Making a basic denim tote bag (Just straight stitching! DIY denim tote bag tutorial) – Sew a tote
A step-by-step guide to making a casual denim tote bag. (Denim tote bag diy.) This is a simple yet well-finished denim tote bag. Just cut the fabric and sew straight lines, perfect for beginners to try with ease. (Easy to make tote bag.)
This handmade tote bag has both a gusset and a lining. The finished size of the denim tote bag is approximately 33cm in height, 37cm in width, and 14cm in depth. This is a large tote bag that holds plenty of items.
Supplies needed for a basic denim tote bag (basic denim tote bag making materials)
For the outer fabric of the basic denim tote bag, prepare two pieces measuring 42cm × 53cm (seam allowance included). Apply fusible interfacing to the back of each piece.
Applying fusible interfacing adds firmness to the fabric, helping the tote bag maintain its shape and preventing it from sagging.
https://www.jewel-track.com/en/post-627-enThe lining for the basic denim tote bag consists of two pieces, each measuring 41.5 cm × 52.5 cm (seam allowance included).
The reinforcement fabric for the bottom of the basic denim tote bag is one piece measuring 20cm × 53cm (seam allowance included).
For the tote bag handles, prepare two pieces of webbing (Cotton webbing, Nylon webbing, Acrylic webbing, etc…), each measuring 2.5cm × 108cm.
Make the outer fabric of the basic denim tote bag (Make the outer bag of the basic denim tote bag)
1. Sew the bottom of the tote bag’s outer fabric with right sides facing each other, then press the seam allowances open.
2. Sew the two tote bag handles onto the outer fabric.
3. The patch fabric attached to the bottom of the tote bag is folded 1cm at the top and bottom edges, then sewn onto the outer fabric.
When folding the fabric before sewing it on, it is good to use an hot hemmer (hot hem ruler) to create the crease. You can fold it precisely according to the measurements, and the finished tote bag will look neat.
4. Fold the outer fabric of the basic denim tote bag in half with the right sides together, then sew the sides.
5. Cut the corners of the outer fabric, press the seam allowances open, and create the gussets for the tote bag.
Make the lining of the basic denim tote bag (Make the inner bag of the basic denim tote bag)
1. The lining (inner bag) of the basic denim tote bag is made in the same way as the outer fabric (outer bag). Place the lining pieces together with the right sides facing each other, and sew the sides and bottom.
2. Cut the corners of the lining fabric, press the seam allowances open, and make the gusset of the tote bag.
Sew the outer fabric and the lining together to finish the basic denim tote bag
1. Place the outer fabric and the lining right sides together, and sew around the opening of the basic denim tote bag. (Leave an opening of about 12cm to turn it right side out.)
2. Press the seam allowances open and turn the bag right side out through the opening.
3. Press the opening of the basic denim tote bag with an iron and topstitch along the edge.
4. Sew the base of the handles to reinforce them, and press the bag with an iron to finish. With that, the basic denim tote bag is complete.
Making movie is the following.