Quilted Tote Bag Pattern (Free Pattern)

This tote bag is quick and easy to make. Piecing together multiple octagons in bright colors creates the illusion of lively circles — a Scandinavian style. If you use a subdued color palette, the angles appear more pronounced.
 
The pattern is excerpted with permission from Patchwork Quilted Bags: Totes, Purses and Accessories.
 
MATERIALS
Foundation fabric……8 x 19¾ in (20×50cm)
Patchwork fabric……As needed per design
Quilt batting, lining fabric……17¾ x 23 in (45×60cm) each
Handle A (store-bought)……7/8 in (2cm) wide × 13¾ in (35cm)
Handle B (store-bought)……5/8 in (1.2cm) wide × 215/8 in (55cm)
Handle C (store-bought) ……5/8 in (1.2cm) wide ×16 in (40cm)

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