The Julie Tote Bag – Digital PDF Pattern
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The Julie is a midsized tote bag that was inspired by a classic designer bag. Its large exterior pockets add a practical and decorative touch to this sophisticated tote.
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
This purchase is for a PDF pattern to construct the Julie, not a completed bag. Due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final. No returns or exchanges can be accepted.
Pattern Details
Pattern Details
The Julie is a midsized tote bag that was inspired by a classic designer bag. Its large exterior pockets add a practical and decorative touch to this sophisticated tote.
Bag Features
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Zipper closure
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Front and back slip pockets
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Fully lined interior with two slip pockets and a zipper pocket
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Built-in key fob
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Purse feet for stability
Carries All the Essentials
The Julie tote fits everything you need: a large wallet, a tablet, your cell phone, and other everyday necessities.
Easy-Access Slip Pockets
Roomy slip pockets on the front and back provide easy access to essentials without the need to unzip your bag.
Perfect for Color Blocking
Play with colors and patterns on the sides, middle base, and middle pockets for a custom color-blocked look.
Finished Size
Finished Size
Finished Size: 12” W x 11.5” H x 4” D
What's Included
What's Included
Materials List
- 1/2 yd of material for the main exterior (one roll of 18” faux leather)
- 1/2 yd of material for the contrast exterior (one roll of 18” faux leather)
- 1 yd of lining material
- 1 yd of Classic Fuse woven interfacing (if using cotton, linen, or similar fabric for the lining)
- 18” of 36” wide light stabilizer
- 4” x 8” heavy stabilizer
Hardware List
- 1 – #5 Zipper Tape cut to 17”
- 1 – #5 Zipper Tape cut to 9”
- 2 – #5 Zipper Pulls
- 4 – 1” Rectangle Rings or O-Rings
- 1 – Zipper End
- 1 – ½” Swivel Clasp (optional key fob)
- Rivets (optional for slip pockets)
- Purse Feet (optional)
Recommended Tools & Supplies
- Bonded nylon thread (TEX 45 for domestic or industrial machines; TEX 70 for industrial machines)
- Sewing needle (Size 90/14 leather needle for domestic machines; size 16 or 18 needle for industrial machines)
- Double-sided tape (1/8", 1/4", and 1/2")
- Wonder Clips
- Sewline Air Erasable Pen
- Silver marking pen
- Rotary cutter
- Ruler
- Scissors
- Scotch tape
- Awl
- Pattern-Ease or pattern tracing material
- Duct tape
- Leather hole punch
- Rivet press
- Craft knife
- Lighter
- Base coat and edge paint
Sewing Machine Requirements
It is important to know your machine and the materials that it can handle. If you are using real or faux leather, we recommend an industrial or heavy-duty domestic sewing machine. If you are using lightweight faux leather or cotton canvas, a domestic machine can be used. For best results, keep any woven interfacing out of the seam allowances on a domestic machine.
What You'll Need
What You'll Need
Your purchase includes:
- Step-by-step instructions to make your bag
- 175+ full-color photos for every step of the process
- Pattern pieces and cutting chart
- Link to a full-length video tutorial with timestamps
This purchase is for a sewing pattern to construct the Julie, not a completed bag.

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$19.99
Pattern is great. I didnt finish it because I didn't read the instructions thoroughly enough.
Simply Classic designs is just that! Simple, thorough easy to read patterns with a video to help you along. Simply Classic hardware is classy.
Very clear instructions, bag came together nicely! I made 2 at a time for a convention both sold in the first day. Excellent pattern and the look of the bag is stunning. Will be making many more. Was one of my most sought after after bags!
I have not had the time to make one yet but looking over the pattern and watching the tutorial. I can't wait to get started! But it's going to be several weeks because I'm in between our winter and summer place! Got to wait until I get back up north
Learning.
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