Utility Tote Sewing Pattern

Sew a practical everyday bag with the Utility Tote PDF sewing pattern!

Easy to sew yet thoughtfully detailed, the Utility Tote is an elevated tote bag that goes far beyond a simple tote, without ever feeling complicated.

Spacious enough to fit a laptop, the bag is fully lined and features a flat bottom for structure. The large pocket on the outside is ideal for slipping in a paperback, notebook, or anything else you want to grab quickly. Inside, three small inner pockets keep essentials like your phone, keys, and purse safe and organised.

There is no hardware required for the Utility Tote, making this an approachable and stress-free make, while still delivering a bag that feels stylish and sturdy. It’s a fantastic beginner-friendly project for sewists who want to build confidence and learn useful bag-making skills.

The Utility Tote is a great everyday work bag, and could also be your go-to shopping tote, your swimming or gym bag! It’s a lovely way to add a handmade touch into your daily life, and a bag you’ll reach for again and again.

Fancy some extra help? We have a step-by-step Workshop on Stitch School. Access the class and pattern with a Premium Subscription or buy it here.

Have a look at our Utility Tote Pinterest Board for inspiration and see what everyone’s making on Instagram by browsing hashtag #soiutilitytote.