Maggie Poppins Tote Bag Pattern - PDF

Maggie Poppins Tote Bag Pattern - PDF
by Tamara Darragh of Remi Vail Studio

This listing is for the PDF Pattern Only.
Upon purchase, you’ll receive a digital file to download—no physical pattern or quilt will be shipped.

The Patchwork Pockets Extension Pattern for the Maggie Poppins Tote can be purchased HERE.

Fabric Kits for the Maggie Poppins Tote

• Cover Tote Fabric Kits, available HERE
• Special Edition Patchwork Pockets Version Fabric Kit, available HERE

About the Maggie Poppins Tote

The Maggie Poppins Tote is the versatile, go-anywhere bag you’ve been dreaming of. With its clean, modern aesthetic and a cozy quilted touch, this intermediate-level bag pattern will guide you through creating a stylish tote with personality and function. Perfect for quilters and sewists looking to explore a little creativity with their stitching, this tote combines quilting and interfacing to add both structure and softness.

Key Features

• 16 pockets for ultimate organization: 8 on the outside and 8 on the inside, plus a spacious, open center compartment for larger items.
• Ideal Size: Measuring 14" wide x 9" high x 8" deep, it’s perfectly sized for a variety of uses—think of it as your new go-to for quilting retreats, art supplies, car essentials, daily use, or even as a unique diaper bag.
• Hardware-Free Design: No need for zippers or hardware—just a beautifully crafted, durable tote.

A Creative Playground
The Maggie Poppins Tote is designed to let you play with fabric and thread, from the wrap-around pockets to the quilted main body. Mix and match prints, add a favorite quilt block to the pockets, or get creative with hand stitching. Each pocket and panel provides a canvas to showcase your unique style, making this tote a joy to customize.

Pattern Inspiration

The Maggie Poppins Tote was inspired by the joy of crafting something both practical and beautiful—it's named after the magical “Mary Poppins” with a nod to the endless storage and charm it brings and my niece, Maggie. Whether you’re using it to carry everything you need for a creative day out or for everyday essentials, this tote is a blend of whimsy and functionality that you’ll reach for again and again.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

• Room to experiment with fabric choices and quilting designs.
• A design that fits your needs, whether you’re on the go, headed to a sewing retreat, or simply looking for an all-day carry-all.
• Clear, detailed instructions to guide you through quilting, constructing the tote, and creating those pockets that bring it all together.

Bring your own style to the Maggie Poppins Tote, and watch it transform into a truly personal, one-of-a-kind piece.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size:

• 14" wide x 9" tall x 8" deep

Fabric Requirements: See Photos

Description

• Instructions use cutting measurements. No templates.
• Interfacing of fabric is required.
• Pockets, Exterior, and Interior are quilted.
• Handle options include webbing or fabric covered webbing.
• Pockets can be pieced using yardage, a favorite block, a FPP block, or improv pieced. Directions for an optional checkerboard pieced pocket included in pattern.
• Fabrics requirements listed in photos.

Basic Skills & Equipment Necessary

• Beginner piecing and quilting skills
• Sewing machine and sewing skills
• Basic sewing supplies
• Rotary cutter
• Quilting ruler(s)
• Self-healing cutting mat
  
• Temporary fabric pen
• Dritz Tube Turner or other turning method
• Fabric Clips
• Jeans/Denim needle 100/16
• Polyester thread
• Large safety pin
• Walking foot

About the PDF Pattern

• This listing is for a PDF digital pattern only. No physical product will be mailed to you.
• File will be available immediately for download and emailed to you upon checkout. If it is not, please use the Contact Us form and I'll be happy to help.
• The PDF can be printed on standard 8.5 inch x 11 inch, letter size printer paper at home or viewed on a device. It is formatted as booklet.

License to Sell and Copyright Notice

Copyright Remi Vail Studio 2024 | All rights reserved.

This pattern is for personal (one person) use only. Do not copy, reproduce, distribute, digitize, or resell any part of this pattern without written permission. Classes, teaching, and kitting of this pattern requires prior approval. Bags made using this pattern may be sold on a small, independent scale only with credit to Remi Vail Studio.

Refund Policy

• There are no refunds on digital purchases.

Check out the hashtag #maggiepoppinstote #remivailstudio #remivailstudiopatterns on Instagram for more inspiration!

Most of the bags shown in photos are pieced, quilted, and photographed by Tamara Darragh of Remi Vail Studio.

The last two bags were made by my gracious pattern testers. I literally could not do this without their help!

• Sydney Nordgren @stuff.sydney.sews
  • Stuff Sydney Sews Quilt Co.
• Melisa Cluff @dreamfarmquilts
• Jordan Porter @jordanporter.handmade

Thank you!

Thank you for supporting my small business. It means so much to me. I would love to see your handmade goodies out in the world. Please consider tagging me on Instagram & Facebook! @remivailstudio

xo,

Tamara