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A sew-along brings together embroidery fans from around the world in making the same design at the same time through our various Facebook groups. Our bag technique sew along is meant to offer more of a challenge, with one sew along bi-monthly.
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Retro Revival Lap-Tote









ITH Sizes: 6x10 and 8x8
Get ready to bring some retro charm to your outfit with our Retro Revival Lap-tote! This is an ITH (in the hoop) machine embroidery design.
This laptop tote has a three pockets on the back, two zipper pockets under the front flap (optional), and a zipper closure. To add all of these elements requires more advanced sewing skills but our tutorial video can be used alongside our detailed written instructions to make this project easier
The design comes in two sizes - the largest can be made in the 6x10 and the medium-sized version can be made in the 8x8 hoop (optional to use a 5x7 hoop for some blocks to save stabiliser). The bag is completely lined and has no raw seams.

5th March - 5th May
Join Our Bag Technique Facebook GroupFABRIC WE USED ON OUR 6"X10" SAMPLE
- Fabric Dark Brown = 1/2 yrd/mtr (contrast, strap, zip, sides & base)
- Fabric Tan/Orange = 1/2 yrd/mtr (include the flap lining)
- Fabric Mustard = 1 x Fat Quarter.1.5 yards (1.3mtr) of quilt cotton for the body lining, pockets and the contrast on the shoulder strap.