How to Sew a Few Fun Tote Bags, Handbags and Farmer Market Bags

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Sewing Patterns for Bags


I figure that you can never have too many bags! That’s why these sewing patterns for handbags, tote bags, farmer market bags and bags for holding just about everything are necessary to make using fun fabrics!

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With these great bags you can use your favorite durable fabric to create something that you can use everyday. Take a look at some of these patterns that you can download for your next sewing project.

Ella Handbag Sewing Pattern

Shopping Bag PATTERN in 3 Sizes: Grocery Shopping and Foldaway
Shopping Bag PATTERN in 3 Sizes: Grocery Shopping and Foldaway

Ella is sweet but sophisticated and just plain fun to construct! This cute handbag has 2 deep pockets and more inside that you can customize to hold all your essentials. Optional snap closure. Finished size is 15″ wide at top x 10″ tall x 5″ deep.

Tango Bag Sewing Pattern

As they say, “It takes 2 to tango!” and this great pattern doesn’t disappoint. Included are easy directions for making 2 different bags, both of which are roomy enough to carry all your important stuff but light enough not to weigh you down. Four inside and 2 outside pockets complete the bags. Bags are 8″ x 6 1/2″ and 13″ x 10″.

Farmer’s Market Tote Bag Sewing Pattern

Farmers' Market Tote Bag Sewing Pattern
Farmers’ Market Tote Bag Sewing Pattern – $9.98

Have you ever tried to fill a canvas bag at the grocery store? It can be very frustrating as it flips and flops all over the place and won’t stay open. This bag is designed to fit the chrome bag stands that most stores have at the check out stand. Fully lined to be extra sturdy for all of your grocery needs. Front pocket for your grocery list, keys and phone! Finished size is 12 1/2″ wide at bottom, 21″ across at top and 15″ tall. Pocket is 6″ x 8″. l

Download the Farmer’s Market Tote Bag Sewing Pattern

More Bags to Sew


Sweet Retreat Purse Sewing Pattern
Sweet Retreat Purse Sewing Pattern – $7.98

This weekend bag features 2 outside pockets and 2 inside pockets with a tab closure. This pattern uses Jelly Rolls and Charm Packs. Finished size: 22″ W x 15″ H x 8″ D Designed by Sue Marsh.


Got Pockets? Purse Sewing Pattern
Got Pockets? Purse Sewing Pattern – $7.98

There are even credit card slots for all those store rewards cards. You will learn how to make pleated pockets and insert zippers. The construction is sturdy and the bag stands on its own. Contains 5 exterior pockets and 6 interior pockets.


The Saturday Duffle Bag Sewing Pattern
The Saturday Duffle Bag Sewing Pattern – $11.99

The Saturday Duffle bag sewing pattern is a pattern for a round, lined zippered duffle bag. It features an optional exterior pocket and a detachable shoulder strap. The pattern includes instructions to create the bag in 3 different sizes. Designed by M


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