A downloadable PDF quilt pattern by Exshaw Quilts, designed for confident beginners who love traditional quilt blocks with a clean, modern feel.
This pattern walks you step-by-step through making a quilted tote bag (15″ × 15″), with clear diagrams, cutting charts, and thoughtful construction tips.
ABOUT THE PATTERN
Gathering Tote is a quilted tote bag pattern that blends classic piecing with a straightforward, beginner-friendly approach. The instructions are clear, repeatable, and designed to help you enjoy the process—not stress through it.
This project is ideal for weekend sewing, gift-making, or creating a sturdy everyday tote using traditional quilt techniques in a clean, modern layout.
SKILL LEVEL
Confident Beginner
(Watch this tutorial: https://youtu.be/gjGSbyeOTK4) This pattern assumes you have basic quilting knowledge. For a tutorial on how to quilt, watch this tutorial here: https://youtu.be/qrqtRgq5ODY
You should be comfortable with rotary cutting, ¼″ seams, and basic quilt block assembly.
FINISHED SIZE
• 15″ × 15″ tote bag
• Size variations included: No
WHAT’S INCLUDED (AND WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT)
✔ Step-by-step written instructions
✔ Clear cutting charts and piecing diagrams
✔ Traditional block construction using 8-at-a-time HSTs
✔ Tote assembly, quilting, and finishing instructions
✔ Helpful tips for fabric choices and layout
✔ Printer-friendly PDF layout
✔ 100% original Exshaw Quilts pattern
✔ Instant digital download
DESIGN FEATURES
• Classic geometric quilt block with a clean, modern layout
• Works beautifully with solids, hand-dyed fabric, or high-contrast palettes
• Forgiving construction with repeatable steps
• Designed for everyday use—not just display
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES
• Traditional piecing
• 8-at-a-time half-square triangles (HSTs)
• Straight seams throughout
• Boxed corners for depth
• Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
• Assumes 42″ usable width of fabric (WOF)
MATERIALS & SPECS
• Quilting cotton
• Batting
• Thread
• Basic quilting tools (rotary cutter, ruler, sewing machine)
(Full fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included inside the pattern.)
DELIVERY
📥 This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF)
No physical item will be mailed.
You’ll receive instant access after purchase.
USAGE & LICENSING
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not sell items made from this pattern or share the pattern itself.
SUPPORT
If you have questions while sewing, I’m happy to help—just send a message.
I also share tutorials, tips, and behind-the-scenes quilting on my website and YouTube.
Email: hello@exshawquilts.com
Website: exshawquilts.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
SHARE YOUR MAKE
I love seeing your finished projects!
Tag @exshaw on Instagram and use #EXSHAWQUILTS
A downloadable PDF quilt pattern by Exshaw Quilts, designed for confident beginners who love traditional quilt blocks with a clean, modern feel.
This pattern walks you step-by-step through making a quilted tote bag (15″ × 15″), with clear diagrams, cutting charts, and thoughtful construction tips.
ABOUT THE PATTERN
Gathering Tote is a quilted tote bag pattern that blends classic piecing with a straightforward, beginner-friendly approach. The instructions are clear, repeatable, and designed to help you enjoy the process—not stress through it.
This project is ideal for weekend sewing, gift-making, or creating a sturdy everyday tote using traditional quilt techniques in a clean, modern layout.
SKILL LEVEL
Confident Beginner
(Watch this tutorial: https://youtu.be/gjGSbyeOTK4) This pattern assumes you have basic quilting knowledge. For a tutorial on how to quilt, watch this tutorial here: https://youtu.be/qrqtRgq5ODY
You should be comfortable with rotary cutting, ¼″ seams, and basic quilt block assembly.
FINISHED SIZE
• 15″ × 15″ tote bag
• Size variations included: No
WHAT’S INCLUDED (AND WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT)
✔ Step-by-step written instructions
✔ Clear cutting charts and piecing diagrams
✔ Traditional block construction using 8-at-a-time HSTs
✔ Tote assembly, quilting, and finishing instructions
✔ Helpful tips for fabric choices and layout
✔ Printer-friendly PDF layout
✔ 100% original Exshaw Quilts pattern
✔ Instant digital download
DESIGN FEATURES
• Classic geometric quilt block with a clean, modern layout
• Works beautifully with solids, hand-dyed fabric, or high-contrast palettes
• Forgiving construction with repeatable steps
• Designed for everyday use—not just display
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES
• Traditional piecing
• 8-at-a-time half-square triangles (HSTs)
• Straight seams throughout
• Boxed corners for depth
• Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
• Assumes 42″ usable width of fabric (WOF)
MATERIALS & SPECS
• Quilting cotton
• Batting
• Thread
• Basic quilting tools (rotary cutter, ruler, sewing machine)
(Full fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included inside the pattern.)
DELIVERY
📥 This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF)
No physical item will be mailed.
You’ll receive instant access after purchase.
USAGE & LICENSING
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not sell items made from this pattern or share the pattern itself.
SUPPORT
If you have questions while sewing, I’m happy to help—just send a message.
I also share tutorials, tips, and behind-the-scenes quilting on my website and YouTube.
Email: hello@exshawquilts.com
Website: exshawquilts.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
SHARE YOUR MAKE
I love seeing your finished projects!
Tag @exshaw on Instagram and use #EXSHAWQUILTS
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