Summary

• Easy to read instructions, colour photographs, and pattern pieces
• Perfect for beginner bagineers
• If you're a more experienced bagineer, use the side panels to experiment with patchwork, applique, or embroidery

Bag Features

The Fiesta Tote is a perfect bag sewing pattern for beginner bag makers, or for those who want a quick sew. It has one slip pocket, one zip pocket and a fun handle detail, as well as a removable adjustable strap. This quick and easy make creates a tote bag that is perfect for day trips!

Pattern Features

The Fiesta Tote bag sewing pattern is classified as a beginner level sewing pattern. It is written in UK English and has been thoroughly tested by a team of pattern testers at a variety of skill levels.

The Fiesta Tote bag sewing pattern has been specially tested to ensure it's beginner-friendly. The testers found the sewing pattern clear to follow, and experienced bag makers found it very quick! The sewing pattern requires webbing which forms both the short handles, and the removable strap.

The Fiesta Tote bag sewing pattern features comprehensive instructions, pattern pieces, and colour photographs.The paper pattern is an A5 booklet with printed pattern pieces. The downloadable PDF pattern features printable pattern pieces and a text only section to save on ink and paper costs.

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Pattern FAQs

What difficulty is this bag sewing pattern?

The Fiesta Tote is a beginner level bag sewing pattern. However, if you get stuck, please pop a message up in our Facebook Support Group for Sewing Patterns by Mrs H.

How big is the finished bag?

The Fiesta Tote has finished dimensions of 14" wide x 11.5" height x 5" deep (35.5cm x 29cm x 12.5cm).

What materials do I need?

Fabric

• 0.5m (14") Outer fabric
• 0.75m (1yd) Lining fabric
• 0.5m (18") of 52" Heavy stabiliser
• 0.75m (30") of 40" Wide Medium Weight interfacing Narrower interfacing will need twice the length

Hardware/Notions:

• 2 x 9" #3 Zips
• 1 x Magnetic Snap
• 4 x 9mm Cap rivets
• 2 x 1.5" Triangular or D Rings
• 2 x 1.5" Swivel Clips
• 1 x 1.5" Triglide buckle
• 3yds of 1.5" wide Webbing
• Metal Bag label (Optional)

Tools:

• Double-sided basting tape such as Collins Wonder Tape
• Wonder Clips
• Fray Check

What's the tag for social media?

#fiestatote

Where can I find more inspiration?

Is there a sew along for The Fiesta Tote?

Join Becky of BAF Makes on YouTube for a Fiesta Tote sew along!

I've found a mistake!

Oh no! We're sorry to hear that. Please let us know by sending an email to mrsh@mrs-h.com so we can add it to our list to correct when the pattern is next updated.

I have a question not answered here

Send us an email to mrsh@mrs-h.com or pop over to the Sewing Patterns by Mrs H Facebook Support Group and we'll do our best to help!