Sew a Tote Bag

How to sew a tote bag made from bandannas or handkerchiefs.

You will need:
4 bandannas or handkerchiefs
1 ½ yards of 1 inch wide webbing for handles

Place right sides of two bandannas together. It may be hard to tell which is the right side on some bandannas so use what you think looks best as the right side. Sew along three sides leaving one side open.

Sew the other two handkerchiefs together following the same directions. One piece will be the inside of the bag the other will be the outside. Turn one bandanna right side out. Place one bag inside the other. Wrong sides will be together. Smooth out corners and sides.

The right sides should be seen on the inside and outside. Turn the top edge of the handkerchiefs over 1 inch for a hem. Cut two 28 inch webbing and pin each handle on each side. Sew handles in place.

For a tote bag without a lining see these tote bag instructions.
A smaller size bag makes a great goodie bag for a party.

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