Tote Bag Pattern

SKU: 67005-505
Regular price $17.20

Description

  • Create a leather tote bag that will turn heads with this pattern complete with instructions to ensure a successful project
  • Includes a paper pattern and complete preparation and assembly instructions
  • You will need to provide your own leather, hardware and tools for use with this pattern; see specifications below for details
  • Finished tote bag will measure approximately 16-1/2" W x 13" H
  • Project requires approximately 11 s.f. of leather for this project. Main body measures 32" x 18".

Additional Details

This tote bag pattern with instructions is a great place to start in building your next leather project. Have fun selecting your own leather for the bag and straps to create a tote that suits your unique style. With step-by-step instructions, you can confidently build a tote you'll treasure for years to come. See specifications for a complete list of leather, hardware and tools you'll need to complete this project. Your finished tote will measure a roomy 16-1/2" W x 13" H, perfect for carrying your essentials and then some.

Suggested Tools & Materials

What You Will Need:

  • Leather for bag: 3/4 oz. chrome tanned recommended (range: 3–5 oz.)
  • Leather for straps: 3/4" wide, 8/9 oz. recommended
  • Scratch Awl
  • Knife
  • Straight Edge
  • 8 Chicago Screws (1/4" Post) or 8 Solid Copper Rivets and Burrs
  • 6 Double Cap Rivets – 1/4" Length
  • Rivet Setter
  • Maul or Mallet
  • Stitching Chisels
  • Needles
  • Thread
  • Rotary Hole Punch
  • Hammer or Metal Roller

Optional Supplies:

  • Edger
  • Canvas for slicking
  • Gum Tragacanth
  • Round End Punch

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Returns

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Overall rating: 4.837209 / 5 from 43 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Tote Bag Pattern is highly recommended for its great pattern and easy-to-follow instructions. Customers appreciated the detailed preparation and assembly instructions, making the project successful. The finished tote bag measures approximately 16-1/2" W x 13" H.

Summary topics

  • Pattern Quality: 64%
  • Instruction Clarity: 25%

Review topics: ["pattern","results","bag","instructions","videos"].

Review highlights

  • "The instructions are very helpful, the pattern is easy to reduce for a smaller bag and I can’t wait for the results"Dana A.
  • "Awesome pattern and instructions my bag came out beautiful"Dianna W.
  • "The pattern was great and the instruction book was very helpful."Terry A.

Reviews

Great pattern!

"This pattern has been great and is super easy to follow! I would definitely recommend. I’ve built approximately 6-8 bags off this pattern and have had great reviews with them finished out."

Marki W. (5/5)

Great pattern, great bag. I

"Great pattern, great bag. I ignore the advice and made this bag out of 7-8oz l ather (it can be done, successful flipped it right side out after sewing, hot water and some elbow grease). I will be making this bag again. Thank you for the parttern, this is the first thing I've ever made out of leather!"

Trevor G. (5/5)

Haven't sewed it up yet

"Haven't sewed it up yet but the instructions are easy to follow."

Ronald Z. (5/5)

I haven't used the pattern

"I haven't used the pattern yet, but it looks to be a good one."

Amy S. (5/5)

Awesome pattern and instructions my

"Awesome pattern and instructions my bag came out beautiful"

Dianna W. (5/5)

"Excellent. Will use often"

ZACHARY (5/5)

Great pattern

"Great pattern. Good instructions for a beginner."

Craig B. (5/5)

The instructions were easy to

"The instructions were easy to follow, decent images for following along. Was able to make one as a gift and then change up the pattern; and make some other bags with the basics learned from putting it together. Worth purchasing if you are looking for a well thought out bag!"

Ian V. (5/5)

Tote bags made

"This is a terrific pattern. Made 2 tote bags that we love."

Tom M. (5/5)

Love the Bag

"I found the instructions to be very clear."

Thomas M. (5/5)

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