I figured out a way to print a pattern that's just like this (using the instructions and Wild Things pattern software) since I didn't have pattern paper. That way I could adjust the size a little. The pattern I used is the Bridge Tote and i Put the bottom edge on the fold so the pieces are one long piece. And the pattern can be used over and over since it prints in my printer on regular copier paper.
I have made 4 of these for Christmas gifts for our daughters and daughter-in-laws. Great project. I noticed an error in the printed pattern picture. On page 6, bottom right, when sewing the side seams, DO NOT sew the cut out sections as part of the side seam, as illustrated in the picture. You won't be able to form the final bottom gusset if you do. Recommendations: 1) if your printed fabric is a one way design, cut two 20" x 20 3/4" going the same direction, and seam them together with 1/4" seam that will be on the bottom of the bag. 2) I top stitched the zippers after sewing each side. They lay flatter and look cleaner on the inside.
I am missing a step - in the pattern it says "Step 4: Assemble: • Following manufacturer’s instructions, press 20" x 41" interfacing rectangle and 18" x 20" interfacing rectangle to back of 20" x 41" outer tote fabric rectangle and 18" x 20" contrasting pocket fabric rectangle." There's no mention of what interfacing that is... because in the next step it says. " Using paper pattern, cut one each from: outer tote fabric, Pellon Sof-Shape Interfacing, Pellon Insul-Fleece Batting, and Pellon Silver Lining Insul-Film." Nowhere in the pattern instructions does it say there's an extra interfacing or what it is (other than obviously some kind of fusible interfacing). And it's not in the video either. The only interfacing mentioned is the sof-shape.
I have foam insulation, I'd like to use also. It is from insulated shipping packages for insulin. Do you have any measurement suggestions so I can slip those pads in the bottom & sides? I love your teaching & videos. Thank you for your time.
Thank you for sharing your comment! You’ll find the pattern dimensions on our blog site at the following link: nancyzieman.com/blog/stitch-it-sisters/cooler-grocery-tote-sewing-tutorial-and-new-wildflower-boutique-bundle-boxes-at-shopnzp-com/
Hi Carol, Sure! The Cooler Grocery Tote handles may be made with 3-1/2 yd. Cotton Webbing nz-productions-llc.myshopify.com/collections/all/products/natural-1-cotton-webbing-by-the-yard
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