Create a Sturdy Bag from Canvas or Quilt Fabric
Instructions Are Included for Two Sizes!
Make a sturdy tote from either canvas or quilting cotton with this versatile pattern. Or, use a combination of both.
A lovely star block on the side is actually a pocket, while the contrasting bottom, handles and edging complete the clean design. The bag will take on many looks depending on the colors you choose.
If using quilting cotton, you can go ahead and quilt the bag as well. Choose a design the works well with the bag design, perhaps an echo around the star and straight lines elsewhere.
The bag also lends itself to using a mini quilt design for the front panel. Christine Lux from Sew Lux Fabric made the following bag using the Stitched with Love Mini Quilt pattern. Learn how it was done here.
Here are a few more examples of the bag. It’s great in any color theme and the front panel can easily be customized with a quilt block. The sides and other parts of the body of the bag can be pieced as well. See other creative examples here.
Bag by Hilary from Young Texan Mama.
Bag by Chrissy from Sew Lux.
The bag, from Three Owls Handmade, can be made in two sizes:
- Large size: 20″ W x 7″ D x 14 1/2″ H – bottom 13″ W – handle drop 10″
- Medium size: 16″ W x 6″D x 13″ H – bottom 10″ W – handle drop 8 1/2″
