Then hem the top edge of each rectangle and sew the rectangles together on the sides and bottom.
Fabric tote bag with zip.
Rather than purchasing a pre made bag you can learn how to sew a tote bag with lining and a zipper yourself.
Cut out two pieces of each measurement.
And the best part is that most tote style bags are fairly easy to sew since they are mostly straight lines.
1 2 yard of foam stabilizer at least 40 wide byannie soft and stable is 60 wide.
Choose one side of the main bag piece to be the exterior.
Making it yourself allows you to pick fabric that fits your style.
To make a tote bag start by cutting 2 equally sized rectangular pieces of fabric that are between 12 and 24 inches long and wide.
24 x 21 inches for the front and back of the bag 3 x 24 inch fabrics for the zipper and 6 x 32 inch fabric pieces for the sides and bottom.
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1 yard of fabric for the bag.
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Tote bags come in so many shapes and sizes from the smallest book bag all the way to the roomiest overnight bag.
And when you add a zipper to a standard tote it makes the bag even more functional to keep your items safe and clean.
1 2 yard of fabric for the straps.
For the lining cut two fabric pieces of each measurement.
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These totes even make great personalized gifts.
If your fabric is directional choose the side that has the fabric print right side up.
The other side will be the inside of the tote.
Just a few extra minutes add so much.
Topstitch along the top folded edge of the bag 1 2 away from the fold.
For the bag and straps you will need.