Originally Posted by
IrishgalfromNJ
I personally hate those nylon web handles. They are very hard on my hands especially when there is weight in the tote. I love handles made with fabric and fusible fleece, they are super soft on the hands.
I use the nylon web for handles, but cover it with a couple of layers of fabric. Softens it, but has the strength needed for a heavy bag. And she will have a heavy bag. (I taught many years. Any bag gets heavy.)
Unless you've made quite a few totes, you might want to steer clear of the Professional Tote. It is a lovely bag and very useful, but it's a real bear to make. It broke my mojo for making totes. Just check the pattern before you buy.