QUILTED TOTE BAG PATTERN (FREE PATTERN)
This tote bag is quick and easy to make. Piecing together multiple octagons in bright colors creates the illusion of lively circles — a Scandinavian style. If you use a subdued color palette, the angles appear more pronounced.
The pattern is excerpted with permission from Patchwork Quilted Bags: Totes, Purses and Accessories.
MATERIALS Foundation fabric……8 x 19¾ in (20×50cm) Patchwork fabric……As needed per design Quilt batting, lining fabric……17¾ x 23 in (45×60cm) each Handle A (store-bought)……7/8 in (2cm) wide × 13¾ in (35cm) Handle B (store-bought)……5/8 in (1.2cm) wide × 215/8 in (55cm) Handle C (store-bought) ……5/8 in (1.2cm) wide ×16 in (40cm)
Step 1
Download and Print the PDF pattern sheet on the right. You may need to resize the image for your printer.
Step 2
- Piece together and attach to foundation fabric.
- With right sides of outer fabric and lining fabric facing, layer quilt batting underneath and sew around perimeter, leaving an opening.
- Turn right side out and stitch opening closed.
- Baste and quilt two sets (front and back pieces).
- With rights sides facing, sew front and back pieces together using a whip stitch.
- Attach handles.
Step 3
The pattern is excerpted with permission from Patchwork Quilted Bags: Totes, Purses and Accessories.
