Does anyone else out there always click on the Pinterest recipes that say (for example)”BEST MEATLOAF EVER”? I do! I can’t help it. I think, if they claim it is the best, it must the BEST! Well, I think this 1/2 yard tote is pretty great, so I am going to go ahead and call it THE BEST. Haha! I will let you be the judge but I may as well shoot for the moon 🙂
I am teaching a little sewing class to a few local kids. They are so fun and I am really enjoying sharing my love of sewing with them. Our first project was pin cushions and now we are making our second project, this tote bag! I think it is perfect to teach them how to follow a simple pattern, learn
If you are coming from my Youtube channel, WELCOME! If you are already a blog follower, head over to my channel and watch this new video and learn how to make this adorable tote bag.
You can download the cutting guide to by clicking on these BLUE words below. Print out this page for easy reference when making these bags (because I KNOW you are going to make more than one!).
QuickEasy1:2YardTote-byGingercake
Here is the stabilizer I use. It is my favorite now and I love only using that expensive fusible interfacing when I have too. I love saving the $$$, the time, and I love how sturdy this stuff make my bags! Here is for sale on amazon.
Here are a few more photos of the bag! I used chambray fabric from Andover for the lining and the exterior fabric is from Blend fabrics. I love this combo, don’t you? What would you use this bag for? Library tote? Piano bag? Crafts on the go? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
At some point in your sewing life, I'm sure you have tried to sew a hot pad/ pot holder. Something that looks so simple can be a frustrating project! Either you make it too thin and burn your hand or you try to make it too thick and it end up looking lumpy! How can...
FEET! They can be confusing. Which one do I use? Why are there so many to choose from? What in the world does this one do? Sewing machines usually come with a set of feet for different uses. There are many extra ones you can purchase for specialty sewing- from...
Awhile ago I created some yellow scrap fabric yardage and showed you all my method over on THIS youtube video. At the time I wasn't sure what to do with that piece. Maybe another pillow? Make it larger to make a baby quilt? I finally decided on a new set of hot...
Does anyone else out there always click on the Pinterest recipes that say (for example)”BEST MEATLOAF EVER”? I do! I can’t help it. I think, if they claim it is the best, it must the BEST! Well, I think this 1/2 yard tote is pretty great, so I am going to go ahead and call it THE BEST. Haha! I will let you be the judge but I may as well shoot for the moon 🙂
I am teaching a little sewing class to a few local kids. They are so fun and I am really enjoying sharing my love of sewing with them. Our first project was pin cushions and now we are making our second project, this tote bag! I think it is perfect to teach them how to follow a simple pattern, learn
If you are coming from my Youtube channel, WELCOME! If you are already a blog follower, head over to my channel and watch this new video and learn how to make this adorable tote bag.
You can download the cutting guide to by clicking on these BLUE words below. Print out this page for easy reference when making these bags (because I KNOW you are going to make more than one!).
QuickEasy1:2YardTote-byGingercake
Here is the stabilizer I use. It is my favorite now and I love only using that expensive fusible interfacing when I have too. I love saving the $$$, the time, and I love how sturdy this stuff make my bags! Here is for sale on amazon.
Here are a few more photos of the bag! I used chambray fabric from Andover for the lining and the exterior fabric is from Blend fabrics. I love this combo, don’t you? What would you use this bag for? Library tote? Piano bag? Crafts on the go? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
