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The Essentials Tote Bag Pattern

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Breathe some life into your look with a colorful tote bag

This video is an introduction to the Essentials Tote from the video class for the bag at Make Bags With Brenda. This pattern is also available in a paper version.

Make your statement using 12 Fat Quarters

  • Zippered swing purse attaches to the exterior or is carried inside.
  • Express your style by crafting this bag with 12 of your favorite fat quarters.
  • Closes with a click of the magnetic closure.
  • So many pockets and then some.
  • Tote measures: 14 1/2″W x 13″H x 7″D Swing Purse measures: 7 3/4″W x 4 1/2″H

The idea for the Essentials Tote bag pattern was sparked from some lovely fabrics. I’ve gathered together the posts from the time I was designing the Essentials Tote into one chronological series.

Be sure to view the photo gallery further down to see what others have done with this pattern!

The Essentials Tote is also available as a video class

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Essentials Tote Bag Pattern and Extras

Select any picture to view a slideshow that includes pattern requirements, plus available kits and notions. Click the pink button beneath the slideshow to shop the bag.

Essentials Pattern ABQ-183
Essentials Pattern Requirements
Essentials Hardware Kit - Nickel
Essentials Hardware Kit - Brass
Decor Bond
Bosal In R Form Single Sided Fusible 36x58
Frixon Markers

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A comment from Marjorie Stevens

Marjorie made this batik version of the Essentials Bag. She and her friend Gayle made bags together. She writes:

Gayle and myself made Essential Tote bags following your online videos. They were easy to follow and made the whole sewing process an enjoyable experience.



Brenda’s photo gallery

Essentials in Black & White
Essentials Tote
Essentials - Bluebird Print
Essentials - Red
Essentials Shoulder Carry
Essentials Snap Close
Essentials Side Closeup

Show ‘n Tell Gallery of The Essentials Tote made by customers

Click on the pictures in the gallery to see the full photo and description. To add your project and be entered in our monthly draw, go to Show ‘n Tell.

Wendy Cabral - Essentials Tote
Wendy Cabral - Essentials Tote
Wendy Cabral - Essentials Tote
Francine Gauthier - Essentials Tote
Fran Chartrand - Essentials Tote
Joan Coles - Essentials Tote
Joan Coles - Essentials Tote
Heather Cousins - Essentials Bag
Beth Merinchuck - Essentials Tote
Shirley B - Essentials
Denise J - Essentials
Carol J - Essentials
Denise J - Essentials
Denise J - Essentials
Beth M - Essentials
Ginnette at Fabric Box - Essentials
Beve J - Essentials
Denise J - Essentials
Jacinthe F - Essentials
Jacinthe F - Essentials
Jacinthe F - Essentials
Jacinthe F - Essentials
Rebekah S - Essentials
Rebekah S - Essentials
Marjorie S - Essentials
Marjorie S - Essentials
Shirley G - Essentials
Sylvia F - Essentials
Marjorie-S - Essentials
Mary L - Essentials
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Filed Under: Bag Patterns, Patterns Tagged With: Fat Quarter Friendly, Intermediate, Large Bag, Shoulder Bag, Tote Bag, Travel, Use Your Fabric Stash

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