How To Make Fabric Tote Bag | Items for

Sublimation # 2

MATERIALS NEEDED:

2 65-35% 14X15 ”= 36X38CM" Pieces of fabric of 100% Polyester or Poly Cotton.

NOTE: [If it is for sublimation, this first fabric must contain more than 65% polyester. If you do not want it

for sublimation, any type of fabric is perfect]

2 14X15 ”= 36X38CM" Pieces of cotton fabric

1 24x1 ” = 61x2 ½ cm webbing strap

You will also need a sewing machine, sewing machine thread, tape measure, ruler, scissors, and an iron.

INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1.

Prepare the fabric according to the measurements mentioned in the list of materials to be needed.

STEP 2.

Cut 1 ½ ”by 1 ½” or 4x4 cm squares at the bottom corners of the bag.

STEP 3.

Attach and sew the straps: Place the ribbons or straps 4 ”= 10cm inside the edges of the sides.

Secure with pins and sew leaving a 1cm or 3/8 ”seam allowance.

Reveal the strap or ribbon and iron by folding the edge next to the cotton fabric or lining fabric.

Top Stitch on the side of the cotton fabric or lining.

STEP 4.

Sewing the bag:

- Place and align the two layers together with the straps on the inside

- Secure with pins,

- Mark a space of 5 ”= 12 1 / 2cm to leave a hole to be able to turn the bag over when finishing the

seams.

- Leave 1cm or 3/8 ” seam allowance. Sew around leaving the corners and the space previously marked.

Sew the corners.

Turn it inside out, iron and sew the space left in the lining.

Iron and top stitch at the top of the bag leaving a 1cm or 3/8 inch seam allowance.

Ready!!!

You already have your tote bag ready to use it like this or to personalize it with the method that suits

you best.

Since the outer layers of this bag are made of polyester fabric, it is perfect for sublimation.

I hope you have enjoyed this tutorial!!

Happy crafting!!!

Daisy Multifacética.