Last weekend, we had a mother-daughter sew down and I made it my business to make a Super Tote by Noodlehead. And I am so glad I did!
This bag was pretty easy to put together and one I would definitely make again. I also was fortunate to have Lee there to help me as she has made several. (Thanks, Lee!)
I used some Essex Yarn-Dyed linen for the sides and straps. All the other fabrics are from the gorgeous Sunnyside collection by Kate Spain. I used prints from the Shade and Opal color way and I love how it turned out. Like. really. love. it.
This tote is actually really quite large. I was surprised at how much stuff I could fit in it. I did make a few changes to the pattern. I only put one set of elasticized pockets on the inside.
I also top stitched over the straps at the top of the bag to hold them in place and keep the bag from rolling down. I also fully lined the front pocket and used extra interfacing in several places as well as a layer of cotton duck to help with the shape.
I really love how it turned out. Did I mention that already?!
Happy Sewing! :-)
Love your tote! That is just gorgeous!
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ReplyDeleteits beautiful! love the colours and the noodlehead pattern :)
ReplyDeleteOh that's beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteI just made this bag, too - took it to Quilt Festival tonight and filled it up - it is HUGE and lovely and wonderful and it was a great pattern! Love your fabrics, btw!
ReplyDeleteLove your fabrics - I just made this, too! It is a great pattern and makes a very sturdy, huge bag. I made the same sorts of modifications - really stiffened it up! I love this bag!
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