Sew up something wonderful with these free tote bag patterns and tutorials. Totes make great useful gifts.
Be sure to sew up a matching zippered pouch. Learn step by step how to put in a zipper with this easy tutorial.
Tote Patterns and Tutorials
Here is a round-up of free totes to make.
Dish Towel Tote Tutorial
What a clever way to use a dishtowel. Dishtowels are typically heavier and can make a really durable tote bag. Kids could sew this up for an easy beginner project. They would be so proud to use it and show off their handiwork.
Tank Top Totes Tutorials (two styles)
Tank tops to totes! What a great way to recycle clothes.
Ruffled Tote Pattern
A feminine and ruffly tote that makes a great accessory.
The Twenty Minute Tote Tutorial
Can you believe you can make a tote bag in twenty minutes?
Beach Bag Tote Pattern
Make your own bright and colorful tote for the beach.
Simple Lined Tote Bag Tutorial
Let me show you how to make a lined tote bag step by step. It is easier than you think.
Hobo Tote Bag Pattern
Pleated Tote Pattern
Pillowcase Tote Pattern
Upcycle a pillowcase into a market bag.
Oil Cloth Tote Tutorial
If you need something super durable oilcloth will do the job. Not only will it make a heavy-duty bag it is easy to wipe off.
So cute and so many of bags to try. I want to sew the ruffled one first.
Love it!! sew cute!!
I do have quite an addiction to handbags.lol. I can’t seem to stop making them. So i will be trying nearly all of your tutorials. Thank you.
love your site thank you for sharing!
My sister and I found your Web site while we were looking for tote bag patterns. We followed your directions. We made our bags out of home furnishings fabrics. We added pockets before we sewed the outer and inner pieces together. And we put fringe on the outside. We made our bags a bit smaller–just the right size for a Bible and a study book or a Kindle and personal items. We are both eager to explore other ideas on your site! (I have a picture of our finished bags–but I can’t seem to find a way to attach it.)
Lovely Patterns, I so excited to do these ideas.
Thank you Cindy 🙂
Lovely Patterns, I so excited for doing these ideas.
Thank you for sharing Cindy 🙂
I’ve been looking for an apron design for my daughter’s baking party. I’m so glad I found your site because now I have so many options to choose from! Thanks so much! More power to you!
i was just wondering is there the pattern for the black purse with white squares on it with inside is red??? thats the only one i cant find.
Lovely vivid colorful designs – brightened up my day, thank you.
I love the pillow case tote!…I have just started sewing and this is an easy enough project to give myself a little confidence in my abilities…Thanks!
I love these bags. It’s been so long since I have had time to sew!
Great tutorials and instructions. So clear I can picture the steps and can’t wait to get started. I’ve sewn for years but needed some inspiration to get going again so thanks very much:)
love these
I love these, I am going to share them with a friend, who I know does sew A lot and loves it , I am how ever learning thank you