tlambing

lawsonmugs and I have been in contact! Depending on her reply, I'm ready to send.

I made my own pattern for this one. Just a simple Tote that I dressed up and gave it long handles for shoulder flinging. Was able to use up some of my bits and pieces from a quilt top I just finished.

jaba

Nice totes Libster, those are kind of like the ones I make too. Most of the time I just "wing" it, depending on the size I want. Answered your PM and sent you my addy info. Glad to have you as a partner

lawsonmugs

I love the long handle idea would you like long handles also?

tlambing

I like to be able to put it over my shoulder! That would be great!

lynnie

Oh Teresa, what trouble you've started. I just made another tote bag for a friend on the board. I must get it packed up now, or i'll keep that one too!!! I love they way they come out when using a heavy interfacing. Hard to handle when sewing the lineing in, but they look so beautiful when done. Troublemaker!!!!! Thanks for giving us this topic.

Libster

Thanks, Jaba. I know I have a good partner! And I really love those bright colors you posted earlier. But then, I like pastels too. Just surprise me. I know I'll love it. I've been working on a mock-up this afternoon and I think I'm really going to like it. All I lack finishing it is making a cover for the poster board insert for the bottom. I'll post a picture when I finish. I'll keep this one for ME! It's a working out the bugs and getting my ducks all in a row trial bag.

sewbizgirl

Thanks for posting the tutes, Libster! They look great.

Libster

Okay, here's my trial bag for me. I think I like this style tote. There are a few things I'll probably change when I make the next one. I hate turning straps so I know I'll make them a different way next time. I'll line the back of the pocket too. I used firm iron-on interfacing with this one. Next one will be with fusible fleece.

lynnie

beautiful tote, I'd love it!!

Chasezzz

Sent a PM to Linny. Made mine from an idea in my head...hope she likes it!