Tote Bag Tricks and Tips

[@sewwhat9387]

This was the best instructions on this tote bag..thank you very very much 🤗🌻

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You’re welcome 😊

[@jonalogsdon475]

You make any project or pattern so much easier to understand. Thank you for all your help.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@donnamammele8327]

I just found you and love the way you explain things. I’ve subscribed now and will be watching more of your videos. You had me at “if you don’t like this, stop watching”. I love it! Tell ‘em Nancy!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Welcome aboard!

[@juanitaporter4232]

I like it, "if you don't like it, stop watching!" Just found you and am having a viewing marathon.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Enjoy😀

[@edithwienken]

Really enjoyed learning how to easily add a zipper. Thanks

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@violet2048]

Thank you, Nancy, the zipper tutorial was great. I have several tote bags that let everything either fall out or be seen. Terrific.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thanks!

[@Crafty-n-Krazy]

Found this video just in time...getting ready to make a tote for my sister and you taught me some good tricks here tonight!! THANK YOU!!!! Always seem others outing the stablizer/ interfacing on the out side, but inside like you did it here looks so much easier,going to do it this way instead...and adding a zipper😮😮 wow looks easy!!! THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO SAVING IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@marciahollinger5443]

I love your tips and tricks. I have made totes before but this shall make my next ones easier! Thanks much !!!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@kimwalders8781]

Great tutorial. I have 2 totes I haven’t made. Now I have a tutorial to go by. Thank you. Wait for the pattern to be back in stock to purchase. 💕 I did share it. Thanks again!

[@sandieemig4593]

Always good to watch you. Love the midwestern accent!!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@smithquilter]

If you put S&S on exterior, the interior pocket can be used to turn the bag through using the placard type zipper style. Love the way you explain the process of making changes to any tote!

[@georgiamccroy6527]

I have rewatched this three times now and I've made notes all over my pattern. Tomorrow the sewing begins! I'll post some pictures on the FB page. Thanks for a great instructional video... as always!

[@karenripley4288]

Great as usual!

[@tannpl]

I just found you, Nancy, and although I've been quilting for 10+ years, you've taught me new things. Thanks for the tips and tricks on the bags. I will definitely use them!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@karoligou]

I’m so sorry I missed the end. My son called. Thanks so very much Nancy for the tips, tricks and tutorial!

[@GailGyngell]

Beautiful vibrant colours

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Such a pretty tote bag and beautiful fabric! Thanks for sharing!

[@MelissaStitches]

Great tips Nancy. Thanks for the zipper tutorial. I like the fact that I can go back and add it to totes I've already made. Never thought to use separating zipper but would be so useful and create easy access.

[@irmabigler3516]

I appreciate you using your ingenuity to figure out simplifying some of the steps and adding extra features. Great demo.

[@ruthvorel5975]

Love your tote bag with zipper

[@belindasmith8790]

Thank you see much for mailing the instructions. I plan to be busy making many bags with all your tips. Great video.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@betsysmith9770]

I so enjoy your videos, Nancy.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thank you so much!

[@colleendaugherty2693]

Hi Nancy, love this tote tutorial. I am in the process of the zipper placement and behold......🤩🤩🤩🤩you have shone me the light!,lol thank you so much🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@flyinggeese50]

love that bag Nancy!

[@karenfuller3467]

Hi Nancy, love this tote. The zipper was so easy the way you put it in. thanks

[@carmenbailey1560]

Love your beautiful fabrics choices , you always use such fun & trendy picks. Totes are very nice, I’ll be sharing with me daughter , she the tote bag maker. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

I find picking out the fabric can take me longer than making the bag :) - so many choices!

[@eileenbluemle1522]

Really really enjoy this. Good job Nancy.

[@carolynkauppila483]

I just started to make totes. Shopping, wine and quilt as you go. This was so cool. Thank you. Especially the added zipper.

[@brittanyfreeman6844]

Just found this channel. I may actually try out a bag for the first time after watching this.

[@jerischwartz7390]

You are so fun and a great teacher!🤗

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

😊

[@KJSew]

Hi. Agree with the pins. 🙃. Love the clover glass head pins. Great tutorial!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lynetterene]

Happy Friday!!! I just found you today - 10.4.24....great tips...thanks for sharing

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Your very welcome :)

[@lindamoore7265]

Hi Nancy I was surfing and found you. This has been exactly what I was looking for to correct some errors I made yesterday when I was trying to make a tote bag. When I finished it..... OMG it was horrible a total disaster. Now thanks to you I will go and restart my project. Thank You this was terrific. Actually I am going to go looking at the patterns and order one with the kit. Linda from Camano Island WA.

[@brendafoley6995]

Enjoyed this tutorial! Absolutely going to add zippers to my totes. First pattern that I've seen with stabilizer attached to lining not outer fabric. Fun to know we have the same Birthday!! Man walked on the moon! Thanks for sharing your techniques!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Happy Early Birthday :)

[@EJsDaughter]

Hello. Thanks for making that zipper part look so easy. Can't wait to try it in my next bag project.

[@anntaggart532]

Love the bag

[@dkarnold4162]

This was fun!

[@donnaschulz91]

Thanks for the make-it-easier tips! Love your videos

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

So glad!

[@gloriabass3579]

Great tutorial. I found your alterations/additions (i.e. pockets, zipper, etc) to the pattern great ideas and can be used for most tote bags. Glad I found you!!!! Hope you decide to do a video at some point on tote bags using with denim pieces :)

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Great idea!

[@gingerisrael3785]

Sorry I missed it live!! Thank you so much for all the tips! Can’t wait to make one!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Have fun!

[@sylviawernsen6396]

Love your videos. Your directions are the best,

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thank you so much!

[@slfost5614]

I like your tips on the tote bag.

[@marlenesalamandyk878]

Thank you Nancy. I will definitely use your tips on a bag I'm making this week. I made a couple this spring but your technique will make it much easier and a more professional looking bag 😊

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Wonderful!

[@wingrave1]

Great video - always love your tips 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 xx

[@lindakochis5476]

Thanks Nancy

[@rebeccah5105]

Love your ideas.

[@adelekoinzan669]

Thank you for the extras tips on the tote.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@nancyrutherford4194]

I was looking to add zipper to my mesh tote - and can use the tips for that - and also so many other things too - so great

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thanks!

[@marygeorge9688]

Thank you for sharing.

[@sandrasaddleman581]

A lot of good tips. I will try & make a bag.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Please do!

[@sharonmorris8192]

Thanks Nancy I love your videos very good information 🥰

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome

[@ellenfreeman1579]

This was very good! I love all these tips! ❤

[@2goldielocks]

Great video!

[@verahoupt4048]

Thanks for tips. Worked out great.

[@giselaa6111]

What a great tutorial i am inpressad of the knowlege you share Thank You so much/ Gisela in Sweden 🇸🇪

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@zinnia20207]

Thank you for the tote tutorial.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You’re welcome 😊

[@terimacken464]

Fun and informative video, loved the tutorial!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Thanks😺😺

[@donnajohnson6566]

Now I want to make a tote bag! Thanks!

[@judywymore8867]

Great video. I learned several things I have been doing differently.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Excellent!

[@cindymcfarland4686]

I think the white tool you used is a hera marker. I love to make bags and totes and always use zippers and pockets. Nice & informative video. I use soft and stable on the outer fabric and a medium weight interfacing on the lining fabric (which does allow you to leave an opening for turning) and have very good results with that method. Your color choices are so cool! Thanks!

[@ritamangus5969]

Great ideas! Thank you

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@noradeveuster4386]

Great Tips ❤ thank you🎉

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You are so welcome!

[@floief]

Great tips!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Glad you think so!

[@mignongeiglein1925]

Thanks for the hacks

[@pameladempsey5943]

Enjoyed this video so much, thank you!!! 😊

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

I'm so glad!

[@sharonleeirvin3320]

love this

[@happypuppy297]

Great tips! Thanks

[@loritrimm9085]

Great tips.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@huisuk]

Thank you 😊

[@sherrycook5089]

Just found you. Love your video!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Yay! Thank you!

[@manueladangelo7361]

Love it!!!!!!!

[@gordo75]

Hi from Michigan

[@ann6794]

Love your videos...thank you

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Glad you like them!

[@70caroline70]

Thanks for your video

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Most welcome

[@gen2917]

Loved it❤

[@hattiedraper1061]

Thank you.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You're welcome!

[@DianaGermany]

I love your fabric choices! Can you give a link to where you purchased them? Thanks in advance!

[@helenk4357]

Great video with awesome tips! Would you please advise how you would add an internal pocket with a zip? I'm unsure how you'd sew the zip to the lining? Thanks.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

attached one side of the zipper to the top of the pocket and then attached the other side of the zipper to the lining itself. Does that help?

[@helenk4357]

@@QuiltingWithNancy Thanks very much for replying to my question Nancy. I'm unsure how to attach it to the lining, would it be the back side of the zip to the lining or the top side of the zip (if that makes sense?).

[@donnahess5274]

Love all of your tips 💜 Did you use a 16" zipper?

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Hi Donna, Honestly, I'm not sure of the size, just reached into my zipper box and there is was - the wonders of a stash :)

[@katherineanderson8570]

This tutorial was excellent! I got the pattern, chose the fabrics from my stash and made a beautiful tote bag with outside pocket, 2 inside pockets. Everything lined up perfectly for me and I was so pleased ... until I tried to sew in the zipper. I just could not keep my stitching straight. The bag would not go easily around the open arm of my sewing machine, mostly because the zipper was closed at one end. The stitch line on the outside was just all over the place. Any suggestion on how to sew that? Do you do it from the inside? I would appreciate any assistance.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Hi Katherine - I do stitch it from the inside :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWLIXoWPo7Jqh9E

[@giselaa6111]

Could you do an expandable shoppingbag? Would really like one please 😜/Gisela in Sweden 🇸🇪

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

I think you could just enlarge this pattern - it's a very straight forward design.

[@mildredagnes3417]

I love the bag and how you construct it. Can I have the dimensions Nancy? Thank you.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

Hi Mildred - they are in the pattern available at www.firesidequilts.com

[@cyndiphillip7382]

How would you do it if you want to quilt the outside of the bag?

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

With this style you would have to put the “batting”; not Soft & Stable; on the tote front and quilt that without the lining.

[@ozarkarkie]

I missed the party!

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

You can still watch - hope to catch you LIVE next time.

[@QuiltingWithNancy]

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