How to Sew a Lined Tote Bag with Multiple Pockets

By Sarah Martens/BHG

With basic sewing skills and these step-by-step instructions, you can make your own six-pocket tote bag. This handmade tote bag should take a few hours for a beginner to complete. This simple-to-make bag smartly includes exterior pockets for daily essentials. It’s the perfect tote bag to sew to carry just about anything you might need. Unleash your creativity to design unique totes by selecting three vibrant, complementary fabrics for a stylish, personalized appearance.  A finished multi-pocket tote bag measures 8 x 10 x 4 inches.

Sewing Supplies:

• 1/4 yard blue fabric (straps)

• 2/3 yard blue-and-green fabric (pockets)

• 2 10-1/4-x-14-1/4-inch rectangles thin, firm batting

• 1 yard green fabric (lining)

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Tula Pink Fabric, “Bee”

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