Utility Tote
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🧵 Utility Tote Sewing Pattern & Tutorial
Create your own versatile, everyday tote with this beautifully detailed sewing pattern from Pear Patterns.
The Utility Tote is equal parts practical and stylish — perfect for errands, work, travel, or weekend adventures. With roomy compartments, sturdy straps, and thoughtful design details, this bag will quickly become your go-to carryall!
✨ Features
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Spacious main compartment with recessed zipper closure
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Handy interior welt pocket for small essentials
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Elasticized water bottle pocket on the interior
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Comfortable over-the-shoulder straps
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Fully lined for a professional, structured finish
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Step-by-step tutorial for confident sewing success
🧷 Skill Level
Advanced Beginner — Ideal for sewists comfortable with topstitching, zippers, and basic bag construction.
Each step is clearly explained and illustrated, making this a fun, confidence-building project!
📏 Finished Dimensions
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Bag: 16in x 13in x 6in (41cm x 33cm x 15cm)
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Strap Length: 28in (71cm)
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Strap Drop: 12in (30cm)
📂 What’s Included
Your digital download includes:
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Full step-by-step instruction booklet
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Professionally drafted pattern pieces
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Print-at-home files (US Letter, A4) + A0 copy-shop format
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Both metric and imperial measurements
🪡 Materials & Supplies
Recommended Fabrics
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Exterior: Twill, canvas, duck cloth, corduroy, or vinyl/leather (omit interfacing for vinyl/leather)
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Lining: Quilting cotton (like Kona or Pima)
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Interfacing: Medium-weight & heavy-weight fusible
Fabric Requirements
| Material | Imperial | Metric |
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| Main Fabric (58” / 147 cm) | 1 yd | 91 cm |
| Lining Fabric (44” / 112 cm) | 1¼ yds | 114 cm |
| Medium Fusible Interfacing (44” / 112 cm) | 1¼ yds | 114 cm |
| Heavy Fusible Interfacing (44” / 112 cm) | ½ yd | 46 cm |
Notions & Hardware
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1 × #5 separating zipper (13" / 33 cm)
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1 × #5 zipper or zipper tape (8" / 20 cm)
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1 × elastic (¼" / 6 mm × 5" / 13 cm)
Tools & Equipment
Sewing machine, iron, clips or pins, fabric shears, snips, marking tools, and matching thread (heavy-duty for vinyl/leather).
🧵 Construction Notes
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Seam allowance: ½" (12 mm) unless otherwise noted
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Transfer all pattern markings before assembly
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Print at 100% / Actual Size and align using the provided markers
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Includes ½" (13 mm) overlap for easy taping
💧 Product Care
For a washable bag, use washable fabrics and pre-wash before cutting.
Spot-clean vinyl, leather, or waxed canvas.
💻 Digital Download
This is a PDF sewing pattern — no physical item will be mailed.
Your files will be available for instant download after checkout.
❤️ Make It Your Own
Customize your Utility Tote with your favorite fabrics and colors, and enjoy creating a handmade piece that’s as beautiful as it is functional. Perfect for everyday use, gifting, or your handmade shop!