{"id":11252,"date":"2022-09-17T19:11:22","date_gmt":"2022-09-17T23:11:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=11252"},"modified":"2022-09-17T19:56:54","modified_gmt":"2022-09-17T23:56:54","slug":"zipper-top-tote-free-bag-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/zipper-top-tote-free-bag-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Zipper Top Tote &#8211; Free Bag Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1.jpg\" alt=\"zipper top tote\" class=\"wp-image-11324 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1.jpg\" alt=\"zipper top tote\" class=\"wp-image-11324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This pattern isn't for beginners. &nbsp;I'm calling this an Intermediate pattern and as such, it comes with regular pattern-style instructions rather than the full step-by-step tutorial you might find with beginner patterns. &nbsp;So some previous experience in sewing bags before and an understanding of construction would be useful for this project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it's well worth it &#8211; this is a great bag. &nbsp;Previously my husband told me my <a title=\"Expanding Nautical Tote Bag Pattern\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/expanding-nautical-tote-bag-pattern\/\">Expanding Nautical Tote Bag<\/a> was the best bag I'd ever made, but now he says he thinks this one is even better &#8211; looks like it was from a &#8216;nice shop' he said. &nbsp;Praise indeed!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"384\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote.jpg\" alt=\"zipper top tote\" class=\"wp-image-11322 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote-500x295.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote-150x89.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/384;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote.jpg\" alt=\"zipper top tote\" class=\"wp-image-11322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote-500x295.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Grey-zipper-top-tote-150x89.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sadly I had a bit of an interfacing issue and my interfacing came away in parts when I turned my bag, giving it a bit of a crumpled and bubbly look, but I can live with it. &nbsp;When I get more supplies, I'll make this one again, maybe in a stripe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Zipper Top Tote<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Full-length top zipper as a feature<\/li><li>Two front slip pockets with twist locks<\/li><li>One full-width outside zipper pocket on the back<\/li><li>Ready-made handles<\/li><li>Zipper pocket and slip pocket inside<\/li><li>Finished bag measures about 12 inches wide by 15 tall, plus handles.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11312 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sewing-various-001-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Materials needed (to make one the same size as mine):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Outer fabric &#8211; 1\/2 yard \u00a0( I used an organic cotton twill from Fabric Mart)<\/li><li>Lining \/ contrast fabric &#8211; a bit less than 1 yard<\/li><li>Two small <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dojIW2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">twist locks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3qNfRou\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ready-made handles<\/a><\/li><li>Top zipper &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3LooAqv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16 inches<\/a><\/li><li>Back zipper &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3RT7qUy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12 inches<\/a><\/li><li>Internal zipper &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3eVD7Oo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 inches (suggested)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3BlTyv3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dangles<\/a> &#8211; cute pink flower dangles &#8211; optional<\/li><li>The pattern download<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I used materials that are all available from Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fabric Suggestions from Amazon.com<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"true\";\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"soseea-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_title = \"My Amazon Picks\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"384c31ff19bd9062e3b2ea969235b206\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B006P5TWJ4,B09NCF955Q,B08CHLBGBR,B07WF931KG\";\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pattern Download<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We're going to continue to use the Payhip webstore to distribute our patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our patterns are still free, but now you now have the option of making a small contribution if you like our work! We'd really appreciate it and it will help us keep going with new and fun designs like this. Even a dollar or two really goes a long way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks so much in advance for helping us out.&nbsp; You can use any credit card and you don't need a Paypal account, although you can use one if you have one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href='https:\/\/payhip.com\/b\/a1YW' class='big-button bigteal' target=\"_blank\">Pattern Download HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions on how to make the Zipper Top Tote Bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full step-by-step and photo instructions are included with the download PDF file.<\/strong> &nbsp;Abbreviated instructions and small photos are included here so you can see if the pattern is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11313 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-1-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cut and interface all of your pieces. &nbsp;Assemble the outer front pocket by stitching the pocket lining to the top edge of the pocket. &nbsp;Turn and press.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Line up the pocket on the outer of the bag and pin in place. &nbsp;Draw a line with a disappearing pen down the center of the pocket top to bottom, and stitch through all layers, reinforcing the stitching at the top. &nbsp;Install the twist-lock hardware.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11314 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-2-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Assemble the back of the bag. &nbsp;Take your lower back piece and the zipper. &nbsp;Center the zipper at the top edge with the right side of the zipper facing the right side of the fabric. &nbsp;Add the pocket lining on the top, face down. &nbsp;Match up all raw edges and stitch with your zipper foot. &nbsp;Press and topstitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the upper back piece and match it right sides together at the other side of the zipper. &nbsp;Bring the bottom of the pocket lining up to match to the raw edges and stitch through all layers. &nbsp;Press the lining towards the bottom and topstitch along the top of the zipper.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3.jpg\" alt=\"http:\/\/wp.me\/p2WfGc-2W1\" class=\"wp-image-11315 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3.jpg\" alt=\"http:\/\/wp.me\/p2WfGc-2W1\" class=\"wp-image-11315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-3-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Assemble the lining. &nbsp;Match the facing at the top of each lining piece, pin, and stitch. Press the seam between the two and topstitch. &nbsp;Check the length of the lining pieces to the outer pieces and trim if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside pockets. &nbsp;Add a pocket or pockets of your choice to the lining of the bag now. &nbsp;You can read here how you can <a title=\"Sew the perfect slip pocket for your bag\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sew-the-perfect-slip-pocket\/\">add the perfect slip pocket<\/a>, or how to <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><a href=\" http:\/\/wp.me\/p2WfGc-2W1\">add in an internal zipper pocket<\/a><\/span>.<\/span> &nbsp;I'm adding a zip pocket to my bag on one side and a small slip pocket on the other side for my phone, keys, and pen.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11316 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-4-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Add in any handles and decorative studs or hardware at this point.&nbsp; I used ready-made handles.&nbsp; To place them, turn over \u00bd inch at the top of your fabric to check for placement.&nbsp; Make sure the handles are level and equal on both pieces, front, and back.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11317 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-5-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Prepare and add your zipper tabs. &nbsp;Repeat for both ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lay the outer fabric face up.&nbsp; Line up the zipper on top and center it with the same overhang at either end.&nbsp; The zipper teeth should be facing the right side of the fabric.&nbsp; Place the lining on top, face down.&nbsp; Mark in 2 inches from the edge of the fabric on each side and stitch through all layers between these 2 marks only, securing the zipper in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Repeat for the other side of the bag and zipper.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11318 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-6-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Flatten out your bag with the right sides of the outer fabric together and the right sides of the lining together, and the zipper in the center.&nbsp; Match up seams and edges carefully and stitch around the perimeter.&nbsp; Leave a large gap in the side seam of the lining to turn the bag right side out later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box the corners of the bag, both the outer and the lining with a 2-inch line across each corner.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11319 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/454;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7.jpg\" alt=\"Love how good this bag looks, can't believe its home-made. Free pattern.\" class=\"wp-image-11319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7.jpg 650w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Instructions-7-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Turn the bag right sides out and give it a good press.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Press the fabric carefully away from the zipper, front, and back.&nbsp; Close the gap in the lining by hand or machine. &nbsp;Push the lining down inside the bag. &nbsp;In the gaps under the zipper at each end, turn in the raw edges, match up seams, and pin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Topstitch all the way around the top of the bag, making sure to push the lining down and away from the back of the zipper as you go.&nbsp; Close the gaps under the zipper. &nbsp;Add on your cute zipper dangles for a bit of fun.&nbsp; Give everything a final press and you are done.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2.jpg\" alt=\"zipper top tote\" class=\"wp-image-11326 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2.jpg\" alt=\"zipper top tote\" class=\"wp-image-11326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Featured-image-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I hope you enjoy your bag as much as I love mine. &nbsp;Do you have any &#8216;must-have' features on bags that you always look out for or add when making your own?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode478Html\" style=\"float: none; 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