Messenger Laptop Bag Tutorial

I've been working on a laptop bag the past couple of weeks.  I wanted something quilted and soft and "me" to carry my laptop and "stuff" around in, so I set about making the fabric (with some help from my four year old) and designing/sewing a neat, messenger inspired tote.  Here are pics and detailed instructions, if you'd like to make one for yourself.  Sewing experience is recommended, but not required if you are a brave and determined soul.

Materials:
2 yards of PFD cotton fabric
Soda soak solution
Procion MX Dyes in the colors of your choice
(I used #25 turquoise, #20 dusty rose, and #300 new black)
1-1/2 yards of Pellon interfacing
1/2 yard of PFD cotton fabric for inside divider
1 yard of thick batting of your choice
Matching thread

         **Hover your mouse over each of the images for detailed instructions**

I hope you enjoy this fun tutorial.  It will take you some time to complete it, but once you have, you will truly have a one of a kind, very unique, and custom made messenger bag to fit you and your laptop.  I like the simplicity of this design, but you may choose to keep going by adding a button and some cord for a closure, or doing some hand stitching, or adding beads....the sky's the limit!  The main thing is, HAVE FUN!