$35

The Ultimate Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Recorded Workshop

Course 21 Lessons

Got a much loved but seldom worn t-shirt lying around? Give it a new life by repurposing it into this fun tote! Use any size adult t-shirt for this pattern. In this recorded workshop, I follow the pattern step-by-step, explaining everything along the way. You will end up with a functional tote that you can be proud of!

Enjoy using this roomy tote for library books, planners, as a diaper bag, a large purse, and many other uses. *Pattern Included

Contents

Introduction

I’m so glad you are here! 😃 In this section, I will be sharing what inspired this tote pattern idea. I will also do a show-and-tell of a few bags I have made. This is to get you thinking about personalized variations you would like to include for your tote. Most importantly, I will advise you on how to select a t-shirt that work best for this tote project. Finally, I will review the materials needed before we begin construction.

  • T-Shirt Tote Intro.mp4 . 4 mins . 187 MB
  • Intro Part II.mp4 . 1 min . 38.3 MB
  • About T-Shirt Selection.mp4 . 5 mins . 375 MB
  • Tote Show-and-Tell.mp4 . 6 mins . 527 MB
  • T-Shirt Tote Pattern.pdf . 8.43 MB
  • Welcome!
  • Tote Materials.png . 503 KB
  • Tote Cover.png . 2.89 MB
  • Preparing the Exterior & Interior Panels

    How to cut the t-shirt into two pieces. Applying stabilizer. Cutting it the appropriate size for the bag. Attaching the bag bottom. Sewing the interior accent fabric to the lining.

  • Cutting the T-Shirt.mp4 . 13 mins . 740 MB
  • Lining Accent.mp4 . 6 mins . 283 MB
  • The Inside Pocket

    The inside pocket(s) may be cut from the T-shirt, or an accent fabric. If the T-shirt has a small emblem on the front, using this for the pocket piece is explained.

  • Pocket.mp4 . 15 mins . 1.07 GB
  • The Button & Button Loop

    A size 60 (1.5″) button is recommended. Details about how to sew it to the bag. Also, demonstrating how to construct the button loop.

  • Button & Button Loop.mp4 . 8 mins . 651 MB
  • The Handles

    The handles are my favorite part of this tote! They really add that custom pop to the look.

  • The Handles.mp4 . 12 mins . 1010 MB
  • Sewing It All Together

    Sewing the exterior and interior panels together. Turning hole. Boxing the corners. Sew interior to exterior. Topstitch. Topstitch again. Now………you’re done!!
  • Sew Panels Together.mp4 . 1 min . 66.3 MB
  • A Note About Boxing Corners

  • Boxing the Seams & Sewing Lining to Exterior.mp4 . 15 mins . 1.07 GB
  • The Final Step – Topstitching & Topstitching Again.mp4 . 11 mins . 1.09 GB
  • The Reveal & Epilogue

    Let’s see the final tote in detail. Final Thoughts.

    I’d love to see yours!

  • Final Reveal & Epilogue.mp4 . 4 mins . 232 MB
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  • Testimonials

    I enjoyed making the T-shirt Tote. The pattern was easy to follow and went together rather quickly. Can easily be made in a day.

    Michelle H.

    @lovebloomsquilts

    I so enjoyed creating my own tote bag from one of my favorite, but not worn anymore shirts. I just couldn’t get rid of it & this was the perfect project for it. The pattern is very well written & the end project is simply fabulous! My mom & mother-in-law have already given me shirts so they can have a bag also. They’re in love with my bag!

    Tessa J.

    @tessajayquilts

    I think this is a great pattern & I enjoyed making the tote. I’ll definitely be making another one. The bag came together in about 3 hours from start to finish.

    Kristine M.

    @journeyofkristine

    $35

    The Ultimate Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Recorded Workshop

    Course 21 Lessons

    Got a much loved but seldom worn t-shirt lying around? Give it a new life by repurposing it into this fun tote! Use any size adult t-shirt for this pattern. In this recorded workshop, I follow the pattern step-by-step, explaining everything along the way. You will end up with a functional tote that you can be proud of!

    Enjoy using this roomy tote for library books, planners, as a diaper bag, a large purse, and many other uses. *Pattern Included