Buy the Oxbow Tote sewing pattern from Noodlehead. The Oxbow is a versatile zippered top tote bag in two sizes - regular and overnight! It features an easy-access front pocket, reinforced base, removable crossbody strap, and roomy interior with a slip pocket. Customise yours by quilting (instructions included)!
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:
– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK over £50)
Suggested fabrics: Midweight canvas (6-8 oz.) for exterior and accent fabrics. Dry oilskin/waxed twill/waxed canvas can be substituted for exterior and/or accent fabric. Quilting cotton for lining. See notes in instructions for substituting quilting cotton for exterior fabric/quilting. Add 1/2 yd low-loft cotton wadding/fusible fleece/foam.
Fabric requirements:
Exterior: 42" (1.1 m) wide fabric: Regular, 1/2 yd (46 cm) // Overnight, 1 yd (91 cm).
Lining (includes interior pocket): 42" (1.1 m) wide fabric: Regular, 7/8 yd (79 cm) // Overnight, 1 1/2 yd (1.4 m).
Accent (front pocket, base): 42" (1.1 m) wide fabric: FQ or 1/3 yd (30 cm) // Overnight, 3/8 yd (35 cm).
Sizing:
Regular: Approx. finished dimensions: 15" wide x 5" deep x 12" tall (38.1 cm x 12.7 cm x 30.5 cm).
Overnight: Approx. finished dimensions: 18" wide x 7" deep x 14" tall (45.7 cm x 17.8 cm x 35.6 cm).
Notions: See image gallery.
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