FREE PATTERN ~ Learn to sew a Classic French Seams Tote Bag | Beginner Friendly| How To | Bag making

In this video tutorial you'll learn how to sew a Classic French Seams Tote Bag.

I'm using my Juki TL2000 Qi sewing machine.

FINISHED SIZE OF THE BAG: approx. 14'' wide X 16'' tall (36cm X 38cm)

MATERIALS NEEDED:
1/2 yard of medium - heavy weight fabric (canvas, denim, home decor fabric, ..)
(2) two - 26'' (66cm) long cotton or polyester webbing for the handles*

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[fani]

Thank you for giving the "cm" measurements as well.... as a Greek that was very helpful!

[monicas]

This is likely the easiest to follow tote bag video I’ve seen so far. Thank you!

[SystemsandSoftware]

Your videos are clear, well shot, and well edited. The instructions cover everything you need and excludes what you don't. Your added onscreen text is also a great help. Thanks for helping me learn to sew. I'm a 56yr old computer professional just now learning a wonderfully fun and relaxing hobby. My daughter loves her new bag!

[jaxcapful]

Awesome tutorial, I made one of these bags and finally understand how french seams work now!

[cathyphegley]

Your tutorial is spot on! So precise and clear. You would make a good school teacher 😻. I will be making about a hundred of these for this year’s Operation Christmas Child-the shoe box ministry started by Billy Graham’s son Franklin. Shoeboxes full of school supplies, toothbrushes, soap, toys, crayons and coloring books. Last year I made drawstring bags but I like your pattern much better. Simpler and more functional. Thank you - the children all over the world will be delighted!

[arleneaguilar]

I absolutely LOVE THIS BAG!! Finished my FIRST just yesterday and I can’t wait to work in another!! Your tutorial was SPOT ON! I was done in 3 hrs! Not bad for my first time. THANK YOU for the design and impeccable guide! I will be making more of these!

[ADayInTheLifeofLori]

Great tutorial! Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[foveauxbear]

great tutorial ... when adding the straps I find it works if you place the two openings mirror image, instead of doing them seperately.

[JulieBinder-kbmx]

Thank you so much. You make it look so much easier to understand than following a pattern in a book. Thank you!!

[retroredo]

2 years late but glad I saw this. I was wondering if I could just do it this simple but worried about the corners. I see its not a problem. I may still box them after Im done.I have made a lot of tote bags from jeans but unless I line them I dont like the look of just zig zagged edges. Trying this tomorrow! thnaks so much! Took a look at your video list and subscribed!

[AussieMumVLOGS]

I'm new to sewing and never sewn an X but it looks so professional and exciting

[MariaLuciaGomezGreenberg]

I always review your wonderful instructions when I make a bag. I love quilting the fabric first so that my bag comes out lined. Your method for the handles is my favorite--neat and practical. Thank you so much. Please keep sharing your creative ideas. From California, Maria Lucia Gomez-Greenberg 😎🌻🏳‍🌈

[gabbyreyes]

Your tutorials are the best ones, you explain everything so well. Please continue creating videos, we are waiting for them!
xo!

[hiccupgirl]

Your videos are the best. Straight to the point but with wonderful tips and tricks. Much appreciated!

[taylorswiftsucks]

thank you 🤗 now i understand how to do french seams, and can make a bag without a liner. my first bag has a liner to hide my ugly seams!

[margaretcrowley]

Thank you so much for the tutorial! I just sewed this my first project ever! It turned out well, but I will come back to this video as I get better to perfect it!! :D

[rewinainzaghi]

I WANNA THANK YOU SO MUCH, THANK YOU A LOT FOR ALL THE TUTORIAL YOU SHARE, you help me a lot. sending bunch of hug for from Indonesia 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[AussieMumVLOGS]

Hello, I've just subscribed. I'm a beginner ive never sewn. So far you have been so calm and helpful. I'm excited to make my first ever bag

[aliamed]

So good .so easy explains. am Egyptian..ths for that

[pickledbrain]

easiest and best tutorial i have seen! thank you for this! 🥺