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Other: N/A (Jelly Roll Tote Bag Tutorial) thumbsup - Type:Accessories
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Posted on:1/28/13 1:02 PM
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Fabric:Cotton  [See other projects in this fabric]
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I bought this pattern on Etsy from A Sunday Girl http://asundaygirl.etsy.com. The tote bag is constructed using jelly roll strips with decorative stitching, lined, with a divided pocket, magnetic closure and fabric handles. Photo of inside of bag. Here's a link to the pattern.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, except I omitted the attached fabric flower.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
The instructions were awesome -- very precise, detailed and straightforward with accompanying photos.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
This tutorial was really well written and easy to follow. I loved adding the decorative stitching detail (I used a feather stitch) and the idea of using jelly roll strips to construct the bag and handles. Since I'm also a quilter, using the jelly roll strips was right up my alley.
Fabric Used:
Cotton
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I omitted the fabric flower on the outside of the tote because that's just not my style. Also, I used fusible fleece instead of sew-in interfacing on the body of the bag and the fabric handles. Instead of buying pre-quilted fabric as suggested for the lining, I fused fusible fleece to some cotton fabric I had in my stash.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I would make it again and would recommend this tutorial.
Conclusion: This is a really great pattern for a tote bag that was simple to construct and came together nicely. My daughter has already claimed it.

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Renren said...
That's very nice with a great selection of fabrics. I'm quite interested in the feather stitch you used--I'll have to see if it is on my machine. Was attaching the magnetic closure straightforward? Did A Sunday Girl include that in her tutorial? Congrats on completing your entry!
1/28/13 5:56 PM
Sew Nanny said...
Thanks so much, Renren. Attaching the magnetic closure isn't difficult. The directions are on the back of the package.
1/28/13 6:01 PM
Marie367 said...
This is a very cute bag! I love the decorative stitching too!
1/28/13 6:44 PM
Mufffet said...
Nice tote and review!
1/28/13 9:47 PM
BJ1400 said...
Really nice bag & pretty fabrics!
1/29/13 10:50 AM
Tina Rathbone said...
Your fabrics really take the bag to another level. Well done!
1/30/13 1:43 PM
Danette in PA said...
Love your tote! I have seen this pattern on etsy and you have made it so nicely. I will have to try it someday.
2/1/13 9:33 AM
NursieD said...
I love your choice of fabrics and agree with not using the flower. Too bad your daughter claimed it! I am a newby what is jelly roll fabric?
2/4/13 8:53 PM
Sew Nanny said...
A jelly roll is usually used for quilts. It's a group of fabric strips precut the same width and length from a fabric collection.
2/4/13 9:23 PM
fourkid said...
I love quilted bags - so beautiful. Very nice pattern.
2/15/13 5:37 AM
lacroise1 said...
Love your fabric choices and the feather stitching....what a great bag!
2/15/13 2:03 PM
Aroura said...
A really great result, very cute tote!
2/15/13 10:36 PM
Sewncooknmom said...
Very cute.
2/16/13 0:05 AM
hopflower said...
You did a wonderful job on this tote. Great choice of fabrics and really nice sewing! I love it.
2/27/13 10:19 AM
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