CARRY ALL BEACH TOTE (featured in TAUKO magazine, Issue 15!)
LEVEL: BEGINNER
The LIDO beach tote is a quick and easy tutorial that will give you a sturdy, stylish carry-all with beautifully neat finishes. With its timeless design, you can turn this tote into any personalized bag—whether a simple canvas tote or a chic leather carry-all, the possibilities are endless. This tutorial will show you how to trace the pattern directly onto your fabric using simple measurements.
RECOMMENDED FABRICS
Heavy-weight materials are recommended for this design, such as linen, cotton canvas, upholstery fabrics, oilskin, corduroy, denim, leather, waterproof materials, reclaimed boat sails, or any fabric that is relatively stiff and sturdy for strength and durability. This pattern is a guideline that can be adapted for a variety of fabrics and materials. Use your discretion to choose the most appropriate fabric, and if you’re unsure, check out the hashtag #lidomimito on Instagram for inspiration.
VIDEO TUTORIAL
A step-by-step video tutorial is available on the Atelier MIMITO YouTube channel. Sew along as you watch and pause whenever needed. Remember to subscribe to stay updated on new tutorials and releases.
