Product Description
Bond Street Tote Bag Making Kit
We’re so excited to have teamed up with Natalie from @eightgreylines to bring you the Bond Street Tote Bag Kit—a beautifully designed, ready-to-sew project that’s perfect for quilters looking for a fun, satisfying make between larger projects. It also makes a thoughtful gift, whether for a friend or just for yourself!
Why “Bond Street Tote”?
The name comes from Bond Street in Brighton, UK—one of the city’s iconic shopping streets. Both Natalie and Morris Works are based here, so it felt like the perfect name for a tote that’s ideal for shopping trips. With two strap lengths (short for hand-carrying and long for over-the-shoulder), plus a handy front pocket for essentials or a water bottle, it’s as practical as it is stylish.
Materials & Construction
Made from high-quality quilting cotton and fully lined, the tote includes a medium-weight stabilizer for added durability and a heavyweight bag batting to give the base structure and strength. The construction is straightforward, and the step-by-step instructions walk you through each stage—from assembling the body and pocket to boxing the corners, adding the lining, and finishing with topstitching for a professional look.
What’s in the Kit
Everything is pre-cut and ready to sew:
- Main fabric and lining (all pieces pre-cut and labelled)
- Medium-weight stabilizer
- Cotton webbing for handles
- Base stiffener
- Easy-to-follow instructions with clear steps and helpful tips
What You’ll Need at Home
- Coordinating thread
- Sewing machine (capable of handling layered seams)
- Basic tools: pins/clips, scissors or rotary cutter, ruler, iron, and a fresh denim needle (recommended)
Who It’s For
This kit is great for confident beginners and experienced sewists alike. If you’re comfortable using a sewing machine and want a polished result without fuss, this is for you. Most makers complete the tote in one or two relaxed sessions.
Other Details
Why this kit
Pre-cut components means you can get sewing right away. It’s a great introduction to bag making with beautiful fabrics and everything you need for a fabulous tote. There are several different fabric options on offer so you could chose more than one and sew with a friend or better still look for a workshop making this at our shop
Practical Tips
- Press after every seam; crisp pressing equals a professional outline.
- Lengthen top-stitching to 3.0–3.2mm for an even, refined look.
- Test needle size on a scrap; a fresh 90/14 often handles layered seams best.
- Match thread to the webbing or contrast for visible, confident lines.
