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Keep your everyday essentials organized, secure, and within easy reach
Designed with 4 exterior slip pockets and a large inner drawstring pouch, this tote keeps your everyday essentials neat, secure, and easy to reach. The exterior pockets are perfect for frequently used items like your phone, keys, tissues, or sanitizer, while the spacious drawstring compartment safely stores your wallet, sunglasses, cosmetics, snacks, and other valuables.
Whether you're heading to a coffee shop, the beach, a picnic, your sewing class, or simply running errands, this versatile tote is the perfect everyday companion.
Why You'll Love This Project:
• 4 exterior pockets for easy access
• Spacious inner drawstring bag keeps belongings secure
• Perfect balance of organization and storage
• Stands upright for easy packing
• Comfortable grab handles
• Beginner-friendly construction
• Great everyday size
• Stylish handmade gift idea
Pattern Features:
• 4 exterior slip pockets (2 front + 2 back)
• Spacious drawstring inner bag
• Secure drawstring closure
• Wide opening for easy access
• Comfortable carry handles
• Boxed base for extra capacity
• Fully lined construction
• Beginner-friendly design
Perfect For:
This Drawstring Tote Bag is perfect for carrying:
• Phone
• Wallet
• Sunglasses
• Keys
• Hand sanitizer
• Pocket tissues
• Snacks
• Cosmetics
• Small water bottle
• Kindle or small notebook
• Sewing supplies
• Everyday essentials
Perfect for:
• Coffee shop visits
• Weekend outings
• Beach trips
• Park picnics
• Shopping
• Sewing classes
• Travel
• Everyday errands
If you're looking for a practical tote that's both stylish and organized, this Drawstring Tote Bag is the perfect sewing project. The clever combination of exterior pockets and a secure inner drawstring pouch makes it an everyday bag you'll reach for again and again.
Everything you need to know before you start sewing:
Finished Size:
Height: 19cm (7 1/2")
Length: 20cm (7 7/8")
Depth: 10cm (4")
Pattern Template Information:
• Pattern template does not include seam allowance
• Number of pattern template pieces: 2 pieces included
PLEASE NOTE: This sewing pattern includes printable pattern templates + a step-by-step video tutorial. Written sewing instructions are NOT included.
Category: Bag
Skill Level: Beginner
Project Time: 70 Minutes
Beginner-Friendly: Yes
Scrap-Friendly: No
Fat-Quater-Friendly: No
Hardware Required:
Materials Needed:
Skill You'll Learn:
This is a digital download (no physical item will be shipped). All of my digital pattern templates come with a step-by-step sewing tutorial on YouTube. To keep things simple, the PDF does not include written instructions—everything is guided through the video. You’re welcome to watch the full tutorial on YouTube before purchasing, so you can feel confident that the pattern is right for you. This careful consideration is crucial, as I do not offer refunds on any digital product purchases.
Digital Download Delivery
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