PDF SEWING PATTERN | The Sturdy Tote | Merchant & Mills
Skill Level : Beginner
Finished Size : 35 × 47.5 cm (13¾" × 18¾")
Language : English Only
The Sturdy Tote by Merchant & Mills is a beautifully structured everyday tote designed to hold its shape while standing up to daily use. Fully lined and featuring practical interior pockets with comfortable turned-through handles, it's an ideal project for creating a durable bag you'll use for years.
Designed for heavier woven fabrics such as oilskin, canvas, and denim, this tote combines clean lines with timeless functionality. Whether you're heading to the market, carrying sewing projects, or packing everyday essentials, the Sturdy Tote is built to handle it all.
Pattern Features- Structured everyday tote bag
- Fully lined construction
- Interior pockets
- Turned-through handles
- Designed to hold its shape
- Clean, minimalist design
- Beginner-friendly sewing project
Main Fabric
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Mid-heavy weight cotton canvas
- Mid-weight denim (8–14 oz)
- Oilskin
- Dry Oilskin
- Cotton drill
Lining
- Barrier lining
- Half Panama
- 8 oz twill
- Medium- to heavy-weight calico
- Matching sewing thread
Main Fabric
- 80–90 cm wide: 1.1 m
- 100–150 cm wide: 0.9 m
Main Fabric (with nap)
- 80–90 cm wide: 1.1 m
- 100 cm wide: 1.1 m
- 120–150 cm wide: 0.6 m
Lining
- 80–90 cm wide: 1.1 m
- 100–150 cm wide: 0.9 m
- Height (excluding handles): 35 cm (13¾")
- Width (taken flat): 47.5 cm (18¾")
- Print-at-home pattern (A4 & US Letter): 19 pages
- A0 copy shop format: 1 page
- Illustrated sewing instructions
The Sturdy Tote is a timeless everyday bag that blends durability with elegant simplicity. Its structured construction, practical interior pockets, and fully lined finish make it the perfect companion for shopping, work, sewing projects, or everyday errands while showcasing your favourite heavy-weight fabrics.
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