The TAMI tote has an interesting shape and four hidden pockets inside the top folds. To increase its functionality, you can add zipped or slip-closure inner pockets. For the outer shell, experiment with durable materials such as denim, corduroy, or coated fabrics. Combining different textures or colours can create interesting visual accents. Heavier textiles such as canvas, twill, and upholstery fabrics are ideal for ensuring structure and durability.

All product photos by Laura Oja. Illustrations by Ivona Fodora.

Fabric Recommendations:
This tote bag is best made from a heavier, denser, non-stretch canvas weighing approximately 11.8 oz/400 gsm, or waxed canvas weighing approximately 5.9–11.8 oz/200–400 gsm. Consider using dry oilskin. This coated fabric feels drier and stronger than traditional waxed canvas, and will give your bag that classic oilskin “used look” after sewing.

Fabric Requirements:
Outer bag fabric: width 55"/140 cm, length 59"/150 cm

Inner fabric: width 55"/140 cm, length 39.4"/100 cm

Interfacing: 6.3 x 3.1"/16 x 8 cm

Accessories:
8 snap buttons, diameter approximately 0.4"/1 cm

Webbing, width 1.5"/3.8 cm, length 48"/122 cm. Alternatively, use the bag fabric to make long handles

Cord, length 36.2"/92 cm

Cord stopper. Alternatively, use 2.6 x 1"/ 6.5 x 2.5 cm leather to make your own cord stopper

Files:
A4 (home printing) and A0 (copy shop printing) PDF files with layers, sizes nested. Sewing instructions are in a separate PDF file.

Delivery:
After purchasing, you will receive a link to download the PDF files. There are no delivery charges for the digital patterns, as they are delivered automatically via email immediately after purchase. PDF patterns are only eligible for return and refund if the provided download links have not been used. If the download links have been used, the product will not be refunded.