Are you looking for an easy sewing project that doesn't look like a beginner made it?

So many 'easy' sewing tutorials out there are just that: easy. But they don't have to look that way.

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This tutorial is the solution for that!

This roomy, strong and stylish tote bag will fill your need to create, with something practical and professional!

And you can make it in under an hour, with fewer than 10 steps! (It's lined, too!)

Why is this tutorial different?

There are literally hundreds of tutorials out there on how to make a tote bag, but they all go for simple over practical and beautiful.I wanted a simple project where we could take all of the simple steps one step further! Injecting even more confidence into your sewing experience, and giving you a project that is actually useful.

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So, what can I expect from the Tote Bag Tutorial?

Besides a beautiful, durable tote bag, and the knowledge to make more as gifts and for every occasion...

  • Learn about appropriate fabrics, and how to maximize their strength in all of your projects.

  • Learn how to baste fabrics, for easier sewing.

  • Learn how to make a bag flat on the bottom by squaring off the corners. This can also translate to other projects!

  • Learn how to secure the handles the way commercial tote bags are made, for the strongest hold.

Imagine if...

Right now, you can do some basic sewing, and you've seen lots of tutorials, but they look handmade

What if you could make bags for every occasion or make them as gifts that look professional and personalized?
Start making them today!

Meet your instructor!

Who am I?  I’m Jenni Miller.  I’ve been sewing since I was little, and eventually got my university degree in Clothing and Textiles.

I love to sew!  It’s relaxing, fulfilling, and gives me a creative outlet that I can use for myself, as well as helping other people.  I want everyone to feel that same fulfillment!

As I have looked for ideas for tutorials to help get others sewing, I have found lots of ideas, but they always look hand sewn. I want to show you that sewing can look stylish and be very practical.

A tote bag is a great project for beginning level sewists to start with, but it doesn't have to look like it was made by a beginner!


Photo by @c.thielphotography

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Instructions for this Course

    • Copy of How to use this course
  • 2

    Let's get started!

    • Introduction

    • Supplies

    • Basting your Handles to the Body of the Bag

    • Piecing the Outside Shell

    • Assembling the Outside Shell

    • Assembling the Lining

    • Squaring the Bottom Corners

    • Attaching the Lining

    • Finish the Top Edge

    • Securing the Handles

    • Some Final Thoughts

Who is this course for?

  • Beginning level sewists

    Those who have basic knowledge of operating a sewing machine, and who want to start putting that knowledge to work

  • Crafters and quilters with a sewing machine

    Anyone who wants a creative way to carry their supplies, and look good doing it!

  • Homeschool groups

    Homeschool parents who want a fun, easy activity that will produce a project their kids can use in their schooling for books and supplies

Tote Bag Tutorial

Make a professional, stylish and durable tote bag in fewer than 10 steps!

Get started making your perfect tote bag today!
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