The Modern Sewing Co - Away Tote Bag Pattern

The Away Tote is our answer to the perfect weekend bag. Taking inspiration from the best selling Day Tote pattern, the Away Tote has been designed to hold a bigger capacity, with additional functions for carrying a heavier load.

Shaped to fit the size specifications of cabin luggage, the bag features a roomy interior that narrows towards the top, 2 handle lengths, spacious internal pockets and the option of a zip up lid for security.

Skill level: Suitable for all levels including beginners. 

Dimensions:

Length : 55cm/21"

Width: 28cm1/11"

Height: 40cm/16"

Materials & supplies

We recommend choosing a sturdy and durable fabric for your main shell with a weight of around 13-18OZ / 450-600GSM. A sturdy lining will also help to give the bag shape so try to choose something with a good weight and structure with a weight of around 10-15OZ / 350-500GSM. And a mid/light weight cotton or linen is recommended for the piping to help reduce the bulky seam allowances.

Main Fabric:

Fabric width 150cm/60" = 1m | 1 1/8 yd

Fabric width 110cm/44" = 1.5m | 1 5/8 yd

Lining Fabric:

Fabric width 150cm/60" = 0.85m | 7/8 yd

Fabric width 110cm/44" = 1.3m | 1 3/8 yd

Piping Fabric:

85 x 35cm (7/8 yd x3/8 yd)

Fusing/Interfacing:

100cm x 120cm (1 1/8 yd x 1 1/4 yd) of mid/heavy weight fusible interfacing.

Webbing:

1.8 metres (2 yards) of webbing around 3-4cm (5/8”) wide.

Piping string:

466cm (5 1/8 yd) of piping string approx 7mm (5/16”) thick.

Zip (optional):

An open ended zip between 60-65cm (23-26”) - open ended is used in our construction method but closed end is alslo workable.

Zipper Foot:

You'll need a zipper foot for your sewing machine to sew the piping seams as well as the optional zip.

Pages to print: Instructions - 11, A4/US Letter - 23, A0 - 1