Buy the Away Tote sewing pattern from the Modern Sewing Co. The Away Tote is the perfect weekend bag. Taking inspiration from the bestselling Day Tote pattern, the Away Tote has been designed to hold more, with additional functions for carrying a heavier load.

Shaped to fit the size specifications of cabin luggage, the bag features a roomy interior that narrows towards the top, two handle lengths, spacious internal pockets, and the option of a zip top for security.

Sewing level: Confident beginner

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: 

Self: A sturdy and durable fabric. Suitable fabrics include cotton canvas or waxed cotton with a weight of approx. 450-600 gsm (13-18 oz).

Lining: A sturdy lining will help give the bag shape so choose something with a good weight and structure. Cotton canvas with a weight of approx. 250-450 gsm (8-12 oz) is a good option. 

Piping: A mid/light weight cotton or linen.

Fabric requirements: 

150 cm (60") wide fabric: Self, 1 m (1 1/8 yd) // Lining, 0.85 m (7/8 yd).

110 cm (44") wide fabric: Self, 1.5 m (1 5/8 yd) // Lining, 1.3 m (1 3/8 yd).

Piping fabric: 85 cm x 35 cm (7/8 yd x 3/8 yd).

Sizing: Finished dimensions: L 55 cm x W 28 cm x H 40 cm (21" x 11" x 16").

Notions: Mid/heavy weight fusible interfacing, 100 cm x 120 cm (1 1/8 yd x 1 1/4 yd) or double to fuse both outer and lining; 1.8 m (2 yd) of 3-4 cm (1 1/8"-1 5/8") wide webbing; 466 cm (5 1/8 yd) of 7 mm (5/16") piping string; 60-65 cm (23"-26") open ended zip.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (23 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (1 sheet) // Layers: No (one size) // Projector file: No.

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