Free Sewing Fishy, Fishy Tote Pattern

This playful unlined tote is perfect for taking the essentials to the beach or just as a fun bag for summer. The drawstring closure keeps things inside. With so many colors of Coats & Clark Dual Duty XP All-purpose Thread to choose from you can match any of the colorful scales on this really big fish.

Kit Add-Ons
Don’t forget to pick up the finishing touches for your project!

• Coats & Clark Dual Duty XP® All-purpose Thread: Hummingbird Blue (5130) or to match fabric
• ½ yd (45.72cm) canvas, 60" (152.40cm), for body
• Assorted fat quarters batiks, for scales*
• 1/3 yd (30.48cm) contrast batik, for head
• ¾ yd (68.58cm) giant rickrack or other wide trim
• 27/8 yds (2.63m) cord, ¼” (.64cm), for drawstring, (1) pair google eyes, 40mm
• Textile adhesive, Seam sealant, Large safety pin
• *1/4 yd (22.86cm) cuts or scraps may be substituted; each scale requires 5” x 9” (12.70cm x 22.86cm) fabric