Introducing the Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote – Comprehensive Video Class by Andrie Designs! This is the first pattern in the new Andrie Designs Classic Collection – an ongoing collection of patterns designed to be simple and quick to construct, yet effective and classic in design. They will be patterns designed for all types of makers, whether you make to sell or simply sew for pleasure.
~ The Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote pattern has recently been featured in the Quilt Me A Bag blog series (click here) ~
The Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote pattern comes in two sizes – Handbag size and Tote Bag size. It features simple piecing, a vertical outer zipper pocket on the back, a full zipper closure along the top and an inner zipper pocket as well. It also features box corners, shiny hardware including optional bag feet, and straightforward construction techniques, making this bag a quick and easy sew.
~ This design is also available as a stand alone pattern! Click HERE to find out more! ~
Throughout the class, I will step you through how to assemble each and every component of the Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote pattern, including how to sew most of the components on the machine as well. PLEASE NOTE: the pattern and pattern pieces are NOT included with the class; you will need to purchase these separately by choosing the preferred option from the drop down box above.
The PDF pattern comes with two files – the pattern instructions/pieced pattern pages, and a large print pattern pieces file suitable for printing at your local print shop on the correct sized paper. It has 10 pages of clear, detailed instructions. It is suitable for an advanced beginner sewer. All pattern pieces have been digitally drawn. Wary of zippers? Don’t be! Throughout the pattern I give detailed and comprehensive instructions and diagrams to make adding the zipper/s an easy and stress-free experience.
The printed pattern is supplied in a resealable bag with a full instruction booklet. All pattern pieces are printed to scale and ready to use. Free shipping is included.
Why choose the ad-free class?
- Watch uninterrupted from start to finish
- No ads or distractions while sewing
- Easily access the class anytime via your account
- Support the creation of future patterns and tutorials
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Prefer to watch on YouTube? A free version of this class (with ads) is also available on our YouTube channel. Click here to find out more.
The finished sizes of the Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote are as follows:
HANDBAG SIZE –
- Width – 8” (20cm)
- Height – 10 3/4″ (27cm)
- Depth – 5” (13cm)
TOTE BAG SIZE –
- Width – 10”(25cm)
- Height – 12 3/4″ (32cm)
- Depth – 6”(15cm)
Materials Required:
- Outer panels (i.e. quilting cotton) – up to 3/8yd (36cm; depending on size chosen)
- Contrast panels (i.e. quilting cotton) – up to 1/4yd (23cm; depending on size chosen)
- Lining (i.e. quilting cotton) – up to 1/2yd (46cm; depending on size chosen)
- Pockets – Inner & Outer (i.e. quilting cotton) – up to 3/8yd (36cm; depending on size chosen)
- Handles, Handle Connectors & Zipper Tab (i.e. quilting cotton) – up to 1yd (91cm; depending on size chosen)
- By Annie’s Soft and Stable Foam Interfacing (or equivalent foam) OR Fusible Fleece (i.e. Pellon Thermolam 971F, Vilene H640) – up to 36″ x 17″ (91cm x 43cm; depending on size chosen)
- Light-Medium Weight Fusible Interfacing (i.e. Pellon Shapeflex SF101, Legacy Shapeflex L-SF101) – up to 1 3/4yd (1.6m, based on a 40″/100cm width; depending on size chosen)
- Optional: Plastic for base of bag (i.e. flexible kitchen chopping mat) – up to 9 1/2″ x 6″ (24cm x 15cm; depending on size chosen)
- 4 D-Rings – Handbag: 1″ (2.5cm) size, Tote Bag: 1 1/2″ (3.8cm) size
- 4 Swivel Hooks – Handbag: 1″ (2.5cm) size, Tote Bag: 1 1/2″ (3.8cm) size
- Optional: Bag Feet (1/2″ (1.2cm) size) – Handbag: 4 required, Tote Bag: 5 required
- Optional: Firm Fusible Stabilizer (for bag feet) (i.e. Pellon’s Peltex #71F, Legacy #71F) – 3″ x 3″ (8cm x 8cm)
- Coordinating Zippers – Handbag: 1 chunky/long pull zipper 16″ (40cm) long and 2 dress zippers 6″ (15cm) long; Tote Bag: 1 chunky/long pull zipper 18″ (45cm) long, 1 dress zipper 6″ (15cm) long and 1 dress zipper 8″ (20cm) long
- Coordinating thread, scissors and general sewing supplies including fabric glue/tape.
To see all the amazing tester bags, click here. For pattern sets click here.
Great news! You can purchase acrylic templates for the Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote from Brymaxx Precision! Click here to find out more!
All materials used in this Classic Carryall Handbag were from Voodoo Rabbit Fabric which you can find here.
You can purchase the hardware kit for this pattern from Betty Box Pleat, Bobbin Girl and Sallie Tomato.
Total class length is 2 hours, 36 minutes.
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Copyright Information:
– Do not copy this pattern, claim as your own or allow others to use it.
– This pattern may be used for personal and small businesses producing limited quantities only.

























































































Verna Hunt (verified owner) –
I love the bag instructions were very good but very disappointed I couldn’t download the video
Carol Blaha (verified owner) –
I purchased the pattern with video– everything went together beautifully!
Jean Robertson (verified owner) –
Instructions plus the video are easy to follow.
It is an easy sew. Will be making it again
Lisa –
Thank you so much for leaving a lovely review Jean! We truly appreciate it!
vmarty1 (verified owner) –
I loved the Video Lisa, you explained all the instructions so well. I am a visual person and it made the making of the bag so much easier. And I love the finished product.
Lisa –
Thank you so much for your lovely review!! It’s so great to hear how helpful the video was. Please feel free to share your finished bag in our patterns group on Facebook so we can all admire your beautiful creation! You can find the group here – https://www.facebook.com/groups/andriedesigns/