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Selvage Tote Bag (MV)



Join Carrie for this fun and easy tote bag! Don't throw away your selvages, upcycle a few of them into this unique tote bag! It measures 14.5" x 12.5” x4"

This is a fantastic workshop anyone who wants to have a good time. All your friends will want one! Makes a great gift, too!


Required supplies (to be supplied by student):
  • 1/2 yard Bosal In-R Foam Plus (double-sided fusible) Stabilizer

  • 35-45 selvage strips, all different lengths
    • Cut selvage strips about 3/4" from the selvage edge, not the edge of the fabric, thus leaving about 3/4" of the printed fabric.
  • 1/2 yard non-directional lining fabric
  • 5/8 yard coordinating fabric for inside pocket, facing, and handle trim
  • 1-1/2 yards 1" cotton webbing for handles
  • Thread to match lining fabric, pocket fabric, and webbing
  • Natural or white thread
  • 1 decorative button: 1-1/4" to 1-1/2" wide
  • 1 black ponytail elastic hair band
  • 5/8 yard lightweight fusible interfacing (Pellon 906F, 20" wide)
  • Walking foot for your sewing machine 
  • Sewing machine (please have a working knowledge of your sewing machine), plus extra bobbins, needles, & manual)
  • Basic quilting supplies: rotary cutter, ruler, cutting mat
  • Basic sewing supplies: scissors, thread, seam ripper, etc.

Optional, but very helpful additional supplies:
  • 5/8" Stitch Witchery
  • Wonder Clips
  • Small iron
  • Small ironing table or surface

Pre-Class Preparation:
  • Cut 1: Bosal 15" x 30"
  • Cut 1: lining fabric 16" x 31"
  • Cut 1: pocket fabric 12-1/2" x 16"
  • Cut 1: facing fabric 3" x WOF (width of fabric)
  • Cut 2: fusible interfacing 3" x 20"
  • Cut 1: fusible interfacing 12-1/2" x 16"

Feel free to bring extra selvages to trade with your classmates!


Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details:
Instructor: Carrie Olsen
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