Lined tote bags are easy to make and you can make a lot of variations on it. You can paint it, embroider it and also apply a lot of artwork on it. First thing to do is to select the material for the body of the bag. Best options are canvas or denim. Choose nylon for the handle of the bag. Choose one yard for each of the materials. Measure and mark the material according to the requirement. Use a stitching machine to join the fabric. Make a hard bottom for the bag and stitch it separately. Stitch the bag handles and make sure they are straight. And there you have it, a ready to use tote bag.