Maker's Tote - Noodlehead Pattern

Product Description

This carry-all tote is for the makers, the creatives, and the go-getters. A spin on a classic doctor’s bag, but designed with handy on-the-go storage in mind. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this tote will be sure to keep whatever you need close at hand and organized.

Special features:
2 sizes!
Zippered back pocket
Top zipper closure (optional)
interior pockets
Great for portable craft supply storage!

Skill Level:
Intermediate/Advanced. Should be confident at sewing bias binding, previous bag making experience will be helpful.

Finished Dimensions: 16” W, 13” H, 7 ½” deep (12” W, 10”H, 6” deep - Small)

Materials needed:
+ Requirements based on 44” wide fabric. ( ) = indicate requirements for small size tote
Exterior fabric, 5/8 yard (1/2 yard)
Lining fabric, 1 1/4 yards (1 yard)
Pocket fabric, 1 1/4 yards (1 yard)
Accent fabric (includes binding and handles, 1/2 yard)
Fusible Woven Interfacing Vilene 2VG700, 1 1/2 yards
Fusible Mid-weight Interfacing Vilene 2V304, 1 yard
Vilene Style-Vil, 1/2 yard
18” separating “Jacket” zipper (14” for small)
10” non-separating zipper for tote back (7” for small)

Recommended Fabrics: Cotton Canvas, cotton/linen canvas, denim, twill, home dec or quilting cotton for exterior. Quilting cotton for lining and pockets.


Additional supplies + tools: Thread, water-soluble pen, cutting mat, ruler, rotary cutter, turning tool, (2) 1/4” x 5” strips of leather/ribbon for zipper pull(s), denim needle, (1) size 24 pronged metal snap set, *** = can substitute 2-3 additional sets of snaps if not installing zipper, snap setting tool, binder clips, pinking shears, washable fabric glue stick, 25mm bias tape maker, ¼”-wide fusible web tape