The Joy of Sacks Tote Bag Pattern

The Joy of Sacks tote bag pattern has 2 sizes - perfect for that Mother/Daughter combination!  The instructions are clear and they are loaded with lots of pockets to organize your goodies. The sewing level is imtermediate and all measurements are based on a 42" width.

Finished size is: LARGE TOTE - 18" x 14 1/2 x 5"  SMALL TOTE - 13" x 9" 3"

Materials Needed: Small tote bag requirements are noted in purple.

• 5/8 yd (2/3 yd) Main fabric for tote
• 1 yd (1/2 yd) Contrast fabric for upper and bottom bands and handles
• 5/8 yd (1/2 yd) Lining fabric
• 3/4 yd (3/8 yd) Accent fabric for outer and inner pockets
• 1 yd (1/2 yd) Heavyweight Pellon @ 22" wide
• 1 - 5" x 12 1/2" (3" x 9 1/2") 7 mesh Plastic Canvas
• 1 - 25" x 54" (18" x 36") batting
• 1 - 6 1/2" (4 1/2") of 1/4" elastic
• 1 - snap, size 10 or 21 mm