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.

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Terrific Totes to Make

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.

More Great Totes to Make


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  1. I used #6 Simply lined Tote for my daughters wedding. One for each of the bridesmaids, maid of honor and the ladies that helped put it all together. I also had them monogrammed and they were a huge hit. Very easy to make but very impressive.

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  11. Susie, I have the pattern for what’s called “Scrap Sack 2” by Oceanside Designs. Not sure if that’s the one you need, but it does have the pin cushion and bag, etc. attached. It uses just 2 fat quarters of fabric for the lined bag and pincushion. Available here: http://www.nancysnotions.com/product/scrap+sack+2+pattern.do

    I also found this PDF (free) pattern – pictures, instructions and all! – for one very similar: http://www.sewmamasew.com/store/media/blog/SMSPincushionOrganizer.pdf

    Good luck and happy sewing!

  12. does anyone have the sewing instructions for the abbey bag – pincushion with the thread catcher hanging down from the table. I saw it in a pattern catalogue but it is no longer in the pattern books. Thank you.

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