Sewing Tutorials

Make Your Own Tote Bag in 10 Easy Steps

Posted by Mara Gomez on

Make Your Own Tote Bag in 10 Easy Steps1. Sew a tote bag in 10 easy steps2. Find a tote bag sewing pattern3. Choose the right fabric4. Cut the fabric5. Sew the sides of the tote bag6. Sew the handles7. Finish the tote bagMaking your own tote bag is a great way to save money and get a custom bag that is perfect for your needs. You can make a tote bag from many different types of fabric, but a sturdy cotton is a good choice. This sewing pattern is for a tote bag that is about 15 inches wide...

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How to Make 3D Facemask | Facemask Pattern

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-   Materials/Supplies Main fabric (front panels), 6 x 7 inches - cut 2 pieces Secondary fabric (back panels), 6 x 6 inches - cut 2 pieces Filter insert - 5.5 x 2.5 inches - cut 1 piece. Please check the last page of this pattern for suggested materials. Elastic cord 1/16”, 22-25” long (kids to adult) if around the head, cut 1 piece. Use 8.5-10” if behind the ears, cut 2 pieces. Adjust accordingly. Safety pin Note: Use 3/8” seam allowance Preparation and Sewing Directions:1. Prewash the fabric to avoid shrinking. Cut the fabrics using the template provided. Match...

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Make Your Own Double Fold Bias Tape

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- Finished Length: 1/2” wide, 4 yards Pattern No. DFBiasTAPE-FREE1806SUPPLIES NEEDED1 Fat quarter fabricRotary blade cutter or scissorsCutting matFabric markerRulerLEGEND     Right side of fabric         Wrong side of fabricCUTTINGSpread your fabric on a cutting table or gridded cutting board.Take one side (left edge) and bring it to the other side (top edge). You should have a 45 degree angle. Cut along the fold. Cut the excess fabric on the side. You should have two triangles cut on the bias.Fold the triangles in half, along the bias edge.Rotate the fabric so that the bias edge is now...

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