Colleen tote

Sew Your New Favorite Tote! Step into the world of chic, everyday carryalls with the Colleen Tote! This class is perfect for the confident beginner ready to level up their bag-making game. You’ll master sleek rolled handles, stitch up a smooth in-panel zipper pocket, and experiment with fabrics that give your tote its own personality. Whether you're headed to brunch or the farmer’s market, your Colleen Tote will have you looking stylish and feeling accomplished.  NOTE:  This is a TWO-DAY Class.  It will take about 6 hours of class time to complete this project.  It is involved ...But Worth It!

Materials needed:

Colleen Tote Pattern (available @ Schiller’s $12)

• Main/AccentFabric - Depends on the view you choose to do.  A heavier weight fabric is recommended, canvas, duckcloth, heavy denim are options.  Cork, leather or heavy denim for accent fabric
• Lining – 1 ½ yard – Cotton
• 1/3 yd fusible fleece
• 2 ¾ yd woven interfacing ( SF101)
• 12-14” zipper
• (2) 19” pieces of cording (1/8-1/4 “)
• Thread to match