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Basket Tote



The Basket Tote is a beautiful bag that makes a great purse too.

There are two interior pockets. The handles aren't super long like shoulder straps, but I can fit this bag on my shoulder anyway. The bag has a bound top edge that matches the handles (if you want) and it is a nice roomy size. The center panel is quilted and there is piping that separates the middle from the sides. Don't leave off the piping... It adds a professional touch and hides mistakes!


Materials Required:

FREE blog post/pattern athttps://www.sewcanshe.com/blog/2017/2/16/basket-tote-free-sewing-pattern. Be sure to download the template as well. For a small fee, you may purchase a PDF file of the pattern from the same link.

  • 1/3 yard main exterior fabric

  • 1/3 yard coordinating exterior fabric

  • 1/2 yard fabric + 2 yards 3/16'' cording to make piping (or 2 yards pre-made piping)

  • 1/2 yard fabric for the handles and binding

  • 1/2 yard main lining fabric

  • 1/3 yard coordinating lining fabric

  • 1 magnetic snap closure or handbag zipper 20'' or longer

  • 1/2 to 1 yard flexible foam stabilizer or fusible fleece (1/2 yard if 60'' wide, 1 yard if only 20'' wide)

  • fabric marking pen

  • sewing pins and clips


Skill Level: Intermediate
Skill Details:
Requirements: Needed for class: sewing machine in good working order with 1/4", zipper, and walking feet; basic sewing/quilting supplies.
Instructor: Lorene Fleming
Instructor Bio: Surry County native, Lorene McCann Fleming, started making doll clothes with a needle and thread around 4-5 years old. She started making clothes on her mother's treadle sewing machine at 9-10 years old. As a senior in high school, Lorene even made bridesmaid dresses for her and her sister for a cousin's wedding. Lorene is a retired home economics teacher and has been quilting for 17 years. She has taught several beginning quilting classes and enjoys planning and hosting quilt retreats. While she enjoys making quilts, Lorene often prefers to make bags, wall hangings, and other small projects.
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