Add a gusset to a tote bag. How to make a lined, boxed tote bag-perfect for beginners.

Sew a lined boxed tote bag for all your shopping needs. This is a large shopper that folds up into its own bag so it can be carried in your handbag and brought out when you need it.
The approximate finished dimensions are:
38 cm / 15" wide
42 cm / 16 1/2" high
12 cm / 4 3/4" deep
The fabric requirements are:
2 lining & 2 outer pieces - 53 x 53 cm / 21 x 21"
Strap 2 pieces - 7 x 90 cm / 2 3/4 x 35 1/2"
TIME
0.00 Intro
1.52 Project requirements
2.17 Strap
3.24 Attach straps
3.53 Add lining
5.20 Box the corners
6.19 Turn inside out
7.05 Create side gusset
8.53 Make bag holder
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[@AnneAston-p3e]

Just made one of these - really easy to follow instructions. Love the completed bag - thank you!

[@asewinglife]

Oh that’s great. I’m really glad you like it

[@calculusfan1]

If I wanted the sides to be wider, so that the bag could hold larger objects, would I just adjust the boxing out step and use a measurement larger than the 6 cm you used? Also, is there a type of fabric that would work best (or perhaps what to avoid) for this type of project (outside and lining) so that it would be able to carry heavier objects? Thank you in advance.

[@asewinglife]

Hi. Yes if you want it to be wider, use a measurement larger than the 6 cm. Bear in mind that will make the height of the bag smaller then. What I would do is cut out a wider piece of fabric, dependant on how wide you want it to be. I would use a fabric that is strong such as denim or calico or twill, even possibly an upholstery fabric that is more durable. Go for something heavy and thick that has a good stability to it. I hope that helps.

[@KristineWhitehead-m2m]

Fantastic easy instructions. I’m going to use this to replace my shopping bags.

[@asewinglife]

Excellent

[@meaghme2]

This video was amazing!!!! I need to show my mom all of your videos so we can learn together. 💖

[@asewinglife]

Thank you. That will be lovely if you learn together

[@donalyntuttle1005]

Your project was beautiful.

[@asewinglife]

Thank you so much

[@soarinpanda8walker563]

Wow ,explained so well .Search my fabric stash and make one.TFS

[@asewinglife]

That’s excellent. Enjoy making it

[@MicheleHarrisonSO]

I LOVE IT! I'm going to try to make one or two of those and toss them in the car for grocery shopping. Glad I tripped over your video.

[@asewinglife]

Great. That’s what I’ve done as well. They make very pretty grocery bags❤️

[@gwalters4316]

Your videos are always amazing ❤

[@asewinglife]

That’s very nice of you to say

[@mwd6478]

Awesome! If I wanted to seam tape the inside when using water resistant materials, could I do those exterior "definition" stitches before turning the tote inside out?

[@asewinglife]

Yes I think that should work

[@carrierobbins100]

Love this bag! The instructions are easy to follow so I’m going to give it a go. You always use such pretty material too.

[@asewinglife]

Oh thank you. It does take me a while to pick the fabric 😀

[@asewinglife]

Oh thank you. It does take me a while to pick the fabric 😀

[@AnnetteBuuck]

I just finished this bag using some old favorite t-shirts. I also used t-shirts for the lining and finished the edges of the inside like the outside so it is reversible. Turned out super cute!

[@asewinglife]

oh that sounds lovely

[@hinnychee2338]

Love your videos! 💗

[@asewinglife]

Thank you that’s very kind

[@tammyurso883]

Best tutorial!

[@asewinglife]

Oh thank you 😀

[@keiranpeyton5866]

this is so handy to keep tucked in your bag! a great way to reduce plastic shopping bags 👍

[@asewinglife]

Yes it is 😀

[@asewinglife]

😀👍🏼

[@jamesdunn9191]

I love that fabric

[@asewinglife]

Thank you. Yes, I really like it too

[@declanpeyton5567]

love the colour!

[@asewinglife]

Thank you. It’s lovely fabric

[@caryslouise1228]

What seam allowances are you using?

[@asewinglife]

I generally use 1cm /3/8”