Versatile Tote – Turtle Bay

Description

Dive into summer style with the “Versatile Tote” pattern featuring the stunning Turtle Bay collection from Northcott! This generous 22″ x 18″ tote bag combines beautiful sea turtle prints with smart construction techniques to create the perfect beach, market, or everyday carry-all. Whether you’re new to bag making or an experienced sewist, this free pattern offers clear, step-by-step instructions to help you create a professional-looking tote.

What makes this pattern special is its clever pocket design – featuring both pleated and flat exterior pockets that provide plenty of organized storage. The boxed bottom construction creates a sturdy base that allows the bag to stand on its own, while the fully lined interior ensures durability. The pattern includes precise cutting instructions and detailed assembly steps that make even seemingly complex techniques like boxed corners and pleated pockets completely approachable.

Best of all, this pattern is highly customizable – while the sample showcases gorgeous aqua turtle prints, you could easily adapt it to any fabric collection to match your style. The stabilizer adds structure without bulk, and the reinforced handles ensure this tote will stand up to daily use. Whether you’re making this as a gift or treating yourself to a new summer bag, this free pattern delivers professional results with straightforward construction methods.