Big Rock Tote Pattern
Big Rock Tote Pattern
by Bumbleroot Design
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The Big Rock Tote looks complex but is surprisingly straightforward to put together. The layered gusset and finished strap ends make this a unique bag! The interior self-closing slip pockets keep your contents secure.
Highlights:
- Minimal hardware; can even be made without hardware
- Single magnetic snap closure + closure strap
- Four interior “hidden” slip pockets
- Lining dimensions included so you can add your own pocket style
- Straps with finished ends meant to be shown off, not hidden
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FINISHED DIMENSIONS
13 x 11 x 6.5 inches (18 inches wide at the top) // Panel-friendly
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate & confident beginners. This pattern relies on precision; you should be able to measure and cut with accuracy.
Material Options
Use any combination of fabric, tweed, waxed canvas, vinyl, cork, and leather
Downloadable PDF
Over 30 pages with color illustrations
Pattern Copyright
Originally published January 2022
Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Links to the online videos are in the PDF
Print + Cut
All pattern pieces included for printing, tracing, and cutting
Eco-Friendly Options
Full cutting chart with measurements included, to save paper
Units of Measure
Pattern includes both Imperial and metric measurements
Strap Guide
Use the separate Strap Guide to make any strap style and length of your choosing
FABRIC NEEDS
- 2 yards main exterior material (mix & match): vinyl, leather, cork, home décor, canvas, or similar
- 1 1/2 yards lining fabric: cotton, home décor, canvas, waterproof canvas, or similar
- 1 yard fusible woven interfacing</li> <li>3/4 yard medium fusible stabilizer (Bouncyfirm 160, 525 Decovil Light or similar)
- 1/4 yard firm stabilizer (does not need to be fusible)
- One (1) 18mm magnetic snap set
- Two (2) 3/4 inch [19mm] swivel clips
- 16 rivets
- 6 purse feet (optional)
- Rotary cutter, ruler, double-sided tape
TECHNIQUES INCLUDED
- Straps with finished ends, so you don't need hardware
- Self-closing slip pockets, so nothing falls out of a wide-open bag
- Sewing in tight spaces (for example, using a flatbed sewing machine)
- Creative low-bulk methods, so you can use any type of sewing machine

