The Professional Tote Bag Pattern has all the compartments and pockets that today's professional woman needs with a pleated pocket on each side, a front zipper pocket and a large back pocket to just name a few. Finished size is 18" wide x 15" tall x 5" deep.
Materials Needed:
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FABRICS:
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Main fabric - 1 1/8 yds of 44" wide fabric
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Lining - 1 1/2 yds
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Contrast fabric - 1 1/4 yds (additional 1/3 yd of making fabric handles)
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2 1/2 yds heavyweight fusible interfacing (44" wide Decor Bond Pellon works well)
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3 1/2 yds webbing/belting for handles OR 1 covered lightweight cotton webbing with fabric.
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NOTIONS:
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2 cord locks (for outside pockets)
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1 1/2 yds of narrow cord to fit into cord locks
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7" zipper to match main fabric (front zipper pocket)
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18" zipper to match main fabric (top closure of tote)
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14" zipper to matching lining fabric (inside center pocket)
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Vinyl scrap 3 1/2" x 4 1/2" for business card pocket
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6" of Velcro to coordinate with contrast fabric for pockets in lining
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Magnetic snap or Velcro for outside back pocket
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Optional: D ring or D ring with swivel hook for key fob
