Portsmith Tote Pattern

The Portsmith is a minimal, workhorse of a tote that will quickly become your everyday go-to. With sturdy leather straps, metal rivets, and a reinforced base, the Portsmith is way more durable than your average market tote. It’s also a perfect pattern for beginning bag makers!

Skill Level: Beginner

Bag Features:

• Finished Bag Dimensions: 13” H x 11” W x 5.5” D
• Premium-quality leather + waxed canvas
• Strong, durable construction so it can easily carry a laptop, books, or groceries
• Reinforced envelope base for added structure and carrying capacity
• D-Ring to attach keys

Materials Needed:

• Mid-heavy canvas, waxed canvas, or denim
• (2) 3/4” x 28” 6–8 oz leather tote straps
• (8) Leather washers
• (8) Metal double-cap rivets
• (1) 3/4" metal D-ring
• (1) Sew-in “I MADE THIS” label

Tools Needed:

• Rotary punch OR 3/32" size drive punch with poly cutting board
• Hammer OR mallet + double-cap rivet setter
• Hard surface—a scrap of quartz, metal anvil, kitchen counter, or concrete floor
• Edgestitch Presser Foot
• Denim Needle
• All-Purpose Thread
• Fabric Pencil or Chaco Liner
• Craft Clips