Turn your charm squares into
Charming Totes
following these easy patchwork tote bag patterns
Ever stare at your stash of charm squares (those cute little 5" fabric squares) and think, “What am I even going to do with all these?”.
Same here — which is exactly why I designed the Charm Squares Friendly Tote Bag patterns!
They’ve quickly become a favorite, and here’s why:
Stash-friendly – No need to buy new fabric (unless you want to, of course!)
Beginner approved – A fun, satisfying ONE-DAY project
Roomy & versatile – But you can easily size it down
The bags are quilted! – And who doesn’t love a soft, cozy quilted tote?
You’ll pick up some fun new techniques too — promise!
Introducing
Charming Tote II
bag pattern
Bag size: 14'' x 17'' x 2.5''
Charming Tote I
bag pattern
Bag size: 16 1/2'' x 18'' x 3''
The front panel of the bag made from a charm pack.
Turning the piece into a simple tote bag is quick and easy.
I fused the patchwork panel to foam and did a simple straight quilting with the walking foot.
Great project for beginners!
Everything at this bag is quick and easy!
Not a fan of scrappy patchwork?
You can simplify the design and sew blocks like these:
The cutting and piecing is faster and you will sew a bag in record time!
Upgrade your skills!
Learn how to install magnetic snaps in this way!
Big blocks for quilts
If you want to sew a quilt, you need a bigger block.
The pattern includes measurements for a 10.5'' block as well.
Once you know the technique, you can make the block in any size you want.
Charming Tote I
bag pattern
Turn 26 charm squares (5'') into a beautiful bag panel.
Bag size: 16 1/2'' x 18'' x 3''
An eye-catching and impactful design
Learn how to cut the charm squares to make these blocks (with minimal waste of fabric!).
Quick and easy piecing.
Learn how to construct the top piece so the entire design is visible on the bag.
Learn how to sew this type of zippered pocket inside the bag, on lining.
Quick. Easy. Fun Walking Foot Quilting
Take the block to a new level!
With just two additional steps, turn the original block into a tilted square block.
ONE DAY PROJECT!
Actually, I stitched it in one afternoon!
Bag size: 14 1/2'' x 14 1/2''
TWO MORE!
Pencil Case Pattern
This pouch is special - you can sew it in 20 minutes!
The easiest way to insert zipper.
The pattern includes measurements for four sizes.
Make it in ANY size you need- it is easy to alter the size.
The pattern includes templates in different sizes that help you draw the slot (opening) for the zipper in a quick and easy way!
I made most of my pouches out of vinyl - the quickest and easiest way, as it does not need interfacing.
Great pouch for pens/pencil, for children and adults alike.
Great for makeup stuff as well.
Made in quilt weight fabric, with the support of some interfacing.
With so many beautiful fabrics out there, the sky's the limit!
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