Quilty WEEKEND TOTE Bag // SEWING TUTORIAL

Outside Fabric:
(2) 9" x 19" (top panels)
(2) 8-1/2" x 12-1/2" (side panels)

Lining Fabric:
(1) 19" x 32" (main body lining)
(2) 8-1/2" x 12-1/2" (side panels)

Fusible Foam:
(1) 19" x 32" (main body)
(2) 8-1/2" x 12-1/2" (side panels)
(2) 7" x 8" (side pockets)

Accent Fabric:
(1) 15" x 19" (outside bottom)
(2) 8-1/2" x 15" (side pockets)
(1) 8" x 13" (inside pocket)

Binding:
1 FQ - make 1-1/2" bias binding as directed in video
Cut into:
(2) 1-1/2" x 8-1/2" (side pocket binding)
(2) 1-1/2" x 40" (side biding)
Use remainder to bind top edge of bag

2 yards decorative ribbon cut into:
(2) 19" strips
(2) 15" strips

2-1/4 yards 1" cotton webbing for straps cut into:
(2) 3/4" x 38" strips

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[phylliscampbell]

GREAT TUTORIAL!!! I’ve made several bags with this fusible foam and several with binding. Couple of tips for those of us who are older and have hand trouble. Quilting gloves help you to hold on to all the layers, a stylus also helps when seeing layers together and especially when binding! This is such a cute bag!!! Can’t wait to try it! Erica’s bags always turn out so great! My grandkids loved their drawstring bags!

[luvsewmuch]

Erica, You have been my sewing instructor from the beginning of my sewing journey. I can't explain how much I depend on your tutorials to learn the correct way of doing things. I love the "beginner friendly" tutorials but this is my next project. Thank you for making these concise to the point videos.
Desi

[caroltyler]

Erica I can’t begin to tell you how much I enjoy your videos!!!! Especially the ones where you make items that are useful!!! You have such a wonderful style of making things so simplified and JUST RIGHT!!! I want to thank you so much for all you do for all of us! You are just THE BEST teacher!!

[NCJoMamaSC]

Love, love, love...definitely making! Will be my first “rounded corners” experience...saying a prayer 🙏🏻 Also, will likely sew inside pocket on the lining fabric before ironing on the foam as well as sew on a top binding to the pocket...shoot, might even get crazy and sew in TWO pockets inside the bag! Thanks for another fantabulous tutorial! 💗

[susievaneerden]

I love your channel! You are an inspiration ! Be encouraged! I am also a born again believer and have homeschooled our eight children who are all grown now. I have been sewing and quilting for about 45 years. You are doing a great job, Erica. God bless you🙏❤️

[emarie]

I was LITERALLY in the process of modifying another pattern to make a weekender ... THANK YOU for this - it will save me so much time!

[suem]

You've done a wonderful job, you've taught this 72 year old something new. I can't wait to make this, it's so easy! Thank you.

[judiemare]

You are a very good teacher. I’ve watched several times so I can modify your instructions for my bag. Thanks so much.

[pamelagahan]

Erica, you are so easy to listen to and understand. You are a wonderful teacher. Thank you 💕

[neelofersaeed]

Wooo. !!!! Its out of the world. Choice of prints is too good. Perfection is at its top. The tip for binding is superb.. In totality it's a wonderful tutorial. Cant wait to make one .

[jenniferbrannon]

When you hit the like button before you watch it because you know this is going to be great! I love your sewing tutorials! I am currently making your backpack.

[mariasoler]

Love, Love this bag. I made it this week-end. I have never done binding or quilting, so was challenging for me. I got brave and added a mesh bag on each inside side panel and I also got very brave and added a zipper closure, which is something I have never done. I plan to also make your other bag that is similar in size as this tote. Have been and will be using the fabrics that I have on hand. Thank you so much for sharing your talent.

[pamketron]

Awesome bag Erica. A lot of time went into making this and I appreciate all you do! Looking forward to the zipper version. Thanks for making things easy and understandable. Love it.

[loraineleuschke]

Erica, this bag is so beautiful and I love your fabric choices.

[MzCR]

Oh my gosh! I always watch your videos because you make the cutest things. Gonna make this one for my weekend trips outta town!

[nancyorourke]

Love how you put your fabrics together. Great tote bag. I will definitely make one.

[joanndeisenroth]

I loved the bag. I may try it. Your fabric went together so nice. Very cheerful and sweet color schemes!

[jewels-]

Excellent instructions as usual. You are the BEST at explaining the steps. I love 💕 the fabrics and the bag. Thank You for another video

[felicitylemon]

Love it! Looking forward to the zipper version, too!

[lynnbrooks]

Spent the last couple of days working on making this bag for myself for an upcoming trip. Easy instructions but definitely need a machine with a bigger throat! The Bosal is a force to be reckoned with. Thank you!