Sunday, July 1, 2012

TOTE BAG PATTERN





I've been working on a pattern for this tote bag for the past few weeks.  Details, details, details!  I can make bags, totes and pouches all day long, but breaking down all of the steps and writing a pattern has been quite a challenge. 





I love this tote!  It's fun and scrappy.  Your personality shines through simply by using fabrics that YOU love!  From this tote, you can see that I love bright colors, flowers and ballet.  I designed the original tote using scraps from past projects and leftover batting pieces.  All of the fabrics in this tote also come from my stash. 




It may look daunting, but it's really fun and simple to make.  It measures approximately 24"x16"x8".  You can make it larger or smaller - the measurements are easy to adjust.  The pattern uses a simple hst block but it can be made with any quilt block that you love, or use "cheater cloth" like I did for the sides and bottom.  The possibilities are endless!






Now that the pattern is done, I have to get it printed and figure out how to make it "downloadable".  Any feedback out there is blogland would be most appreciated.   I have a few prototypes from testing that I will sell as well.  I hope that you all will give it a try and thanks for stopping by,

Lily's Quilts


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