
I started by cutting equal lengths of the webbing and sewing the strips together. This gave me a reinforced piece of "fabric" to construct the tote. Since the edges don't fray, I didn't have to worry about finishing off the seams. I went to work on my trusty Singer...

an aside - I love my Singer sewing machine...it is an old 1950's cast iron model that I have had for over 30 years - simple straight stitch - nothing fancy. My mother taught me how to sew when I was young- I have sewed ever since. I used to make my own clothes - now I mostly make art. The machine is indestructible - I have used it to sew everything from silk organza to lightweight metal. I took it with me to London and scoured the city to find the adapter plug so that I could use it without blowing up the flat. When my mother passed away, I got her cast iron Singer - the machine I learned on - there is something to be said for the tried & true!
I used different colors to bind the edges and add the handles.
And voila! A tote ready to take anywhere you want to go!
These totes will be for sale at my space at Faded Elegance -
stop by soon!
Gorgeous! Will you be selling online? I might need to own one of these!!
ReplyDeleteno, not online - only at Faded Elegance in Snohomish. but if you want one, email me and I'm sure we could work something out!
ReplyDeleteamy
absolutely too cool! I have many compelling collections myself and am always thrilled when they connect with a purpose. Good for you Amy!
ReplyDeleteWell aren't you the smart one?! Those totes look terrific. Don't you love it when inspiration hits?
ReplyDeleteLiz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
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