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How We Refreshed and Enhanced the Popular Cici Tote Bag Pattern

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How We Refreshed and Enhanced the Popular Cici Tote Bag Pattern

The Cici Tote Bag has a lot of devotees among bag makers. With new formatting, we also took the time to add some enhanced features, making it even more versatile than the original. This "new and improved" really is!

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What's In Your Cici Tote Bag?

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What's In Your Cici Tote Bag?

The Cici Tote is a spacious bag. And if you're an organized mom, it is a dream for holding everything you need. Check out how one woman has utilized her Cici Tote to the max, and still looks stylish.

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The Adina Laptop Bag Is a Classic Beauty

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The Adina Laptop Bag Is a Classic Beauty

The Adina Laptop Bag has been in the works for a very long time. A structured sturdy bag with classic lines and a modern look with the pleated front pocket and faux straps. Our testers were very excited to give this a pattern a run-through, and as usual, they did not disappoint. Get ready for some inspiration!

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How To Get Great Looking Zippers - Recessed and Pockets

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How To Get Great Looking Zippers - Recessed and Pockets

A properly installed zipper can really make the look of your bag. Don't let the process scare you away from patterns with recessed zippers and zipper pockets. Follow these instructions and tips, put in some practice time, and you'll be showing off your zipper talents in no time!

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Add-ons Give The Cici Tote Bag So Much Versatility

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Add-ons Give The Cici Tote Bag So Much Versatility

The Cici Tote Bag is a classy design - carry all of your stuff stylishly. Now you can change a few features, fabric, and add pockets, and you've got a hardworking, fun poolside bag - or even a diaper bag. And there's nothing to prevent you from adding these features to the more classic bag style. Check out how I did it.

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