This bag is easy to build. It does not matter if you are hand sewing or machine, there is nothing difficult about it. These bags have been a favorite among my students and is a timeless classic design!
You can get the pattern for this bag here: https://makersleathersupply.com/products/paper-pattern-for-the-zippered-tote-bag?_pos=1&_sid=4d7a447af&_ss=r