FREE PATTERN ~ Learn How to turn a pair of Old Jeans into a stylish Tote Bag.

Finished size of the bag: 13'' wide on bottom x 11'' tall x 5'' deep

To make this classy Tote Bag you will need:
1 - pair of old jeans
2 - 19'' x 15'' (48cm x 38cm) panels of canvas for the lining
2 - 19'' x 15'' (48cm x 38cm) panels of medium weight interfacing (Pellon SF101 is my favorite)
2 - 25'' (64cm) long webbing for the handles

I'm using my Juki TL2200 QVP Mini sewing machine.

Use 1/2'' seam allowance when making this bag.

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SUPPLIES:

- Thread: Guttermann universal polyester thread for piecing
Dual Duty Heavy thread for topstiching (use standard thread in your bobbin)

- 100/16 sewing machine needle

- Sharp fabric sheers, mine are Gingher brand

- Sharp Seam Ripper

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[lynnpasteris]

I made several of these bags and gave them to all the ladies in my family last Christmas.

[melindafisher]

My sister-in-law just gave me a pair my brother’s jeans and asked to make some project bags from them. He passed away in December 2023, and I had offered to make her some keepsake items from some of his clothing. I had watched this video a year ago and it is the perfect pattern to make her a tote bag. Your instructions are so clear, and easy to follow. Thank you!!

[lindah]

Made one last night and I love it. I added one of the front jeans pocket to the lining so I could have an inside pocket. ❤ 14:36

[marianb]

Love the sound of scissors ❤️✂️🪡🧵. Thanks for the tutorial.

[stitchgirl]

I loved making this bag so much! It was fun to put together and I'm so happy with the way it turned out. When I saw this video, I knew I finally had a use for my "dream jeans" (jeans I've been saving and hoping to fit into again. 😂🤣). Thank you for the wonderful, detailed tutorial!!

[sharonmaue]

Thank you Svetlana! I have so many of your patterns and love your designs and tutorials! You are so talented and inspirational! ❤️

[lenorerhodes]

I have just finished this bag for my 22 year old niece for Christmas. Thank you so much for sharing. It was a fabulous make. ❤️❤️❤️🌺

[paulharbour]

😁 I love this tutorial. It's so simple and easy to follow.

[IMOO]

Hey, I’ve been missing you! All your projects are very well done!

[lenorerhodes]

Fabulous tutorial, thank you so much for sharing. I think I will make one for my 22 year old niece for Christmas. She will love it. ❤️🌺

[mariondieleman]

I just purchased my first pattern from you! Now I see this! I am hooked. Thank you for your excellent tutorial and your excellent patterns!

[carolynnapperr]

I love watching your videos. I’ve made so many of your bags and containers. Keep sewing girl!

[susiewilson]

Thanks so much! I've been wanting to repurpose denim into bags and I wasn't sure how to go about it. Your tutorial is excellent. 💙

[MsElementals]

I sure wish I could cut as straight as you do!

[cmdc]

love this bag, I'm going to thrift some jeans and make it. You are great at showing how to do it, thank you~!!

[marionmathews]

I love this bag! I’m definitely going to try this. Thank you.

[Siobhanmac]

Great video, it always good to know what to do with old jeans, thank you for the inspiration ❤

[lindagg]

Great design and tutorial—as always!! Thank you.

[annblachly]

Very meticulous and professionally done. Thank you for sharing.

[patriciamurphy]

Thank you for a great project...have a load of old jeans stashed..you have made my evening..i love seeing your great tutorials..thank you