Go Bold or Stay Home Tote Pattern

The Go Bold or Stay Home Tote Bag Pattern by Sisters' Common Thread is a practical and easy to make tote with a tailored top zipper closure, a large inside zippered pocket, and 2 open pockets! Finished size is approximately 20" x 13" x 7" for this practical tote.

Materials Needed:

• 7/8 yard of 45" fabric for exterior
• 1 yard of 45" lining fabric
• 24" heavy zipper for the top (preferably closed end type zipper)
• 14" interior pocket zipper
• 1 and 5/8 yards of Bosal Sew in Craft-Tex or similar heavy interfacing 20" wide
• (4) Slides measuring 1 and 1/2 inches (These can be purchased from Sisters' Common Thread) in either nickel or gunmetal color)
• Small amount of medium weight interfacing for tabs
• 2 yards of 1 and 1/2" webbing for handles OR
• 12" additional fabric to make your own handles
• Optional: Tassels or dangly trim for handle decoration