at it!

[@seahorse394]

Thank you so much Madam . I love the neatness of it all. I have made a small one which came out so well.

[@NoTraceShop]

Most welcome 😊

[@897sasha]

Just made one now! Impulsively did it at midnight and finished at 4am haha. I wanted to make one for my partner 🥰

[@pandabear20373]

I finished mine in 1 hour.

[@NoTraceShop]

Great job!

[@NoTraceShop]

Wow! That's awesome :).

[@francohen3017]

Great tutorial

[@margymurphy702]

Thank you ❤🇬🇧💯

[@jennienicholls705]

just made this bad Liz as a Christmas present, split the outside fabric into two a patterned with a plan :) well happy

[@NoTraceShop]

awesome! i'd love to see it :)!

[@2KITTIES-CLRR]

TYSM for sharing this in - depth tutorial on sewing a tote bag. Am a new subscriber, so, I haven't seen all your videos yet. Sooo, do you have a video which shows how to make a bag with a "stay - put" lining in it ? I appreciate your help, either way. Love your channel. 👍😻😍

[@Ann-marieGayle-od5tx]

Excellent tutorial

[@NoTraceShop]

thank you so much!

[@maryspurlock4666]

Thank you so so much for your tutorial. I really y appreciate it? ❤😊

[@sandralindo3566]

Thank you so much for this tutorial well God bless you i love bags cant have enough,but the simpel way of explaining first thing for june 26 thank you so much❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@NoTraceShop]

you're so welcome!

[@anitasiemieniuch-dn4vs]

Excellent thanks 🎉❤

[@NoTraceShop]

You're welcome 😊

[@AladeShukurat-i7u]

Thanks

[@susielangton6088]

What type of iron are you using? Do you use steam or a dry iron? I can never seem to get my iron hot enough :(

[@ShiningLightonNarcissism]

cool bag,i was wondering what kind of fabric are you using to line this tote bag with?please let me know because i want to make a tote bag my daughter?

[@tonipinkham4642]

Thank you for your easy tutorial where did you get your iron? Thank you ❤

[@mojiomosalewa2741]

Very helpful tutorial. Can I please know the name of the board with inch squares, which you placed the material and machine on. Can I also know where I can order it. Thank you

[@NoTraceShop]

It's a self-healing quilting mat. I have some by Olfa, Fiskars, and U.S. Art Supply. You should be able to order them online on Amazon or other sites :).

[@farahkamal6142]

It's such an easy pattern I stitched two today. Not sure how to share the pictures with you.

[@NoTraceShop]

Yay! Good job! If you're on Instagram - tag me! @no_trace_shop or join the facebook group - link is in the description!

[@myrandareimerphysio]

Thank you for this video! What is the one called that you show how to put in a pocket?

[@NoTraceShop]

I show you how to add a simple pocket in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4HTlntriLajbc0si=AIg6rFkKoxdOCKnS :)

[@KamukamaSuzan]

Waooo So interesting

[@rebeccatoman6042]

What is the finished size of this tote?

[@MadeByTriniLena]

Appreciate you 🧵✅

[@hockeygal23]

How many yards of fabric would you recommend for each piece ? 1 yard for each 2 squares ?

[@NoTraceShop]

You could cut all 4 panels out of 1 yard or 2 1/2 yards :)

[@EstherAdobea334]

Nice one

[@NoTraceShop]

thank you!

[@DiannaSimmons]

Quick question if you do not have a iron what else can someone use to iron? We just moved into our house not to long ago and do not have a iron yet lol

[@NoTraceShop]

Hi - you can also press with your fingers or a finger pressing tool :)!

[@meemees01]

What if you're using just one long strap?

[@NoTraceShop]

That might work - maybe sew it in the center? Or on the side seams? Good luck!

[@Sewingnoob]

Maybe a dumb question, but doesn’t cutting the squares from the corners then leave you with loose thread that doesn’t have a backstitch?

[@NoTraceShop]

Never a dumb question! Yes it does but when you sew the corners again you will sew over those original seams so that they are locked in place again. Hope that helps!

[@TxFrannie]

Thank you!

[@NoTraceShop]

You're welcome!

[@sandramyer7081]

That would be great to learn how to do a zipper on the bag!

[@NoTraceShop]

great idea!

[@EAWit8852]

The first one I made came out great. Then I made one with pockets. I kept the right sides together….the pockets, but then they ended up being on the wrong side of the lining 😖. Time for the seam ripper…

[@NoTraceShop]

Ah sorry! Seam ripper time... :)

[@MrImog65]

Could you do this without putting two layers one inside the other couldn't you just put two layers of material and sew them and cut them all together and then turn the whole thing right side out

[@MrImog65]

I made mine like this but it was reversible

[@irmasanchez5274]

The secion on the straps is very confusing. I have never seen anyone sew it diagonally. Also, why would you have extra fabric left. I've only made one bag but ...

[@nuraykartal5556]

Dilinizi bilmediğim için, sizi anlamadım, keşke yazarak tarif etseydiniz...mesela ölçüleri nedir?

[@nuraykartal5556]

Ölçüler cm olarak verilse daha anlaşılır olur.

[@sewwhat9387]

Helloooooo I’m new to your channel and I just joined and I hear the music while you are talking 😢 to which I going to ask nicely unless someone has already asked to STOP the annoying music 😊 thank you very very much

[@jafallica]

I agree

[@et1016]

Grow up 😂

[@hansmoller3160]

Get a life. Or don’t watch

[@sharonlalli1414]

Yes ! I agree. It is a bad idea for people who have hearing problems and wear hearing aids.

[@kf9294]

It is easy to follow you. However, it would be much better if you could remove the music. 😊

[@jenbell9823]

Why wouldn’t you just cut 2 x 24 inches pieces for the handles instead of mucking around with all that extra fabric and having an unnecessary join. 🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

[@birdlady8147]

💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐

[@Cassandra815]

I'd leave the opening on the side. Music is very annoying!

[@sandramyer7081]

Use the clips- not pins- otherwise it’s ok-Thanks

[@maxi4505]

I don’t know why such you tubers put a background music when they are explaining something ? This is just nonsense and distracting.

[@fidenciapalacios9432]

You,r.to.slow.you.talk.to Munch

[@angietodd-dennis5292]

Wash fabric first

[@jafallica]

Why is there music playing in the background? It's very annoying. I won't subscribe.