Away Tote

The Away Tote is our answer to the perfect weekend bag. Taking inspiration from our best selling Day Tote pattern, the Away Tote has been designed to hold a bigger capacity, with additional functions for carrying a heavier load.

Shaped to fit the size specifications of cabin luggage, the bag features a roomy interior that narrows towards the top, 2 handle lengths, spacious internal pockets and the option of a zip up lid for security.

Dimensions: Length: 55cm, Width: 28cm, Height: 40cm.

Difficulty: Beginner

Fabric recommendations:
We recommend choosing a sturdy and durable fabric for your main shell with a weight of around 13-18OZ / 450-600GSM. A sturdy lining will also help to give the bag shape so try to choose something with a good weight and structure with a weight of around 10-15OZ / 350-500GSM. And a mid/light weight cotton or linen is recommended for the piping to help reduce the bulky seam allowances.

Fabric requirements:
Main Fabric:
Fabric width 150cm/60" = 1m | 1 1/8 yd
Fabric width 110cm/44" = 1.5m | 1 5/8 yd

Lining Fabric:
Fabric width 150cm/60" = 0.85m | 7/8 yd
Fabric width 110cm/44" = 1.3m | 1 3/8 yd

Piping Fabric:
85 x 35cm (7/8 yd x3/8 yd)

Notions:

• Matching thread
• 1.8 metres (2 yards) of webbing around 3-4cm (5/8”) wide.
• 466cm (5 1/8 yd) of piping string approx 7mm (5/16”) thick.
• 100cm x 120cm (1 1/8 yd x 1 1/4 yd) of mid/heavy weight fusible interfacing1.8 metres (2 yards) of webbing around 3-4cm (5/8”) wide.
• An open ended zip between 60-65cm (23-26”) - open ended is used in our construction method but closed end is alslo workable (optional).