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Swimming Upstream - Fish School Tote Bag - Friday Freebie

Swimming Upstream - Fish School Tote Bag - Friday Freebie
American Patchwork + Quilting

This week’s Friday Freebie is both fun and functional! The Fish School Tote Bag is the perfect sewing project to stitch up a generously sized tote that’s ideal for everything from a day at the beach, beside the pool, or a quick trip to the local seafood market.


Inspired by the original “Swimming Upstream” design by Lisa Hoefler Bongean, this free pattern brings playful energy and practical design together in one beautiful bag. The school of fish motif adds a creative, eye-catching detail, while the roomy size makes it a reliable go-to for everyday errands.


Dimensions:

  • FINISHED BAG: 15 × 4 1⁄2 × 14"

  • FINISHED BLOCK: 3 1⁄2" square


Whether you're a confident beginner or a seasoned sewist, this tote bag is a satisfying make—and best of all, the pattern is completely free!




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