How To Make A Simple Bag

Here’s my tutorial of how to make a simple bag!
First of all, you’ll need some materials. For this tutorial I’m using a thick, cotton duck cloth for the outside, and a standard cotton quilting fabric for the inside.

Looking for appliqué information? General instructions are provided here for needle-turn, freezer-paper, and fusible appliqué. Even when a specific method of appliqué is mentioned in a pattern, feel free to substitute your favorite method. Just be sure to adapt the pattern pieces and project instructions as necessary.

This is a great project for gifts—all straight lines, little cutting, and simple to stitch up. To make your very own quilted tote bag, you will need (based on a fabric width of at least 35”) ½ yard for lining; ¼ yard for backing and quilter’s batting; ¼ yard and 1/5 yard coordinating fabric for the front and pocket; 1 yard strap.

Made from large fabric scraps and/or thrifted clothing items (this bag is made from some IKEA fabric and two pairs of ladies’ pants), and the construction is simple enough to make this a one-day project.

Wallet-Sized Fold-Up ReUsable Shopping Bag. I love the idea of a reusable fabric shopping bag, but you need to remember to bring them with you whenever you go shopping.

Ruffled Tote: Free Sewing Pattern and step-by-step Tutorial. A feminine and ruffle tote that makes a great accessory.

It’s nice when your serger thread matches your project, but buying 3-4 cones of every color can be expensive and storage is a hassle. See what I did about it here...

Not so much. In reality, my first (second, sixth…) attempt to use a twin needle resulted in a headache and a desire to hurl myself out of my first-floor sewing room window. I would have given up many moons ago, but I had developed a bit of a stubborn vendetta. (You’re shocked, I know.)