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Explorer Tote Pattern

Explorer Tote Pattern

Regular price $ 10.59
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 - only 5 left in stock

Enjoy filling up the large size tote for an overnight getaway! Or make the small tote size for everyday use.

Special features:

  • front pocket, divided back pocket, and large divided interior slip pocket
  • open top or recessed zipper closure options, flap with closure provides extra security for both
  • large size includes short handles and a detachable strap, small size features over the shoulder straps

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Measurements:22” W, 14” H, 7” deep - large (18” W, 13” H, 4” deep - small)

Recommended Fabric

*Waxed Canvas for contrast bottom. Waxed canvas, cotton canvas, cotton/linen canvas, denim, home dec for exterior. Medium weight (5-6 oz.) fabric for accent. Quilting cotton for lining.

*If substituting fabric types for contrast bottom, additional interfacing may be needed for desired structure (½ yard of byAnnie’s Soft and Stable recommended).

Materials Needed:
Requirements based on 44”-wide fabric.
Size small noted in { }.
  • 1 yard Exterior Fabric
  • 1 3/4 yard {1 yard} Lining Fabric (includes interior pocket)
  • 1/2 yard Contrast Bottom*
  • ½ yard {¼ yard} Accent Fabric (includes strap/handles)
  • 2 ¼ yards {2 yards} Fusible Woven Interfacing (Pellon SF101 - 20”-wide)
  • 3/4 yard {½ yard} Fusible Fleece (Pellon 987F - 44” wide)
  • 1 yard {½ yard} Fusible Medium-weight Interfacing (Pellon 809 - 44” wide)
  • (2) 1”-wide metal D-rings (large only - for detachable strap)
  • 1 ½”-wide metal strap slider (large only - for detachable strap)
  • (2) 1 ½”-wide metal swivel snaps (large only - for detachable strap)
  • 24"{20"} purse zipper (for optional recessed zipper closure)
  • Small turn lock (approx. 1-3/8” x 3/4”  is recommended)

Additional Supplies:

  • Polyester thread
  • water-soluble pen/tailor’s chalk
  • cutting mat
  • ruler
  • rotary cutter
  • turning tool
  • seam sealant (such as Fray Check)
  • denim or Microtex needle
  • pinking shears
  • small scrap of heavy interfacing - Pellon Peltex 71F
  • two {one} 8-9mm rivets/rivet setter (optional)
  • one (size 24) pronged metal snap and snap setter for large tote (optional)

 

Return Policy + Shipping Info

Unused yarn, pre-cut fat-quarter bundles and un-opened notions, in their original condition, may be returned or exchanged within 30 days of purchase. We do not cover shipping costs for exchanges.

We offer a full refund within 14 days of purchase and a store credit within 30 days of purchase.

Non-returnable items:
Cut to order fabrics, all books and patterns, gift cards, classes as well as downloadable products. These can be replaced if damaged in shipping.

All "sale" items are also final sale.

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