S4, Ep 41: Introducing Two Big Totes (LIVE with Annie)

November 20, 2024 (2pm Mountain Time)

Today we are excited to introduce a brand-new pattern, Two Big Totes!

You are sure to love these simple-to-make totes in two spacious sizes. Features include multiple pockets, a reinforced base, and a zippered closure that opens to lay flat against the bag.

We’ve designed this pattern to make assembly as easy as possible. Join us to learn more and to see all the features of these handy totes!

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Chapters:

0:00 Countdown

0:35 Photo Contest Slideshow

6:48 Intro

9:27 Intro Videos

17:57 Fabrics

23:13 Construction & Using Directional Fabrics

34:18 Sturdy Base

36:19 Adding Patchwork

39:54 Cherrywood Challenge

53:10 Size/Comparison

1:00:08 Pattern Testers

1:01:10 Q&A's

1:11:34 Announcements

1:15:59 LQSH - Off the Rails Quilting

1:20:01 LQSH - Angels Sewing & Quilting

1:24:25 LQSH - Lickety Stitch Quilts

1:28:52 LQSH - Artistic Artifacts

1:33:20 Find A Trunk Show

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Technique:

- Construction of large totes simplified by breaking into two pieces.

- Joining pieces using narrow strips.

- Making two-color handles.

- Raw-edge applique.

- Comparison to Totally Trendy Totes.

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Link's referenced in today's show:

Cherrywood Challenge - https://cherrywoodfabrics.com/pages/the-cherrywood-challenge

Poppy Quilts Traveling Calendar - https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0526/0581/2896/files/POPPY_CHALLENGE_calendar.pdf?v=1723311973

Soft and Stable Special Cut - https://www.byannie.com/shop/13353

Etsy Poppy Applique Pattern (Red Flowers) - https://www.etsy.com/shop/SewmanyIdeasByJackie

Cherrywood Fabric Color Collection - https://cherrywoodfabrics.com/products/poppy-challenge-2024

The Abyss Cherrywood Challenge 2025 - https://cherrywoodfabrics.com/pages/the-abyss-cherrywood-challenge-2025

ByAnnie Blog Introducing Two Big Totes - https://www.byannie.com/blog/byannie-s-blog-1/introducing-two-big-totes-191

S4, Ep 24: Delightful Dreams and Quilts for Kids - https://www.byannie.com/slides/slide/s4-ep-24-delightful-dreams-and-quilts-for-kids-1207

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Products/Patterns:

ByAnnie’s Soft and Stable - https://www.byannie.com/shop/category/soft-and-stable-1

ByAnnie's Handbag Zippers - https://www.byannie.com/shop/category/handbag-zippers-28

ByAnnie’s Strapping - https://www.byannie.com/shop/category/supplies-and-tools-strapping-webbing-20

Basting Tape - https://www.byannie.com/shop/13153

Two Big Totes - https://www.byannie.com/shop/13343

Totally Trendy Totes II - http://www.byannie.com/shop/1581

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Live Quick Links:

ByAnnie Homepage - https://www.byannie.com

LQS Contest Website - https://www.lqscontest.com

Past Episodes - https://www.byannie.com/live

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/patternsbyannie

YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PatternsByAnnie

My Courses/Digital Library - https://www.byannie.com/digital_library

Photo Contest - https://www.byannie.com/customer-photos

Models Gallery - https://www.byannie.com/byannie-models

Wholesale Resources - https://www.byannie.com/wholesale