Easy Tote Bags (Sewing Project For Beginners)

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Hi there, I made two tote bags using cute cat-printed home decor fabrics. These tote bags are easy and fast to make, a perfect sewing project for beginner sewists. The final size is approximately 34 cm long x 34 cm wide and 9 cm deep. The size is enough to carry books or shopping stuff. The process started with cutting the fabric,  - The tote bag's body: 42 cm long x 38 cm wide (on fold). - Handle: 62 cm long x 8 cm wide (2x). - Bias tape band 4 cm wide. Fold the fabric right sides together and sew both sides. And then, clip and sew the bias tape band to secure the fabric (to avoid fraying). Cut the corners, 3 cm x 3cm square, after the seam allowance. Sew the corner and secure it with bias tape band ( both sides). Here is the look after I sew the corners. I work on the handles by folding them in half and then clip the seam allowance 1 cm inside. Fold the seam allowance 1 cm inside and fold the fabr...
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Burdastyle Summer Tank, Dress And Jersey Cowl Top

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Finally my little boy recovered from cough and flu, so today I have time to write a post on this blog.
I finished three projects before my holidays but I didn't have time to post them. The summer tank and dress based on free Burdastyle pattern. The pattern is originally for a tank but I think it will be good to make a dress too.


SUMMER TANK
Pattern: free pattern from Burdastyle, Summer Tank Top 05/2013 size 34/36. Beware, the pattern is too big, the size of the armhole is almost on my waist. So, I have to reduced both side of the tank 3". And I also reduced the length of the tank 3.5"

Materials: 1.5 yard of printed rayon from my stash - it's not the most comfortable fabric but the print is beautiful.

This is a very easy and fun project to make. I drew the pattern according to the instructions from Burdastyle, reduced the side and the length of the tank. I sew the tank right side together with 1.5 cm seam allowance. Then sew the drawstring and insert it at the neckline. I used 4 cm for the hem allowance. Done!
I really love this tank, it is very fresh to wear on hot summer day and the drawstring at the neckline is totally cute:)

SUMMER DRESS
Pattern: I used same pattern for the tank and added the length down to the knee. I also made a belt from the same fabric.

Materials: 2 yards of very soft printed cotton from my stash.

Dress belt, 3.5" x 56 " on fold

JERSEY COWL TOP
Pattern:  Burdastyle Jersey Cowl Top 03/2013 size 34 with little adjustment on the waist (my waist is size 36).

Materials: 1.25 yards of jersey in strong pink color, me-made bias tape from the same fabric and same color of thread.

This is another easy, fast and fun project to make, I will definitely make more from the same pattern but different fabric and color.



Happy stash styling!

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  1. MargoAugust 31, 2013 at 1:05 AM

    Beautiful projects Hana! The red cowl top is a great color on you and you know I love a pretty dress...and yours is a pretty one!

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    1. Hana August 31, 2013 at 4:58 PM

      Thank you so much for your sweet comment, Margo! My jersey cowl top is in strong pink color, but it look red in the picture:)

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  2. jacquianneAugust 31, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    I love your version of the dress - I have plans to make the top and extend to dress for my DD.

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    1. Hana August 31, 2013 at 6:27 PM

      Thank you, jacquianne! I am looking forward to see your top and dress for your DD.

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  3. Sarah LizAugust 31, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    All such pretty little garments again- I like them all, all quite different moods. The dress length for the burda tie top looks lovely - the belt is a good idea or it would be a big tent. I am glad your little boy is better.

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  4. AriBSeptember 1, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    Very nice pieces! I love the dress!

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  5. ZoëSeptember 1, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    Love all the projects and yay for stashbusting!

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    1. Hana September 1, 2013 at 11:28 PM

      Thank you, Zoe! I am glad that my stash is getting smaller:)

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  6. CarolynSeptember 1, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    Those are some lovely new things! the red top is so cheerful on you, and the pretty prints are gorgeous and perfect for summer :)

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    1. Hana September 1, 2013 at 11:29 PM

      Thank you, Carolyn! These garments are perfect for summer and very comfortable to wear too:)

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    so simple but beautiful

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  8. UnknownSeptember 2, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    Hi Hana, as usual they're all lovely. The burda top looks like a wardrobe staple for the tropics (I need to download it). And I agree, the pink (looks red in the pics), top is a great colour for you.

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    1. Hana September 2, 2013 at 11:34 PM

      Hi Belinda, thank you so much!
      Yes, the burda tank top is perfect for tropics and very easy to sew too:)

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  9. SewingadictaSeptember 6, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    I did the top of the armhole BurdaStyle and it was huge also in my ... Love your red top .. It's wonderful!

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  10. Hana September 6, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Thanks, Rosy! I do love the cowl top too so much. Maybe will make another one with little variation.
    Yes, everyone said the same thing about the huge armhole of Burdastyle tank top.

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2014 at 4:33 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!!!!. Love the ideas and style especially that floral summer tank.

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  12. UnknownAugust 3, 2014 at 12:49 AM

    Thank you so much for posting your adjustments to the summer tank project! I am about to make the tank, and am happy to know how to fix the armholes.

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  13. mens tank topDecember 31, 2014 at 11:36 AM

    Thanks for sharing this with us! Some really amazing features. I liked the dresses.

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