Sew Tote Bag Instructions

Sew tote bag instructions for an easy kids sewing project.

1 yard material cut into the following sizes:
2 pieces 13 x 17 inch
2 pieces 3 x 26 inch for straps

Place 13 x 17 inch rectangles right sides together. Sew the two pieces together around the three sides leaving the top open. Turn the top edge over 1 inch and hem in place. Set aside. To make straps place each piece of 3 x 26 inch material in half with right sides together. Stitch along sides.

tote bag handle

Turn right sides out. Pin straps to each piece of 13 x 17 inch material 4 inches from the edge.

pin handle to tote bag

Stitch over straps backstitching to secure.

tote bag done

You can make this tote bag in various sizes, experiment if you would like a different size.

sewing tip

See also these instructions on sewing a tote bag with an
inside lining.

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