Noodlehead Fika Tote

Buy the Fika Tote sewing pattern from Noodlehead. Fika is a Swedish word meaning ‘to have coffee’. The classic clean lines of this mid-sized tote bag give a nod to the designer's Scandinavian heritage. The Fika Tote has plenty of features you’ll love, like two front pockets for things you need to keep close at hand, a back lapped zipper pocket, an optional recessed zipper closure, and padded pockets. Take this tote on your next visit with friends!

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

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

NOTE: No printed pattern pieces are included. Rotary cutting instructions/measurements are provided instead, as all the pieces are rectangular (just cut and sew, no pattern pieces needed).

Suggested fabrics: Lightweight canvas (7-9 oz.) or medium weight quilting cotton for exterior fabric. Quilting cotton for lining and accent fabrics.

Fabric requirements: 44″ (112 cm) wide fabric: Exterior fabric, 1 yd (0.9 m) // Accent fabric, 1/2 yd (0.5 m) // Lining fabric (includes interior pockets), 2 yd (1.8 m).

Sizing: Finished dimensions: 17" W x 15" H x 5" D.

Notions: 3 yd of fusible woven interfacing (20" wide); 3/4 yd of foam stabiliser (58" wide) or 2 yd of Foam Flex (20" wide) or 1 yd of fusible fleece (44" wide); one 18"-20" zipper (closed-end or separating) for recessed zip closure; one 30” handbag (head-to-head or single pull) zipper for back exterior pocket (will be shortened); glue pen.

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