Tote bags come in so many shapes and sizes, from the smallest book bag all the way to the roomiest overnight bag. With the lining and outer fabric still wrong sides out, pinch each corner of the bottom of the bag and lining until you make a pointed triangle. One skein of mountain colors river twist is enough to crochet this cute book bag. These crochet purses will save you money and are fun to make too. Keep in mind that cutting and applying interfacing can take up a huge amount of your bag making time. I can browse the catalogue and reserve books online. About 23 yard of fusible fleece interfacing optional but makes the bag much sturdier sewing instructions. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Place two like prints right sides facing each other one set will be your outer fabric the other will be your lining fabric and sew 3 of the 4 sides together two sides and one bottom of the bag using a 12 inch seam allowance. Its so important to keep kids focused on their reading skills over the summer. This helps keep my sons backpack from being overloaded. This book bag free pattern is perfect for library day at school because you can take it in the little stuff sack included in the tutorial then bring it home with your books at the end of the day.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This book bag will help to keep you or your little one organized. Measure 1 12 inches down from the tip and sew across middle picture. The purses and bags are often to see in the hands of women when they are going out for some market visits, also when they are going to the office. Easy and small to carry with you im sure you will find many uses for this bag. Portland pastimes 2017 rose city yarn crawl pattern collection. It features a handy pocket on the front on which you can applique your childs name and a groovy helicopter design. I love that there is a lancelot and a guinevere fabric line. If you love sewing bags, you are going to really love these free bag patterns. Take it to the library or to the park, its big enough for all the essentials. Use this free tote bag pattern to impress your fellow reading enthusiasts. See more ideas about sewing tutorials, sewing and bags. Purses, totes, and shoulder bags we have all the free bag patterns you need for an everyday tote or a stylish accessory. There are so many cute bag patterns out there, but most of them come from this same basic pattern.
Given the frequency that i visit, i decided i needed a new library bag. Purses, totes, and shoulder bagswe have all the free bag patterns you need for an everyday tote or a stylish accessory. Do you love the look of a patchwork tote but dont want to take the time to piece one. If it hasnt already become apparent here at crazy little projects, i love to sew bags. Free bag and tote crochet patterns dont you just love these bag and tote crochet patterns. Summer reading library book bag free sewing tutorial love. It talks about all aspects of bag making, and half of the book is dedicated solely to bag making techniques, in astonishing detail. Whatever youre looking for, these bag patterns cover a wide range of options that i think you will love. Today i am here to show you how to stitch up a library tote bag using a pre designed pattern panel from my. So weve been at the library picking out books to read and needed some book bag totes so i created this book bag pattern. And here are over 14 free tote bag patterns that i have actually sewn in an afternoon. This bag is perfect for a librarian, book collector, english teacher or any avid reader. I found the instructions very easy to follow and i love this tote bag. Cut 2 squares of 48cm for the body and a rectangle 90 x 18cm for the strap.
So, heres a very easy to sew kids library bag tutorial for you. The library totea free crochet pattern christacodesign. Reversible tote bag for kids from make it and love it want to know whats even better than a cute, brightlycolored bag sized just right for. A free stepbystep sewing tutorial and pattern from sugarbee crafts to sew this wonderful library tote with a large front outside pocket.
How to make a tote bag with pockets library bag tutorial. Its just the right size for a lunch tote, small purse, or for carrying scriptures to church. With a focus on practical and useful projects, annies patterns appeal. The writer really knows her subject and gives lots of tips and tricks to help things look more professional. Youll love sewing your own bags and purses from diy tote bags to free purse patterns and everything in between. This bag is perfect for a librarian, book collector, english teacher. This seemed like a perfect project for this time of. Tuck the handles between the outside of the bag and the lining. Easy to sew and something your kids will love carrying. I cant believe were already on day 9 of our 12 days of christmas freebies. This finished tote measures 10 tall and 15 wide, not including the padded handles. This book bag is perfect for your grab and go stash of reading material. These free bag patterns were first listed in order based on how fast they are to sew, but then i added more and more bags that i wrote tutorials for. It will roll up and tuck in without taking up much room and the handles will be useful in many cultures where the bags are carried on the head.
Leave the outer bag inside out and turn the lining right side out. When mandy saw the cats with glasses fabric print she knew she wanted to use it to make this book bag. Several readers requested a library book bag for their kids to tote books to and from the library. The extended moss stitch creates a cushiony fabric. I can make a suggestion and they will buy books in for me, reserve them, and i can collect them when they send me an email. I cut 2 pieces of my main bag fabric one front and one back 15 x 16 and i cut 2 lining pieces the same measurements. Learn how to make a handbag or purse using any of these free bag patterns. And the best part is that most totestyle bags are fairly easy to sew since they are mostly straight lines. This tote is a terrific takealong to a sewing retreat or. Mar 27, 2012 to make the lining and the outer fabric of the messenger bag, cut 2 pieces from each fabric measuring 14 x14 inches each.
I used one large panel from the let them be little fabric line, instead of buying fabric for the bag outside. Apr 24, 2019 sewing tutorials, projects and patterns for library book bags. For this reversible tote bag sewing project, you will need the following fabric pieces. Make this quick and simple project in about an hour from one yard of material. Apply interfacing to the wrong side of your two bag outside pieces. Sew a simple library bag for trips to the local library or to get your kids ready for school. More than 30 bags that you can choose from to sew for yourself or others. I wanted one bag book and checked several out of the library before ordering this one. Put the lining inside the outer bag so right sides are together. This easy kids tote bag pattern is definitely something a beginner could tackle. Ditch the standard tote and make the funny big books library bag.
Messenger style library book bagtutorial smashed peas. We chose 2 favourite patterns for each bag and made this into a reversible library bag so they have 2 bags in one. That is the best part of this tote bag it uses every piece of a 12 yard in a smart and useful way. Learn how to make this one quick tote bag, and you can pretty much make them all. All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2017 collection. Everything from tote bags and purses, duffels and messengers, theres something for everyone here. And i promise you, this is a pretty easy project to make. Sew a simple library bag for trips to the local library or to get your kids. These diy bags and purses patterns include a range of styles.
I cant get over this fabric, its so awesome it inspired me to make a pocket tote, library bag, and ive got the free pattern and tutorial for you, so get excited. I made them each a library tote bag using this tutorial and these new fabrics from riley blake designs. When you see cats in glasses, you think library bag at least i do. This library tote bag is sturdy enough to carry all your books home. This seemed like a perfect project for this time of year because me and my boys are always going to the library during the summer. Sew a bag to hang on the back of a chair with this chair bag tutorial perfect for school or your desk at home. The night before my kids went back to school, i realised that i needed a chair bag a bag that hangs on the back of a chair to hold books for mr happy. August 2, 2019 this sewing tutorial is sponsored by brightly, an online resource to help parents and grandparents raise lifelong readers and book lovers. Who says you cant sew a new tote bag or purse in an afternoon. A lightweight material such as quilters cotton is recommended. Beginners library bag tutorial a library bag is a very easy first sewing project. When we hit the library we never seem to have enough hands or bags for all the books. I have two different tutorials for this depending on the fabric youre using the first uses fabric that is plain on the reverse side.
First thing you need to do is decide how big you want your bag. Today we have a library bag for all of you, plus three fun cut files to embellish your library bag. This rectangle bag is composed of a sturdy single crochet bottom with two wide handles for comfort. I wanted mine to be a library tote bag, so i made sure it was roomy enough to fit a lot of books.
Aug 30, 2018 several readers requested a library book bag for their kids to tote books to and from the library. The tote bag is perfect for carrying books, markers, tablets, snacks and other summer essentials, and is quick and easy to make all you have to do is print the included graphic design and iron it on a premade tote bag. Top 10 super cute free sewing bag patterns for kids top. This is a pattern for a childs personalized tote bag. Visit my pdf sewing pattern shop for more fun, cute. Once those library books are home, how about a chair bag to store them easily on the back of a chair. I added new ones at the top, so make sure you scroll down all the way to the bottom. With right sides together sew 3 sides of the square together with 1cm seam allowance. This helpful tutorial shows readers how to make a library bag. Jan 29, 2020 maybe you want a cute bag for your kids.
The recessed zipper keeps your items secure and the flat bottom allows it to stand on its own. Piping is also added for a nice professional looking finish to this easytosew bag. These are free, easy crochet patterns for crochet tote bags. May 09, 2016 when you see cats in glasses, you think library bag at least i do. Line up the top edges of the lining and the outside of the bag. Made a very sturdy attractive bag for my grand daughter as a library book tote bag. If you are new to sewing, this tutorial will show you how to easily make one. Books library bookshelf pattern for readers tote bag. My girls always come home from the library with loads of books, so we each need a library bag in our family.
This will help your bag have some width to it for a few fun library books. Maybe youre looking for a backpack or laptop bag to carry to school for yourself or your kids. Today i am here to show you how to stitch up a library tote bag using a pre designed pattern panel from my friends over at. Ive bought several books about making bags and many are disappointing, or worse inaccurate when it comes to the patterns. This helpful tutorial shows readers how to make a library bag perfect for trips to your favorite place. Although, i must remark about the fun textures, beautiful designs, unique shapes, and lovely colors in these free.
What a better way to keep them engaged with books, than making regular trips to the library. As i was researching the latest tote bag trends, i came across a ton of great bag tutorials on the web. Library bag library books sewing patterns free free sewing free pattern kids bags book gifts learn to sew gifts for kids library tote with built in library card holder great to keep library books seperate and in a safe place. Make your emerging reader a personalized library tote bag, and going to the library becomes even more fun. This tote bag is the perfect size for library books, music books, ballet clothes, a car ride to grandmas, or a trip to the pool. She loves books and so it is always full and the bag is plenty sturdy enough to handle it.
I found these dimensions on the pattern in the photo below worked well for a toddler size bag. Swoon patterns offers many patterns at reasonable prices, and theyre also generous enough to offer some great tutorials and free patterns, like this small crossbody bag. It is perfect for use as a library book bag for kindergarten or school. I could say so much about them, but i prefer to dive right in and show you where to find them. Baste hand sew the top edges of the lining and the outside of the bag.
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