Sew and Show Tote Bag *

The Sew & Show Tote bag is an easy to make tote pattern that comes in 2 sizes and is designed by Nicole Chambers-Kaya.  Finished size is 20" x 12 1/2" x 6" for the large tote and 18" x 11 1/2" x 4" for the petite tote.

Materials Needed:

• Bag front/inside pockets (A) - 7/8 yd for petite and large
• Bag bottom/handles (B) - 5/8 yd for petite and large
• Binding/front pocket lining (C) - 5/8 yd for petite and large
• Front pocket/lining (D) - 1 1/8 yd. for petite and 1 1/4 yd. for large
• Fabric X - 2 fat quarters (This fabric does not show but make sure it isn't visible through the other fabrics A-D)
• Woven medium weight fusible interfacing (23" wide) - 2 5/8 yd for petite and 3 yds for the large
• Originial Steam-a-Seam fusible web (12" wide) - 3/4 yd for petite and 3/4 yd for large
• 1/2" Rigilene polyester boning - 13" length for petite and 15" length for large
• 3/8" Braided nylon rope (hardware store) - 4 3/4 feet
• Ball point Bodkin, Nylon string, Pinking shears or blade, Unique Stitch fabric glue