Embrace the winter vibes with a delightful DIY! In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the process of crafting a warm and fashionable tote bag using faux fur and cozy fabrics. Watch as we create a uniquely shaped bottom and an adjustable opening—making this project an easy and rewarding experience for all skill levels.
The finished measurements of this bag are approximately 6″(15㎝) W × 8¾″(22㎝) H × 6″(15㎝) D.
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Seam allowances are 3/8″ unless otherwise specified.
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To make this you will need:
◎ Main Panel
② 6¾″ × 12½″ (17㎝ × 31.5㎝) Faux Fur
② 6¾″ × 12½″ (17㎝ × 31.5㎝) Outer layer
② 12⅝″ × 12½″ (32㎝ × 31.5㎝) Lining
② 6″ × 11¾″ (15㎝ × 29.5㎝) Fusible fleece
◎ Inside Pocket
① 5⅝″ × 11⅛″ (14㎝ × 28㎝) Lining
◎ Others
① 3/8″(1㎝) Wide Webbing Strap 31½″(80㎝)
② Snap Buttons
The pattern for making this can be drawn by yourself by watching my YouTube video.
Fold the inner pocket right sides together in half, and sew 3 sides with a seam allowance of 3/8″, leaving an opening.
Clip the corners and turn it right side out by pulling the fabric through the opening. Press, pin and stitch the top edges.
Place the inner pocket on the right side of the lining and sew.
Place the right sides together of the lining and sew with an allowance of about 3/8″, leaving an opening.
Combine the seams so that a flat base is formed. Sew with an allowance of about 3/8″.
Place the right sides together of the outer and faux fur and sew one side with an allowance of about 3/8″. Open out and place the righr sides together of the two main fabrics and sew bothe sides with an allowance of about 3/8″
Fold the outer layer of the side panel in half toward the center as shown in the picture above. Sew the bottom with a 3/8″ seam allowance.
Turn right side out. Place and sew the straps.
Place the outer layer inside the lining and align the top.
Sew the bag entrance with an allowance of about 3/8″.
Turn it right side out by pulling the fabric through the opening. And sew up this opening.
Arrange the lining inside and stitch the top of the bag entrance.
Attach the snap buttons on the both sides.
YOU ARE FINISHED!
Happy sewing!
