What’s this? a Pepin Tote? It is!!! Earlier this year the Spring issue of Making Magazine/No. 9 – Simple came out and I had contributed a new pattern – the Pepin Tote. It has to be right up there as one of my favorite basics. So much potential to showcase all kind of fabrics and even highlight a favorite on the front pocket! In just over a month I’ll be able to release it as a stand alone pattern in my shop (so not quite yet, but I just couldn’t wait to share this sample), so excited! I’ve loved using my version that I made years ago, so I’ll be so happy to share it with you! I’ll keep you updated here for when it’ll be available!
My Pepin Tote
I had cut out this rust colored waxed canvas (from Fabric Funhouse) months ago and it’s been waiting for me to finally sew it. So I committed to the lining fabric (I had so many picked out it was hard to choose) and sewed it up! Can’t go wrong with a stripe! This Ticking Stripe (in indigo) that I ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts is one of my favorites. I also used my Rustic leather handles from my shop (it’s a new color I added a few months ago, but one I’ve been using for personal projects for years).
Sew-along
I’m excited that this pattern will be releasing before the gift sewing season, yes, I can’t believe it’s coming up so quickly! I’m planning on doing a newsletter style sew-along with this pattern. A first for me, but I think it’ll be really fun to put together. Plus I love the community aspect of a sew-along, and I think gathering together to create is so important. 
If you’d like to sign up for the sew-along, I’ll be adding a sign-up link below. Don’t worry, this will only add you to the sew-along email group, but I promise it’ll be fun!
Update:
Click here to view the Sew-Along!
I don’t have firm dates set yet, but would like to get things started in November for plenty of time to complete the tote (or a bunch!) before Christmas.
Lovely. I wonder if you could share yardage requirements soon-ish? I’d like to be on the lookout for fabric. 🙂
Yes! You’ll need 1 yard for the exterior and 2/3 yard for the lining.
I couldn’t get the form to load.
Hi Mary, so sorry about that! I have it fixed now if you want to sign up. 🙂
I can’t submit the sign up either.
Hi! Sorry about that! I have it fixed now if you want to sign up. 🙂
Sorry! I’ll get the form fixed in the morning. Thanks so much!
Are you thinking of doing a kit for this tote or a special coupon?
Could you make this out of cork material?
Tried again and it didn’t work.
Click on spring issue of magazine and not on the other link.
Hi Mary, here’s the direct link: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f53967722a9aa00261d6010
Will you be getting any more strapping in OR can you suggest another site for the straps?
Hi Donna, everything is in stock right now. Hopefully my shop isn’t acting up?
thank-you. I noticed everything is stock. Maybe it was my computer or the weather 🙂
Hi, I got the welcome email. Do you think ottertex or denim would work for this?
I’m looking at Ottertex right now as well! So many lovely colors.
I’m in! I’ve had waxed canvas hanging out waiting to be used! ? betting I’m good with lining too! Super excited!!
I’ve never made a bag before – is this ok for beginners?
Yes! This is the perfect beginner bag! Plus, if you join the sew-along I’ll be doing videos and adding as much helpful info as I can.
Hello! I received a Pepin Tote pattern and kit for Christmas and I’m wondering if the sew along newsletter and videos are still available to send?
Thanks!
Hi Trisha, just sent you an email. 🙂