• May include: A red tote bag with a textured surface, two shoulder straps, and a front pocket. The text reads MIDDLETON TOTE SEWING PATTERN and STEP-BY-STEP PHOTO + PRINTABLE PATTERN PIECES. A small rectangular label with the text MergeBags is attached.
  • May include: The Middleton Tote pattern features a red textured tote bag shown from front, back, side, bottom, and interior views. The side view shows a 5-inch bottom width. Includes zip top closure, interior zip and slip pockets, and exterior pocket.
  • May include: A red tote bag with a textured, horizontal-lined surface pattern. The bag features two long shoulder straps attached with rectangular hardware, a top zipper closure, and a small rectangular brand label on the front exterior panel.
  • May include: A terracotta-colored tote bag with a textured, lizard-skin pattern. The bag features a top zipper closure with a brass-toned metal pull, matching brass-toned hardware at the strap attachments, and a visible exterior pocket.
  • May include: A red tote bag with a textured exterior and two shoulder straps. The interior is lined with off-white fabric and features a zippered pocket with a metallic gold accent, along with an open slip pocket on the opposite side.
  • May include: A red handbag with a textured surface, featuring two top handles and four brass-toned metal feet on the bottom. The bag has a structured rectangular base and a zipper closure along the top edge, showcasing a consistent grain pattern.
  • May include: A supplies list for The Middleton Tote by Merge Patterns. The table details requirements for main fabric, lining fabric, stabilizer, interfacing, zippers, hardware, and optional items with specific measurements in inches and yards.
  • May include: A black tote bag with a top zipper closure and two shoulder straps. The interior is lined with off-white fabric featuring a repeating black spiral pattern. It includes a black zippered pocket and an open slip pocket inside.
  • May include: A black tote bag with a smooth, slightly glossy finish, featuring two shoulder straps attached with silver-toned metal rivets, a horizontal front pocket, and a top zipper closure that extends slightly beyond the bag's main body.
  • May include: A red tote bag with a textured surface, two shoulder straps, and a front pocket. The text reads MIDDLETON TOTE SEWING PATTERN and STEP-BY-STEP PHOTO + PRINTABLE PATTERN PIECES. A small rectangular label with the text MergeBags is attached.
  • May include: The Middleton Tote pattern features a red textured tote bag shown from front, back, side, bottom, and interior views. The side view shows a 5-inch bottom width. Includes zip top closure, interior zip and slip pockets, and exterior pocket.
  • May include: A red tote bag with a textured, horizontal-lined surface pattern. The bag features two long shoulder straps attached with rectangular hardware, a top zipper closure, and a small rectangular brand label on the front exterior panel.
  • May include: A terracotta-colored tote bag with a textured, lizard-skin pattern. The bag features a top zipper closure with a brass-toned metal pull, matching brass-toned hardware at the strap attachments, and a visible exterior pocket.
  • May include: A red tote bag with a textured exterior and two shoulder straps. The interior is lined with off-white fabric and features a zippered pocket with a metallic gold accent, along with an open slip pocket on the opposite side.
  • May include: A red handbag with a textured surface, featuring two top handles and four brass-toned metal feet on the bottom. The bag has a structured rectangular base and a zipper closure along the top edge, showcasing a consistent grain pattern.
  • May include: A supplies list for The Middleton Tote by Merge Patterns. The table details requirements for main fabric, lining fabric, stabilizer, interfacing, zippers, hardware, and optional items with specific measurements in inches and yards.
  • May include: A black tote bag with a top zipper closure and two shoulder straps. The interior is lined with off-white fabric featuring a repeating black spiral pattern. It includes a black zippered pocket and an open slip pocket inside.
  • May include: A black tote bag with a smooth, slightly glossy finish, featuring two shoulder straps attached with silver-toned metal rivets, a horizontal front pocket, and a top zipper closure that extends slightly beyond the bag's main body.
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PDF Tote Bag Pattern, Middleton Zip-Top Purse Sewing Tutorial, Digital Download

MergeFabricAndCrafts  
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Create a stylish, structured, everyday carryall with this PDF tote bag pattern. The Middleton Tote features a secure zip-top closure, roomy interior, comfortable shoulder straps, and multiple pockets for easy organization.
Designed for faux leather, leather, vinyl, cork, canvas, and other bag-making fabrics.

FEATURES

• 16" zip-top closure
• Exterior slip pocket
• Interior zippered pocket
• Interior slip pockets
• 11" handle drop
• Structured 5" base
• Protective bag feet
• Fully lined interior

FINISHED SIZE

16" top width × 12" bottom width × 13" height × 5" depth

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced beginner. Recommended for sewists comfortable with zippers, lining, interfacing, and bag hardware.

INCLUDED

• Full-size pattern pieces (measurements and pattern piece labels included)
• Step-by-step instructions (can be printed in booklet form or regular 8.5x11" paper)
• Detailed photo tutorial (Clearly written with step-by-step photos)

PLEASE NOTE

This is a digital sewing pattern only. No finished bag, fabric, hardware, or physical product will be shipped. The pattern was created by a real person and has been tested.

Instructions are written in English. For personal use only—do not copy, share, redistribute, or resell the pattern files.

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This is a great pattern. Can't wait to make it. Thanks!

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Bethan Dec 27, 2023

Nice pattern. I had to alter it slightly as I needed it be a bit taller but instructions were easy to follow.

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Karen Nov 15, 2023

It was a download with the pattern and instructions. I am ready to start on the tote this week. Good instructions and pattern.

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Elizabeth Oct 31, 2023

I can't wait to start this pattern

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May include: A red tote bag with a textured surface, two shoulder straps, and a front pocket. The text reads MIDDLETON TOTE SEWING PATTERN and STEP-BY-STEP PHOTO + PRINTABLE PATTERN PIECES. A small rectangular label with the text MergeBags is attached.

Create a stylish, structured, everyday carryall with this PDF tote bag pattern. The Middleton Tote features a secure zip-top closure, roomy interior, comfortable shoulder straps, and multiple pockets for easy organization.
Designed for faux leather, leather, vinyl, cork, canvas, and other bag-making fabrics.

FEATURES

• 16" zip-top closure
• Exterior slip pocket
• Interior zippered pocket
• Interior slip pockets
• 11" handle drop
• Structured 5" base
• Protective bag feet
• Fully lined interior

FINISHED SIZE

16" top width × 12" bottom width × 13" height × 5" depth

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced beginner. Recommended for sewists comfortable with zippers, lining, interfacing, and bag hardware.

INCLUDED

• Full-size pattern pieces (measurements and pattern piece labels included)
• Step-by-step instructions (can be printed in booklet form or regular 8.5x11" paper)
• Detailed photo tutorial (Clearly written with step-by-step photos)

PLEASE NOTE

This is a digital sewing pattern only. No finished bag, fabric, hardware, or physical product will be shipped. The pattern was created by a real person and has been tested.

Instructions are written in English. For personal use only—do not copy, share, redistribute, or resell the pattern files.

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