Buy the Xenta Tote Bag sewing pattern from Forget-me-not Patterns. Xenta puts a new spin on the classic tote bag, with dramatic interlocking box pleats. Designed to delight anyone who appreciates clever pleating techniques, the pleated front is made out of only one pattern piece! You’ll feel so accomplished bringing the folds together. It’s easier than it looks, and so satisfying! 

The rest of the bag is a simple design with rectangular side gussets. It comes complete with facings and linings, as well as an internal pocket, for a clean finish on the inside of the bag. With Xenta, adventurous sewing meets everyday practicality. 

Sewing level: Intermediate

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Stable medium weight non-stretch wovens that press well (natural fibres typically press better than synthetics). For lining, lightweight non-stretch wovens.

Fabric requirements: 

114 cm (44") wide fabric: Main, 1 m (1.1 yd) // Lining, 0.75 m (0.8 yd).

140 cm (55") wide fabric: Main, 1 m (1.1 yd) // Lining, 0.4 m (0.5 yd).

Sizing: H 33 cm x W 31.4 cm x D 9 cm (13" x 12 3/8" x 3 1/2") // Strap length 78 cm (30 3/4").

Notions: 0.5 m (0.6 yd) of lightweight woven fusible interfacing; 0.4 m (0.5 yd) of heavy woven fusible interfacing to stiffen the base; fusible interfacing tape (you may use pre-made fusible tape, or cut your own 1.3 cm / 1/2" wide).

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (28 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) // Layers: No (one size) // Projector file: Yes. Note: The sewing steps for the pleats are covered in a video (linked in the instructions), while the rest of the sewing steps are fully illustrated.

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