Sunday Tote PDF Pattern & Instructions

A pattern and instructions for a shopping bag with origami-style folding. The Sunday Tote has a graphic cut and can change its shape and volume. If you fold the sides inwards and fasten them with the press studs, the body of the bag takes on a diamond shape.

Difficulty level: Confident Beginner
You will receive a PDF pattern in A4, US Letter, and A0 formats to print at home or at a copy shop—with bilingual labels (German and English).
Instructions in German and English with step-by-step illustrations.
Complete list of materials, patterns, and fabric recommendations.

The dimensions of the finished bag are approx. 57.5 cm wide × 23 cm deep × 36 cm high.

Recommended fabric:
• Outer fabric: sturdy, heavy woven fabric with good body (e.g., canvas, oilskin)
• Inner lining: woven fabric without stretch (e.g., cotton)

Fabric consumption (with a fabric width of 1.40 m):
• 0.55 m outer fabric
• 0.55 m lining fabric

Additional materials:
• Color-coordinated thread
• 1 zipper, approx. 25 cm (for the version with zippered inner pocket)
• 3 snap fasteners, approx. 15 mm Ø (metal or plastic)
• 60 cm webbing for short handles, 3 cm wide
• 132 cm webbing for shoulder straps, 4 cm wide (alternatively: sewn from outer fabric)

Tools:
• Pins or clips
• Safety pin
• Fabric scissors
• Tailor's chalk or marking pen