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The Stitching Scientist

    Modern Curves Tote Bag with Free Pattern

    Bags· Free Pattern· Purses

    13 Jul

    I have no idea why but I have been into bags lately. Here is another curvy one I did this weekend. This tutorial is the same as my Oval Messenger Bag. The pattern is similar with the side overlays curving outwards instead of inwards as with the oval bag. I also added a top zipper which is optional. I left the bag without a closure but I think a magnetic snap or Velcro will work.

    The fabric used for the main part of the bag is Macrina Busato Handmade found at Fabricworm. I fell in love with this fabric and knew I had to buy some for a small project. Its accented with a polkadot deep blue fabric on the side. I hope you guys enjoy the free pattern.

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    I decided to use both fabrics on the straps. I love how it turned out.

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    This was my first time adding a top zipper so it looks kinda sloppy. I hope yours come out better than mine.

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    Aren’t you just loving this handmade fabric! Look how pretty it looks on the back.

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    There you have it!

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    Download the FREE PATTERN HERE

    Modern Curves Bag

    Thanks for visiting and happy sewing,

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    Kylie · 568 weeks ago

    Your patterns just get better and better! You're a true inspiration :)

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    Julie · 568 weeks ago

    This is a really neat bag! Love the handmade fabric, and the little front zipper! very nice! Thx for the tutorial!!!!
    My recent post Finished new baby banner!
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    stitchscientist 55p · 567 weeks ago

    Thanks Julie!
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    Linda · 568 weeks ago

    Thank you so much for the tutorial! Love the fabric and design!
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    Anne · 568 weeks ago

    Cute bag!! The little zipper is a neat detail! I've got a post scheduled for this evening that links to your tutorial:
    http://sewing.craftgossip.com/free-pattern-modern...
    --Anne
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    Kerrie · 568 weeks ago

    You keep popping out the cutest things!!!
    Awesome! Love the material you used!

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    stitchscientist 55p · 567 weeks ago

    Kerrie Thanks so much!.
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    Britstitcher · 567 weeks ago

    A wonderful bag. I finished one today for a friend's daughter who will be going back to work in France this autumn. I used a wonderful handbag print by Cosmo Textile. My only modifications were the addition of a recessed zipper pane and a pleated pocket with a label attached. I've sent a post to All Free Sewing. Hope they use it. Thanks again for your inspiration!
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    stitchscientist 55p · 567 weeks ago

    I am glad you were able to use the pattern.
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    Sheila Perl · 559 weeks ago

    Thank you for the free pattern and tutorial for your beautiful bag!!
    I love the fabrics you used and the front zipper is just the perfect touch :)
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    Barbara W · 559 weeks ago

    Love the design of your bag, thanks for sharing! I found a tute for making the zipper a little easier and cleanly finished if you're interested https://app.box.com/shared/869jey4eat Click on Zippered Pouch with Pocket Tutorial.
    My recent post Baby Girl Gift Set in Pink Seven pc Hooded Towel Set Personalized by DownHomeDesigns
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    Haberdashery Shop 11p · 545 weeks ago

    Love this pattern as well as the design now all I have to do is to look for a fabric like this one since I really like the color combination and the print of the fabric
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    Kendra · 514 weeks ago

    u should make a video
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    gabriela · 512 weeks ago

    gracias por compartir ; )
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    paper · 511 weeks ago

    We always feel great irritation and confusion while studying the heavy and loaded books with long lessons. The story does not end with the learning of a book.
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    megan · 489 weeks ago

    wow...you should learn to teach people how to so stuff better....I could hardly understand it
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    Judy · 476 weeks ago

    another beautiful bag=) i hope i will be as good as you soon... I tried making a baby pant... it didnt come out exactly right... anyways just letting you know that you're so nice to take the time to show us all how it's done... thank you so much again beautiful lady=)
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    monu · 441 weeks ago

    Strategy – very large! You will find so many places in the world My partner and i so want to visit. Scattering the saying in addition! Massage Minneapolis
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    Heather · 369 weeks ago

    Wow! Another pattern ripoff! Are any of your patterns your own? THis is the 241 Tote from Noodlehead. You need to take these down and give credit to the original designer.
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    Ckay · 357 weeks ago

    Thank you for the pattern I tweeked it a bit and added a deep pocket to the bach and one in the lining. Turned out cute, thanks again
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    snapchat · 318 weeks ago

    great work admin
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    Sue · 124 weeks ago

    I love the pattern, but being a new sewer I did not find directions as to how much fabric, and directions to put together.
    Is there somewhere that I can obtain them? Thank you.
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