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Sewing Bags, Purses, and
Pocketbooks
How to Make a Purse/Handbag/Tote
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This denim beach bag has a
matching sun glass holder and colorful fish are appliquéd on the front. |
| About Sewing
Bags |
Sewing
bags, pocketbooks, and purses can be so much fun. You can design
them yourself, or use patterns. In general, you could design your own by
making a handle, and just 2 pieces of fabric for the front and back of the
bag or purse. |
| Best
type of Fabric to use |
Light, medium, or
heavy weight cotton will work best for making bags. |
| Easy type
Pattern - |
An easy type of
pattern would be a simple bag with a handle, and no added appliqué or
sides of a bag. |
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Difficult type Pattern |
A
difficult pattern would be one that has many pieces, or a zipper with a
casing or facing. If you are a beginner, stay away from these type
of patterns. |
| Pattern Pieces -
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Pattern pieces can range from
as little as 2, (the bag and the handle) to as many as 12 for a more
difficult bag to make. |
| Cost & Fabric usage |
Bags and purses
require much smaller amounts of fabric than pants or a dress would.
In fact, some purses can be made with left over scraps of fabric from a
garment that was made. Even though the cost of fabric would be less
because of the small amount you need, the cost could increase if you add
things to your bags like buttons, bows, lace, feather, beads, etc. |
| Comments - |
Making a simple bag is
a great way to start sewing. Then slowly try more difficult bags and
purses. Many purse/bag makers sell their work in craft shows and
become designer purse makers. Making it easier for you and more creative,
some stores and companies sell awesome looking purse handles that you can
buy to make your purses with. |
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This little bag was made from
fake fur, also known as faux fur. |
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Recommended Books on Sewing Purses and Bags |
Sewing Purses and
Bags Photo Pages - 1 - 2
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