Tote bags
The smaller-sized bags are for use with Zimmer frames/walking frames, and the larger size to be used on the back of wheelchairs, for use by elderly in residential homes. An opportunity to put to good use any spare blocks.
Bag for use with Zimmer frame
Bag: finished size 14" x 14".
An ideal opportunity to use up any unused blocks, say 10" or 12", with borders added to make up size. When making up, allow up to ½" seam allowance for strength. This can always be trimmed down slightly after stitching if necessary to reduce any bulk. (The finished bag will consist of outer fabric, wadding, lining.)
Straps:
These need to be finished length of about 18" each (4 straps) x ½ " wide, so cut 20" strips x 2" wide (fold raw edge in on one end per strip, then fold sides to middle (1" wide) then in half (½") for strength, topstitch all round close to edge).
Attach each strap either side of side seam on bag, before lining is added, secure with a couple of rows of stitching for strength. Topstitch round top of finished bag for extra stability and strength for straps.
Large tote bag - for use with wheelchairs in residential homes.
Bag: finished size 15" x 15" + 2" added gusset OR 17" x 17" with 2" seam across corner, to give gusset. Add seam allowance. Make the gusset in either one long strip (45" x 2" plus seam allowances) or in three sections (15" x 2" + s.a.) Again, ready made blocks can be used, made up to size with added borders. Cut scant 17" x 2" strip of stiffener to go in bottom of bag, secure to seams with a few tack stitches before lining is added.
Straps: make exactly as for the Zimmer tote bags (the same size) and attach in the same way.