Hands & Heart Quilted Tote

To mark A Needle Pulling Thread magazine’s 20th anniversary, designer Nancy Devine created the Hands and Heart Quilted Tote—a charming, scrap-friendly project bag designed to celebrate creativity and connection. Featuring appliquéd hearts and hand motifs, this tote uses 20 hearts to honour ANPTmag’s two decades of inspiration. It’s perfectly sized for handwork on the go—ideal for English Paper Piecing, embroidery, knitting, or crochet. With straightforward construction, this tote is a quick afternoon make, customizable with fabric scraps and personal flair. Both practical and symbolic, it’s a tribute to the power of handmade work and the joy of stitching stories together.
skill level: Intermediate
finished measurements: 11½” x 13” x 3” [29.5 x 33 x 7.5cm]