I hope this step by step video tutorial can serve you well in your ruffle tote adventures. This tutorial is for a simple unlined tote bag with short handles.
Fabric dimensions:
Cut two 15” x 17” (main body)
Cut three 3” x 36” (ruffle)
Cut one 4” x 36” (handle)
Here are some photos of the process to get you inspired
Check out my other tutorials in the ruffle series:
Details
Fabric: Quilting cotton from the clearance aisle at Joanns.
Pattern: I used the nifty Tote Bag Calculator to help me quickly determine what size to cut the fabric for this tote.
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