The Pocket Tote Pattern

The Pocket Tote by Ellen Medlock is a handy, dandy tote bag with 8 exterior and 6 interior pockets in 2 different sizes.  The instructions are very clear and precise and these make great bags for baby, gym, school, and work.  The finished sizes are 19 inches W x 12 inches H x 6 inches D for the full size tote and 17 inches W x 12 inches H x 5 inches D for the medium size tote.

Materials Needed:

• FABRIC: (44 inches wide) Choose 3 different fabrics.   FULL SIZE - 7/8 yd for the front/back, 1 2/3 yd of a coordinating fabric for the interior lining/side pockets, 3/4 yd of a third coordinating fabric for the handle straps and top band.
• MEDIUM SIZE - 3/4 yd for the front/back, 1 1/2 yd of a coordinating fabric for the interior lining/side pockets, 2/3 yd of a third coordinating fabric for the handle straps/top band.
• Iron on interfacing: FULL SIZE - 1 3/4 yd  MEDIUM SIZE - 1 2/3 yd
• Ribbon (optional) - For use as ties or bows on each side pocket - 2 yds of 1 1/2 inches wide organdy ribbon
• Tacky fabric glue
• Liquid seam sealant (Fray Check)
• 2 inch piece of 3/4 inch wide hook & loop fastener (Velcro)
• 18 1/2 inches x 22 1/2 inches sheet of stiff plastic needlepoint canvas.