Product Description
Tote bags were initially mainly used by brands to advertise themselves and promote sustainability (as an alternative to plastic bags). Nowadays, however, tote bags can be seen everywhere, out on the street, in a range of different styles, and can be adapted to any situation. This book gives you an easy pattern for making a basic tote bag, as well as, above all, twenty ideas for personalizing it to your taste and requirements. If you do not fancy the sewing part, it is very easy to buy your own plain tote bags. Then all you have to do is add your own personal touch! You can use different techniques to make the bag (or bags!) that suit your fancy: embroidery, painting, dyeing, transfers, boutis (French quilting), stamping, etc. And although each project has been assigned a particular level of difficulty, all are well within reach of even the most absolute beginner.
Review
'Wonderful ways to personalise a plain tote bag as well as how to make your own … your textile projects will be transformed!' - Craft Stamper
'Beautifully made, with hard covers and quality papers made to a perfect size, illustrated with beautiful pictures for all the inspiring projects' - This is Life
'Plenty to inspire both novice and experienced crafters alike ... these stylish books will appeal to all ages' - Sewing World
'The books are well laid out, with good, clear instructions and lots and lots of inspiration, making you just want to have a go! ' - Life at the Zoo Blog
'Beautiful pictures and an easy to read layout ... I love that the four books give a good range of skills for people to pick up' - Live It Love It Make It
Book Description
20 projects to create and customise your own tote bags
From the Back Cover
Tote bags were initially mainly used by brands to advertise themselves and promote sustainability (as an alternative to plastic bags). Nowadays, however, tote bags can be seen everywhere, out on the street, in a range of different styles, and can be adapted to any situation. This book gives you an easy pattern for making a basic tote bag, as well as, above all, twenty ideas for personalizing it to your taste and requirements. If you do not fancy the sewing part, it is very easy to buy your own plain tote bags. Then all you have to do is add your own personal touch! You can use different techniques to make the bag (or bags!) that suit your fancy: embroidery, painting, dyeing, transfers, boutis (French quilting), stamping, etc. And although each project has been assigned a particular level of difficulty, all are well within reach of even the most absolute beginner.
About the Author
Sonia Lucano writes widely on crafts and interior design. She is the author of numerous books on the subject.
