Sew a Simple Tote Bag With a Secure Center Section

By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide

Note: On these photos the small floral print is the inside of the bag and the striped floral print is the outside of the bag.

• Turn the pocket right side out.
• Align the center mark of the pocket with the center mark on the body of the bag.
• Pin the pocket to the body of the bag.
• Sew through the fold line from one raw edge to the other raw edge.

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• Materials & Cutting
• The Zipper
• Attach the Pocket
• The Side Seams
• The Straps
• Hem the Top of the Bag and Attach the Straps

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