Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial for Beginners

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Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial for Beginners

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Күн бұрын

This is the best tote bag sewing tutorial for beginners! You will learn how to make a tote bag with interfacing, French seams and a flat bottom. This tote bag is a medium sized tote bag, with a lining that will stand on it's own since it has that boxed bottom! A perfect sewing tutorial to help you up your sewing skills.
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@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Finished Size: The bottom finished at 11" by 4.5" and the bag finished at 15" wide on the top (measuring the top flat) by 12.5" high (with the finished boxed bottom).

@Cindy-sb5dv Ай бұрын

Love the bag. What length were your straps?

@janetbourda5256 2 жыл бұрын

The best tote bag tutorial yet. The French seams really simplify it!!!

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that Janet! 🥳

@judystiegler6668 Күн бұрын

Love this bag, I'm from NJ

@kathyjoseph4529 2 күн бұрын

Hello from Nebraska. Best tutorial yet to date❤

@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 жыл бұрын

After 2 very busy sewing days, I get to watch you work with my heating pad on my shoulders and back. I hope you have a wonderful week ahead. Thank you for your talent, inspiration and posting this video!

@christinemedina6304 Күн бұрын

What a great tutorial! I'm from Turlock, CA

@inthekitchen8842 3 күн бұрын

Great pattern! ❤

@MareeK4346 2 күн бұрын

August 2024: I have made about 10 for friends and family, I don’t have an industrial sewing machine and I found the thickness a painful experience. Tip: To day I made another one, this time I cut the iron on fusible interfacing 1 centre-mitre less on the sides, not so thick. Made it so much easier and less stressful.

@user-jq3jg3qb2v 6 ай бұрын

Amwatching from the philippines. I enjoy watching your tutorial . Tnx

@robgriffiths5459 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for this tutorial. I was looking for one that didn't had a seam across the bottom. Great video

@BrianSimpson-h5n 2 ай бұрын

This is Gail sewing from Central PA. Love your tutorials, especially for sewing pillow covers and baby items as well as tote bags. Thanks Tamara!

@gladysmendez2151 11 ай бұрын

Love your tutorial. I am a beginner and I want to sew as many totes that I can because I am 93 years old and won't be around much longer and I do love to sew. Thank you Tamara. 💝💝

@jillangelo6039 11 ай бұрын

How wonderful you’re adventurous! I would like you for a neighbor to sew with. Don’t worry about your age; you’re probably too young to be that old. Stay well and Gods blessings to you.

@TamarasJoyDIY 10 ай бұрын

I am impressed that you are sewing at 93 Gladys!!!! That's amazing!!! My grandmother had your similar spunk, she had arthritis in her hands and kept on doing her card making. She just said it took her a bit longer than it used to. But why stop!?!

@dottiemathews6853 6 ай бұрын

FABULOUS VIDEO TAMARA DAHLING! I HAD TO LOOK AT IT TWICE TO REALLY GET THE CONCEPT OF PUTTING THIS BEAUTIFUL BAG TOGETHER (ANOTHER REVEAL TO LET ME KNOW THERE IS NO ONE WAY TO CREATE A TOTE BAG!) AND I LOVE IT! (ESPECIALLY THE FRENCH SEAMS!) I AM FROM ATLANTA GA! I WILL BE DOING THIS BAG. I AM A CREATIVE DESIGNER OF CANVAS TOTE BAGS AND ACESSORIES (CHASSIEDOT CREATIONS, LLC. )

@user-vu4il6jy4v 7 ай бұрын

I have watched your tutorials many times. Your style of teaching is easy to follow. I have been away from sewing for years and now that I am retired I have relearned so many sewing tips and short cuts for making pillows, hand bags, bindings etc. I am from Mt. Laurel, NJ and so glad you have these on line videos.

@TamarasJoyDIY 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my tutorials and for leaving such a lovely comment! It's awesome to hear that my teaching style is easy to follow and that you've been able to relearn sewing tips. Happy sewing!

@cynthiademaio7917 Жыл бұрын

Hi: I'm Cindy from Rhode Island. A friend from my writing group recommended this video a year ago and I've been making tote bags ever since. What fun! Thanks for positing this.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

That's wonderful Cindy! I am so glad you found this tutorial helpful. Happy Sewing!

@kemarchese1 Жыл бұрын

This is my newest favorite bag pattern. I love my first one and intend to make many more. I had directional fabric so had to cut main and sew together at opposite ends.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that! Happy sewing 🧵

@WendysCraftDen 5 ай бұрын

Hi Tamara. I keep forgetting how todo this so this tutorial will be going on my Home Screen. I’m from Narberth Pems Wales. Thank you for this I will now have it to look at for as long as I sew. Hugs xxx

@annsecrest7104 9 ай бұрын

Tamara: GREAT tutorial!! I added a zipper pocket to one side of the tote and embroidered the initial of the gift recipient to the other side. After working for 40 years in Alaska, now retired and watching from Sioux Falls, South Dakota

@TamarasJoyDIY 9 ай бұрын

That is wonderful! I am so glad you enjoyed making this tote bag your own. What a change in locations after so long! I hope you are enjoying being in South Dakota now :)

@carylhalfwassen8555 Жыл бұрын

Use gross grain ribbon inside the fabric strips to make sturdy handles.

@jacquiejudd3083 Жыл бұрын

I’m from AZ, but living in Utah… I have made several of your one piece rag quilts! Now, I can’t wait to sew some tote bags for Christmas.

@georgiahorton1528 11 күн бұрын

Loved it from Tacoma WA

@kathycoke8895 Жыл бұрын

From Kentucky... but spending winter in Florida

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Nice!!!!!! Enjoy the warmth!!!

@shirrellstone1330 Жыл бұрын

Watching from West Green, Georgia. I was looking for a tote bag to make for a Christmas present. This looks super simple so I'll try this, putting a Dresden plate on each side, with the girl's name on the inside circle of the Dresden to personalize the tote. I've never heard of French seams, but they make it so much easier. Thanks for doing this video.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Wow Shirrell! That sounds like a great idea!!!!

@janetbaccus9358 2 ай бұрын

I am from rural northern Nevada.

@amandabassett3952 19 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the tutorial. Your tutorial is the easiest one that I found so far. ❤

@wendywicklund4764 2 жыл бұрын

California. Thank you for your video. Short and to the point. Not dragging out like so many.

@cathyellington7599 5 ай бұрын

Love this tutorial. I have made it twice. Changed some things. Added some pockets on inside. This bag is so nice and love the pattern you designed. You are a great teacher.

@TamarasJoyDIY 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Cathy! I am glad to hear that you are enjoying making this bag and love the addition of pockets!

@jillangelo6039 11 ай бұрын

This is such a simple, beautiful and easy bag to make, and I love that your instructions are “sew” simple, and measurements are in inches…a big bonus for me and others, I’m sure. Clever girl and lovely, too. I’m in RI, smallest state in USA.

@TamarasJoyDIY 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Jill! RI looks like a wonderful state, one day I hope to see it in person :)

@Lois882 8 ай бұрын

Alberta, Canada

@maryannnewsham7714 Жыл бұрын

The French seems really make this bag shine. Watching this tutorial from cold Michigan.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Thank you Maryann! I too am in the cold at the moment. But I am hoping a warm spring reaches alberta soon!

@jackiejordan6950 2 ай бұрын

Florida

@jackiejordan6950 2 ай бұрын

I am also Jackie Jordan and live in Florida. That’s funny hello Jackie.

@henryettercurtis548 2 жыл бұрын

I just started making bags, I have only made two🤭However, Lord saying the same I’ll make your today. I’m in Arkansas!

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I hope it went well! Bag making can become addicting....and more bags are always needed ;) You must have some wonderful weather in Arkansas! I am in Alberta, Canada...still cold here. Can't wait for spring!

@norehsanzakaria5435 10 ай бұрын

I'm from Malaysia

@sharonlalli1414 2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to make this. Perfect size. Like the longer straps. From PA USA.

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it Sharon. I really enjoyed making this one and those straps were a real stickler for me lol! I have never been to Pennsylvania. But one day I hope to make it that way. I have visited the great lakes (lake Erie) but from the north end (Ontario) and loved it!

@vickishelton1342 5 ай бұрын

Hi from North Texas! I've made several tote bags, but this one is by far the cutest and easiest! Love the french seams! Where have these been all my life? I'll be making more of these tote bags! Thanks for an easy-to-understand tutorial.

@sylviafredriksen2090 11 ай бұрын

I am looking at the video from Norway

@TamarasJoyDIY 10 ай бұрын

Welcome Norway!!!! Oh, how I would love to go there one day!

@rj91255 2 ай бұрын

It was fun to make, very easy to follow your directions, and it only took me a couple of hours to make. I’m from West Michigan. Thank you!

@emymorona2379 Жыл бұрын

I am emy from the philippines

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Welcome Emy!

@tulipevan2242 3 ай бұрын

San Francisco USA

@michellemoran7615 2 жыл бұрын

I love making bags! I was born in Canada, but currently live in Indiana! My Mum still lives in Vancouver BC

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Michelle, Bags have become a new obsession of mine for sure. Vancouver!!! Love it. I grew up in northern BC so Vancouver was always the cool city road trip to go on. Hope you are enjoying Indiana!

@roxannehernandez9396 2 жыл бұрын

Sewing from Texas! ☺Easy tutorial - thank you for posting!

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

And thank you for watching it Roxanne 💜 I have been to Texas one time and LOVED it!

@lizwilliams6176 5 ай бұрын

I've now made two of these with a pocket on the front and I'm in love with them! Thank you for this awesome tote pattern. From Texas

@TamarasJoyDIY 5 ай бұрын

I love the addition of a pocket on the front! A great idea!

@maryannnewsham7714 Жыл бұрын

I have watched this tutorial at least three times and I want to make it. Well the time is come I have procrastinated long enough and I have a fundraiser tonight that I have promised a tote bag to so this is the one that I am going to make. I don't have any strapping to match the fabric I'm going to use so I am going to make my own handles. I am still watching from cold cold Michigan. I can't wait to make this.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

I hope it went well for you Maryann! I love making my own handles too. Hope it's warmed up in Michigan for you, and happy sewing!

@selbychristian Жыл бұрын

You are wonderful teacher - this is my second video and bag successful. I used a heavier interfacing which made it harder to sew but stands up and very sturdy. I am in Arizona. Thank you for your enthusiastic and great teaching!

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

I am so glad to hear that Charlotte! I have been in my sewing room most of today. It’s so nice to hear that others enjoy sewing too. And your compliment makes me so happy!!!! It is my goal to teach people in the simplest way without wasting their time. Happy sewing!!

@fredawade9115 Жыл бұрын

If you are using Nikon web straps don't iron directly or they may melt. I enjoyed your tutorial. I have made tons of totes, but like this method very much and you did a good job of explaining French seams. Thank you.

@venesem Жыл бұрын

I am from Jamaica. Ilove this tutorial just made the bag. Thank you.

@vu9963 Жыл бұрын

I am from El Salvador. I was looking for this type of sewing. Well described!! Thank you.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that! Happy sewing 🧵

@racheljackson110 11 ай бұрын

Hello, I am from Redford Michigan. I am learning how to sew. I enjoy how easy you make it.

@user-lu1yx4gr4i 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! My daughter is starting preschool next week and I want to be able to make her a few different totes so we can switch them out when different holidays come up! I am watching this video from Arizona!

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Oh that sounds like so much fun!!!! And Arizona sounds lovely 😊

@candilastname7429 Жыл бұрын

I just made this bag for my MIL..her birthday is coming up. Thank you for this easy to follow tutorial! ❤

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that Candi! I am sure your mother in law will love it!

@foveauxbear Жыл бұрын

Great video, especially achieving a boxed bottom---very well explain. Boxed or flat bottom commences at 10.00 mark ... from Sydney, NSW, Australia.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@svotaw511 4 ай бұрын

Super easy and am making as gifts! I've done other boxed bottom bags but this seems easier and less ork. Lol BTW. SPARTA MICHIGAN HERE!!! ❤🎉😊

@GloriaHasberry Жыл бұрын

I am from Atlanta, Georgia USA. Thanks for an excellent tutorial and beautiful tote bag.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I am glad you are exploring my channel Gloria, I hope you will find lots of inspiration to get you sewing :)

@joaggus4736 2 жыл бұрын

Watching from the UK. Love watching your tutorials, always so easy to follow and very informative x

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome Jo! Thank you for your kind words, they really encourage me to keep on making these tutorials. One day I hope to visit the UK. It looks so picturesque! My Grandparents immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands and I have been back to see where they grew up. But I never got as far as the UK on that trip. It's on my bucket list!

@Melsfreetime-hi5ej 11 ай бұрын

I've made 2 of these now and they really are FUN! Thanks for the tutorial!

@TamarasJoyDIY 10 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@583stz 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your tutorial. I have done a similar tote with inner pockets in the past and am using it for a pattern, but your tutorial was a great review for me. I am in central California. Thanks so very much.

@TamarasJoyDIY 7 ай бұрын

I am so glad to hear that!

@katherinerichardson1767 2 жыл бұрын

Texas---lovely bag and great instructions

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Katherine, I love Texas! I have only been once and of course I hit up the Magnolia Silos, but for the rest I saw mainly Austin. It was such a wonderful place.

@CatherineSews 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely tote bag! Great idea to use a French seam on the side seams. (Re: your question: I'm watching from BC Canada).

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Catherine! I really love French seams. They are so easy and make things so pretty. BC! That's where I grew up, Northern BC. I will always love BC. It is so beautiful!

@cherylammeter3449 4 ай бұрын

Hello from Colorado! I love how easy you make the French seams!

@marthajulian7064 Ай бұрын

Beautiful! This is my new Go-To tote bag tutorial. You sew beautifully. Thank you for sharing your expertise. Thanks from the High Desert of Southern California :)

@mitabanerji8250 Жыл бұрын

I am new member. Very nice tutorial. 👍👍

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Welcome Mita! And thanks you ☺️ I hope you enjoy sewing it.

@maggiehickey6657 3 ай бұрын

Hello from England UK. Thank you for a great tutorial. 😊

@stephaniepetta9815 10 ай бұрын

Love this and can't wait to make it here in beautiful Florida, USA!

@dianegreene4695 Жыл бұрын

Hello from Northern Pa. Great video!!

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Hi Diane! So glad you enjoyed the video. Happy sewing 🧵

@elestehorn4290 4 ай бұрын

Hi...watching here from Algarve, Portugal, the southern region of Portugal.

@martinebourgault2639 2 жыл бұрын

Hank you for this video. I’m from the south shore of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome Martine! Always nice to meet a fellow Canadian 🥳

@kathyg5122 Ай бұрын

Waukesha, Wisconsin... Great tutorial. Just what I was looking for.

@yvonnesommerville3996 4 ай бұрын

Can't wait to make it. I'm from Perth Western Australia.

@wendyvick2357 6 ай бұрын

Watching from Northeast Florida 🌴🌴🌴

@charlenesoares1367 2 жыл бұрын

Sewing in Louisiana! Thanks for your great videos. Keep them coming please.

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Charlene! I am encouraged by your words. And Louisiana! What a great place to live. My husband keeps telling me we need to go there.

@angelinalozada189 5 ай бұрын

Thank You, watching from Puerto Rico.

@user-zo4me1dj5u 9 ай бұрын

Have now finished 5 bags with your pattern and direction. hard to turn, however I love it!! From Ontario Canada. Also loved your pillow case tutorial. Thanks

@TamarasJoyDIY 9 ай бұрын

I am so glad to hear that!!!

@mechellechea-trietiak2477 5 ай бұрын

Love this... Watching from Florida

@jemapark4947 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tamara, I am watching you from Baltimore, Maryland USA! Thank you.

@sammendem5801 Жыл бұрын

Marlow, Bucks, UK

@elenikalyvioti4521 6 ай бұрын

Hello! I am watching from Athens, Greece!

@mechitadavis2439 2 ай бұрын

Blessed good morning dear ❤. Thank you very much for your tutorials 🥰. I'm watching you all the way in the Caribbean from the beautiful island chain of St Vincent and the Grenadines 🥰💐. Do keep up the wonderful work and keep inspiring us. Have a very blessed safe day 🙏😊

@cherylbryson8005 2 жыл бұрын

Sewing from Stafford, TX. I loved the tutorial!

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cheryl! I love Texas!!! But haven’t made it to Stafford as of yet.

@kellismith3844 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Just what I was looking for.

@user-bj2mh7md9c 7 ай бұрын

I’m in Fresno, CA and I love this video! Easy Peezy nice and easy! :)

@bethcard2552 8 ай бұрын

Southwestern Pennsylvania

@annelacoste90 Ай бұрын

Nova Scotia, CA

@robertawestbrooks9531 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👌 Clarksville Tn

@lauracater2615 4 ай бұрын

Great tutorial! Watching from Ontario 🇨🇦

@georgenedickey8433 4 ай бұрын

Love your bag! From Southern California!

@sharonnapier9507 Жыл бұрын

From Tennessee, great tutorial, very clear on directions.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Sharon! Happy sewing 🧵

@leevanderham7030 11 ай бұрын

Just finished this tote step by step very good tutorial Tamara Thanks love it!!

@TamarasJoyDIY 10 ай бұрын

So glad to hear it!

@loriritzenthaler9211 2 жыл бұрын

A friend sent me this video after she made this bag. I loved it and wanted to make it. I'm watching from Ohio. I will be subscribing because I enjoyed your video.

@TamarasJoyDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lori! I hope you enjoy sewing up this bag. 🥳

@cherylthomas7552 11 ай бұрын

Fab tutorial easy quick and confident with good tips thank you. Cheryl Thomas from west wales uk

@TamarasJoyDIY 10 ай бұрын

Thank you Cheryl! It's crazy how youtube makes the world feel a little closer together. From western Canada!

@janetbaccus9358 2 ай бұрын

Awesome tutorial!! Easy to follow.

@user-tf3lg8js4g Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial on making a flat bottom, making one for a friend, so it was really helpful. Will be watching more of your videos. Thanks from Steeple Morden in the UK.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that! Happy sewing 🧵 from Canada 🇨🇦

@pamelaallan1735 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to making this tote for my granddaughter :) watching from Alberta

@antoinetteleroux4858 9 ай бұрын

South Africa

@MareeK4346 10 ай бұрын

Australia 🇦🇺

@claireseymour4902 2 жыл бұрын

Hello from Wales😊. This is a lovely tutorial, thank you.

@user-zs5br7mc4q 9 ай бұрын

Hello , I have made 4 bags already with your easy to follow video. I made a couple a little bigger and shortened the strap a couple inches. Variety is good. 🪡🧵Thank you from Wisconsin. Also I would love it if you added a egg gathering apron video to your collection. 🥚🥚🥚🥚🐔

@TamarasJoyDIY 7 ай бұрын

I am so excited to hear that you have made so many! That's awesome! And an egg gathering apron is a great idea....I will have to give that some thought.

@stellathissen7764 Жыл бұрын

Watching from the Netherlands, thanks for the tutorial. I want to make it.

@TamarasJoyDIY Жыл бұрын

The Netherlands!?!?! That’s amazing!!!! I love it there! My grandparents immigrated from Friesland to Canada💜 so I like to think I have some Dutch roots. I hope you enjoy sewing this bag up 🥳