The Midnight Denim Large Tote Quilt Pattern

A downloadable PDF quilt pattern by Exshaw Quilts for confident beginners and intermediate quilters who want to make a structured quilted tote bag with leather straps.

This step-by-step quilting pattern walks you through making a finished 20″ W × 14″ H × 4″ D quilted tote, with clear construction guidance, boxed corners, lining instructions, and rivet strap installation.

ABOUT THE PATTERN

Midnight Denim is a quilted tote bag pattern designed for makers who love clean lines, durable construction, and practical everyday pieces.

This quilting pattern guides you through quilting your outer panels, constructing boxed corners, installing a full lining with a turned finish, and attaching leather straps using double-cap rivets. The process is clear and structured so you can focus on building a beautiful, hardworking tote without second-guessing each step.

This project is ideal for confident beginners ready to level up—or intermediate quilters who want a functional, modern make.

SKILL LEVEL

Confident Beginner to Intermediate
(Watch this tutorial for tote assembly: https://youtu.be/1JwaTxP_rNA?si=WzlHZ0Vu8SCvj8ih) This pattern assumes you have basic quilting knowledge. For a tutorial on how to quilt, watch this tutorial here: https://youtu.be/qrqtRgq5ODY

Includes:
• Quilted panel construction
• Boxed corners (notch method)
• Full lining with turning gap
• Leather strap installation with rivets

FINISHED SIZE

• Finished size: 20″ W × 14″ H × 4″ D

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔ Step-by-step written instructions
✔ Clear cutting instructions
✔ Quilted outer panel construction
✔ Boxed corner tote assembly
✔ Fully lined, turned finish method
✔ Leather strap + rivet installation guidance
✔ Helpful material recommendations for denim + leather
✔ Printer-friendly PDF format
✔ 100% original Exshaw Quilts design
✔ Instant digital download

DESIGN FEATURES

• Quilted denim exterior
• Structured 4″ boxed base
• Fully lined interior with clean finish
• Leather straps secured with double-cap rivets
• Designed for everyday use — sturdy, practical, and modern

CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES

• Traditional straight-line piecing
• Quilted outer panels
• Notched boxed corners
• Lined bag with turning gap
• Leather strap installation with rivets
• Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
• Assumes 42″ usable width of fabric (WOF)

MATERIALS & SPECS

• 100% cotton denim (non-stretch)
• Quilting cotton lining
• Batting or fusible fleece
• Leather (1.2–2 mm recommended)
• Double-cap rivets
• Thread
• Rotary cutter, ruler, sewing machine

Full fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included inside the pattern.

DELIVERY

📥 DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF)
No physical item will be shipped.
Instant access after Etsy checkout.

USAGE & LICENSING

For personal, non-commercial use only.
Items made from this pattern may not be sold.
Pattern may not be shared, copied, or redistributed.

SUPPORT

Questions while sewing? I’m happy to help.

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• YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
• Email: hello@exshawquilts.com

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