Description
The handcrafted Sheridan Tote is a versatile, roomy bag that is perfect for carrying gym gear, books, pool essentials, snacks, and projects.
More than once, I made zipper pouches to coordinate with a Sheridan Tote, to keep sunglasses, keys, and wallets protected and c
lose at hand. This tote can be handcrafted with or without hardware (strap connectors, rivets, rings, etc.) It has one exterior slip pocket and one interior slip pocket. The tote lining is visible at the top of the bag and can be a fun opportunity to feature a second beautiful print. Often, I add a ring to the top seam. Clip your keys, sunglasses, reading glasses or a phone to the ring and make it super 
easy to find it, even when the tote is fully loaded.
This tote is well-suited to a variety of fabrics including canvas, home decor fabrics, quilt cotton and outdoor, sun tolerant fabrics. Please contact me to discuss the possibilities!
In the Sheridan Tote Gallery –
The Last Vegas-theme totes are made with a gorgeous, rich home decor fabric. The fun print features photographs of iconic Las Vegas scenes including New York, New York Casino, the Welcome to Las Vegas sign, El Cortez, Joe’s, The Horseshoe, Golden Nugget and more. I lined the first tote with a white and black stripe. The second tote was lined with Michael Miller Fabric’s Glitz Bars. I had fun adding lots of rivets to both the tote and the coordinating zipper pouch. After all, glitz and glamour are synonymous with the city.
The black doglover totes both feature a colorful print called, “Must Love Dogs” by Ginger Oliphant for Studio E Fabrics. For one of the totes, I also made a coordinating Clematis Wristlet. Both of the totes are made with black canvas and a lovely, dog-lover lining called “Dog Gone Fun!” created by Annie Troe for Blank Quilting Corporation.
The Flower Power tote bag features lime green, turquoise, and pink blooms on a white background. This fabric was designed and printed for Joann Fabric and Craft Stores. I made a coordinating key ring wristlet for this tote.
The charcoal grey and taupe tote and zipper pouch are made with a beautiful Sunbrella fabric. The dotty lining fabric is Korean Cotton designed by Rudia Collection Ltd.
Pricing is determined by fabric choices and customization.
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Denise Brooks –
Carolyn created a uniquely beautiful custom Sheridan tote featuring 2 dog-themed fabrics that I presented to my family’s vet in appreciation of her outstanding care. The tote was exceptionally well made and completed in a timely manner. Carolyn devoted time and effort to source and purchase vibrant, appealing fabrics for the Sheridan tote and she demonstrated care when placing the tote’s pattern pieces on both fabrics in order to maximize each fabric’s design elements. My family’s vet was thrilled to receive this beautifully crafted one-of-a-kind gift! I admire Carolyn’s design and sewing expertise as much as I admire her commitment to contributing to charities in her community through her support of the “sewing for good” initiative. I will definitely commission other custom bags from Bespoke Bags Steveston! Thank you, Carolyn!
Carolyn Hart –
Thank you so much Denise! I think the lining of this bag is one of the best elements, although it doesn’t show in the photo. The lining fabric was white with grey and it is “headshots” of dozens of dogs. When I was working on the lining, I felt as though the dogs were peeking out of the top of the bag. It added so much personality and an element of unexpected fun to the tote. Can you tell that I really enjoy finding “the perfect” lining for a project?
Shannon Willett –
I bought 2 of the Vegas totes. One was supposed to be a Christmas gift but I was too excited to wait until Christmas. The other I use for everything!! Holds my iPad and snacks and off I go. Absolutely love it!!!
Carolyn Hart –
Thank you so much Shannon. I absolutely love the Vegas totes too! They were fun to make and are just so great to look at! Thank you for the opportunity to work with this fun fabric!