Sew with me as I make the Alexis Tote, inspired by the iconic Marc Jacobs Tote Bag. This is a free pattern with all of the measurements listed below.

For a smaller version of this bag, watch my video tutorial for the Lil' Lexy. It also includes a free pattern and uses the French seam technique for the sides.
   • Sew the Lil' Lexy with me – FREE PATTERN  

For another take on the Marc Jacobs Tote, watch ‪@NicoleSimmonsdigthebag‬'s video.
   • The OTHER tote bag  

Happy sewing!
Chris

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PRODUCTS I USED
▶ Black faux leather
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▶ Magenta faux leather
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▶ Lining: Pure linen in the color lilas
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▶ Hardware
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▶ Black thread: Amann Strongbond Tex 70 in 4000 Black
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▶ Magenta thread: Amann Strongbond Tex 70 in 3135 Burgundy
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MATERIALS
118" Roll Main
218" Roll Accent
1 yd Lining
1/2 yd Deco Light
8" of Deco Heavy
#5 Zipper @ 27"
#5 Zipper @ 9"
2 Zipper Pulls
2 DRings
2 Swivel Clasps
1 Zipper End
6 Purse Feet
1 1/2" Swivel Clasp

MEASUREMENTS
** All of the pieces can be cut from measurements.

▶ Main Fabric
2 Front & Back 18 x 11.25
2 Sides 7 x 11
4 Main Handles 3 x 16.75
2 Zipper Placket 17.5 x 4.25 (2 Main and 2 Lining)
1 Zipper Keeper 2 x 7
2 Strap Connectors 4 x 2

▶ Contrast Fabric
2 Front & Back Bottom Accent 18 x 3.75
2 Side Bottom Accent 7 x 4.5
1 Bottom 18 x 7
2 Contrast Handles 3.25 x 47
1 Crossbody Strap 4 x 54
2 Binding 2 x 33
1 Zipper Overlay 9 x 2
1 Slip Pocket Accent 13 x 1
1 Key Fob 12 x 1.5

▶ Lining
1 Lining 17.75 x 33
1 Slip Pocket 12 x 12
1 Zipper Pockets 9 x 9
2 Sides 6.75 x 14.25
1 Lining Bottom 13 x 18

▶ Stabilizer
2 Front & Back Stabilizer 16.75 x 10.25
2 Front & Back Bottom Accent Stabilizer 16.75 x 2.75
2 Side Stabilizer 5.34 x 9.5
2 Side Bottom Accent Stabilizer 5.34 x 3.5
1 Bottom (Light) 6 x 17
2 Bottom (Heavy) 6 x 17
3 Bottom (Heavy) .75 x 5.75

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