How Do You Make An Easy Tote Bag?
Totes are stylish, yet easy to carry and easy to make at home. Simply use any old shirt or scrap pieces from a thrift store, an old curtain or even your old torn-up jeans. The tote is usually square or rectangular in shape; however, you can select the shape of your own choice. Keep in mind the specific use for it when you select your shape. Measure out 2 inches extra for seam allowance on sides, and 4 inches on the top, from the desired size. Cut out two equal pieces of fabric for the front and back. Stitch around three sides, forming a U shape as you sew the two pieces together, leaving 4 inches from the top. Make sure you do double stitching to make the bag more sturdy. Fold 2 1/2 inches downward from top and sew on the bottom fold to create an opening for the straps. Insert the strings separately in each side’s opening, tie firmly then slide the knot in the fold. Turn the bag right side out. You can further embellish the tote by sewing an oversize bow on one side or outlining the pr
