Supersized Satchel Pattern

The Supersized Satchel Pattern by Janae King is a big bag that can be used as a sewing machine tote, large diaper bag, overnight bag, etc.! There are two large pockets on the outside of the tote, a button and loop fastener, and double handles. Finished size is 23" x 15" x 7".

Materials Needed:

• Shell of tote - 1 yard of 60" Duck Cloth or canvas from a painter's drop cloth or 1 and 1/2 yards of 42" wide fabric.
• Lining of tote - 1 and 1/2 yards of 42" wide cotton fabric
• PIECED FRONT POCKETS:
• Center - (2) 2" squares
• STRIPS:
• (1) 1.5" x 6" - mustard color
• 2.5" x 9" - cream color
• (1) 2" x 13" - red/yellow
• (2) 2 and 1/4" x width of fabric - dark blue flowers (borders)
• Binding - 1/4 yard of cotton fabric
• Small pocket on inside of bag - (2) 10" squares or 1/3 yard of cotton fabric
• 1/2 yard of rick-rack or trim of choice for inside pockets
• 1/2 yard of 1/4" wide elastic (white)
• 3 large buttons
• 1.5 yards light weight fusible interfacing (Shape Flex, Easy Knit, etc.)
• 2 yards of Fusible Fleece interfacing
• 1/4" high density foam for bag bottom or bag bottom of choice
• 3 yards of 1.25" cotton or polyester belting for straps
• Suggested needle: size 90/14