The Leah Tote || Bag Making Tutorial || Unique Tote Bag with Water Bottle Holder

[@Gadesign30]

OMG!!! I SO LOVE THIS STYLE OF TOTE BAG!!!

[@MelissaH05]

Ok this is a brilliant pattern! That water bottle section is perfect!!!! Easy to grab your bottle out, no need to worry about it falling over and leaking or having to unzip the bag to get to it!! Thank you for this and can't wait to make it❤❤❤

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you Melissa!

[@MonaDidWhat]

Cute bag

[@wendysutherland9948]

This is the best tutorial ever! Your close up camerawork is just so helpful! Thankyou 🌻

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you for watching!

[@rebekahkui]

That is a great pattern Chris!! The smaller version sounds exciting too. A tote just a little smaller but bigger then a crossbody would be the perfect travel tote ✈️

[@simplyclassic]

Yes, it will be perfect for traveling! Thank you so much!

[@gloriabonham5661]

That's gorgeous 😍 but a little bigger than I like can't wait for the smaller one to come out.

[@claudiaulrike5161]

This is just genius, I love this bag ❤️

[@lefty4180]

Always learn something from your tutorials, great tips. This is one handsome looking bag!! I got the pattern, got my vinyl from you it’s beautiful and will be making very soon. Love the water bottle feature ❤❤

[@cindys1133]

Can't wait to make this! I'm going to use the water bottle part as a lens holder for my camera! Looking forward to the smaller version too, hope it is released before my trip this summer!

[@simplyclassic]

Excellent idea!! Please post that in the Facebook group when you have it completed. That will be great inspiration for a lot of members!

[@mariasmith1631]

Have to get over the intimidating feeling of a large bag and just sew it. This bag is beautiful.

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you!

[@jadirar113]

Another great video! Beautiful tote! 50:34 Thank you for all the wonderful tips!! ❤

[@susandale5767]

Love, love, love this bag! Can't wait to make it.

[@rmartin8887]

OMG i just found you and your channel and I love it!! Love this bag!! The faux leather you used is to die for. Thank you so much fo making this video and bag.

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you for watching!

[@cherylwhitcomb9178]

Bought it. It’s brilliant. I can hardly wait to make it. Thank you Chris.

[@estellamiranda9273]

Beautiful bag pattern! ❤

[@annefarnham718]

Excited to get going on this pattern. Just bought the vinyls too 🎉🎉

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you for your order and for watching!

[@veronicacattivera3642]

You do the best work ever. I really like your videos.

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you Veronica! I really appreciate you watching!

[@yaminamazouz9599]

I realy like it

[@ruthdrews496]

Loved your video. You’re very precise which I like and which I am as well. Just found your video. Would have loved to have seen you work with your punch tool, unless you already have another video that you have demonstrated this technique. I have the leather punch set but I’m very new to this process.

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you Ruth. In the last live I did I used it in action. It is the DB Crossbody in leather.

[@marielaughsloud]

I love this pattern! Can you size it down a bit when you print it out? It is bigger than I like for a bag. Oh boy, can't wait for the smaller version :)

[@simplyclassic]

Thank you Marie. This probably won’t be a good option to size down because the lining is A-symmetrical with that divider. The smaller version should be out in July or August.

[@hannahhoover3083]

Can I make the bag without the zipper plackets?

[@simplyclassic]

Absolutely! You will have two open sides for whatever you would like to carry. It doesn’t have to be a purse, it can be a fancy gym bag or whatever you need it to be.

[@corinneclairmont3100]

When will the smaller version of this be up?

[@simplyclassic]

The release date is September 1st!

[@lyndahargis2495]

Hi, can you eliminate the water bottle holder so its all one big area? I have someone wanting a “laptop bag” tote and wondering if this would be a good fit her.

[@simplyclassic]

You sure can! Just cut 2 of the small lining pieces and extend the zipper placket.

[@lyndahargis2495]

@@simplyclassic oh great! Thank you for your response.

[@marygallagher982]

Understandable to use waterproof canvas for the interior. Is the exterior also waterproof canvas?

[@simplyclassic]

Hi Mary. The exterior is vinyl. Which is water resistant as it is a manmade pvc material. I am not sure how vinyl or faux leather hold up after prolong period of being wet. You can use WPC for the exterior. I would recommend foam for the stabilizer in that case though as I don't think you will be able to get the Decovil to adhere properly.

[@annefarnham718]

What’s the leather marking pen you used? I can’t find one that stays on long enough for me to get to the machine 😮

[@simplyclassic]

I used to use the Tandy silver marking pens, and they were okay. These are from Springfield Leather. Here is a link for the refill packs, the actual pens are available too. www.springfieldleather.com/Silver-Marking-Pen-12pk

[@wendywildfong]

What machine foot are you using? A 3/8 inch piping compound foot? Thanks

[@simplyclassic]

Hi Wendy, thank you for watching. I am sewing on Consew 206RB5. I think it is actually a 1/4”, but it works beautifully!

[@wendywildfong]

@@simplyclassic I have a Techsew 2750 like you, but I think it takes the same feet as Consew I was wondering specifically about when you did the piping. so my question is, were you using a piping foot or a regular foot ? Thanks. Sorry I wasn't more clear.

[@simplyclassic]

I was using a piping foot. And yes, the feet are interchangeable between the Consew and the Techsew machines. I hope that answers it for you, if not, ask again :)

[@christinewhitaker2957]

Is there bags made by testers

[@simplyclassic]

Yes. I have photos on the website that the testers made so you can check it out before you purchase the pattern.

[@nancejack56]

Chris what size is the pipping please? Gorgeous

[@simplyclassic]

3/8”, thanks for watching 😀