The Ultimate Arts & Crafts Tote
This sewing pattern includes instructions, pattern pieces, and measurements to create your own ARTS & CRAFT TOTE and ROLL-UP NEEDLE/BRUSH CASE. The tote has multiple exterior pockets including a fold-out knitting needle or brush holder, and an attached pin keeper for sewing arts. Also includes instructions for making a roll-up needs or brush case. Personalise it with your own vintage or vintage inspired fabrics!
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Materials List
FOR THE ARTS & CRAFTS TOTE
When choosing the 5 different fabrics for this bag, pick a selection of coordinating cottons by following the specifications below.
FABRIC #1 - 1 1/2 yards of mid to heavy weight solid fabric
(for the main panels on the bag)
FABRIC #2 - 1 1/4 yards of a mid weight large floral print
FABRIC #3 - 1 1/4 yards of a mid weight medium floral print
FABRIC #4 - 1/2 yard of a 2nd medium floral print
FABRIC #5 - 1/4 yard of a small print
- 1/4 yard of sew-on Velcro
- 1 1/2 yards of 1/2" grosgrain ribbon
- 34" x 45" piece of Craft size cotton batting or fusible interfacing.
This quantity includes material needed for the needle case.
NOTE: If you choose to use a heavy weight fabric, you may choose to use a fusible interfacing instead of the batting. If you DO use fusible interfacing, you will need a small amount of cotton batting for your pin keeper (roughly 7" x 7").
* Optional: 5 decorative buttons for the flaps (antiques look great!).
Finished Size: 14" wide x 17" tall x 6" deep with 22" handles.
FOR THE NEEDLE CASE
- 1/2 yard of a large floral
- 1/2 yard of a mid to heavy weight stripe
- 2 - 1 1/4" buttons
- 1/4 yard of 3/8" grosgrain ribbon
