Mule Tote By Kylie And The Machine
Recent Beginner to Confident Beginner

Mule Tote By Kylie And The Machine

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⏱️~9 hours

A Message from Kylie “What I like about the Mule Tote is that it’s a really fun project to sew for new or experienced sewists. This project could be done slowly over a Sunday or managed in tiny chunks in the gaps of life. However long it takes, the intention for the maker is to have an enjoyable time sewing this tote using the construction method provided. And as a bonus, the bag finishes so nicely, which makes it the perfect gift! My advice, start with the Maxi. It requires 1m of fabric so I’m sure you’ve got something in your stash for this project already! Once you’ve sewn one, the next will be easier and you’ll be able to enjoy the process all over again. I always find myself admiring the neat seams when the project is finished, it is what makes this a very special tote bag in a world full of many tote bags!”

You're ready for this if...

Completed First Stitches or have basic machine sewing skills

What You'll Learn

  • Flat felled seams
  • Turning straps
  • Attaching pockets
  • Edge Stitching
  • Hemming

🛍️ What to Bring

Fabric

We recommend reading the pattern sizing details (follow the pattern link above) when calculating fabric requirements,

Light to midweight woven fabric.

Suggestions

Cotton: twill, light canvas, chambray, quilting cotton, gingham, light duckcloth, barkcloth, poplin, broadcloth, light corduroy

- Linen: mid-weight linen

- Synthetics: nylon (e.g., ripstop)

Fabric amounts

- Mule Tote (110–150cm wide): 80cm

- Maxi Mule Tote: 110–135cm wide: 1.6 metres. 140–150cm wide: 1.0 metre

Straps

You can make fabric straps or use webbing. This is your choice.

- Mule Tote webbing: 208cm

- Maxi Mule Tote webbing: 242cm

Thread

Matching thread

(Thread and sewing notions can be purchased at Sewing Gem during class. Fabric needs to be purchased beforehand.)

Not sure where to buy fabric? Ask Gemma for local recommendations!

📄 Pattern Format: Paper only

The pattern and instruction booklet come from the pattern company pre-printed and will be provided to you when you start.

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