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11 22 33 4411 Purse Fundamentals

by Stephanie Kimura

22 Patch Purseby Pam Archer

33 Brocade Bagby Rebecca Kemp Brent

44 Decorator Double-Takeby Pam Archer

EASY HANDBAGS

FREESEWING GUIDES44

EASY HANDBAGS

FREESEWING GUIDES44

11 Purse Fundamentals........................................PAGE 1

22 Path Purse.................................................PAGE 5

33 Brocade Bag..............................................PAGE 8

44 Decorator Double-Take...............................PAGE 12

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Beth BradleyAssociate Editor, Sew News

A handful of hardware, used

creatively, is all that’s needed for

sumptuous style. Purse hardware

can double as embellishment

when it’s combined with attractive

elements that perform a function.

pursefundamentals

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An ongoing series explaining the basics of sewing—clip and save each one for easy reference.

To help purses keep their shape, use thickfusible interfacing or plastic cross-stitch canvasbehind a layer of batting. Fuse or glue themtogether and use as one layer.

handles & closuresHandles highlight a purse’s style andshould be functional.

A metallic-buckle belt makes a greatadjustable strap. Cut the belt so thebuckle isn’t near the shoulder, and thensecure the ends in the purse side seams.

Carved wood and rope handles add ethnicflavor (1). Attach them to the pursewith fabric or leather ties so theycan be removed for laundering.

A crystal chain combines the functionof a strap and necklace. Make a smallpouch just big enough for glasses ora cell phone and attach a decorativechain (2). Add a sprinkling of hot-fixcrystals to the pouch to coordinate thechain with the fabric.

Create a one-of-a-kind handle with wireand beads (3). Find beads with largeholes and use 16-gauge wire to keepthe handle in a stable curved shape.Line up enough beads to create thedesired handle length. Feed the wirethrough the beads. Use needle-nosepliers to bend the wire ends into smallloops.Wrap the excess wire around thetop of the loop a few times, and thencut away any excess.Attach a smalllanyard to each loop, and then clip thehandle to fabric or metal loops at eachpurse side seam.

Metal purse frames, as shown on thepurse on page 17,provide style, shape andclosure. The frame size determines thesize of the purse opening, but the pursebody can be any design. Frames usuallyhave attached handles or small metalloops to attach chain handles.Theframe perimeter has a filigree of tinyholes to stitch through when attachingthe purse body. Use seed beads whenstitching the body to the frame tocamouflage the holes.

Grommets (4), a current trend, providea channel for a drawstring handle.Insert !” (1.1 cm) grommets near thepurse opening and use leather strips,rayon cording or chain for the draw-strings. Insert more grommets of anysize on the bag body allowing thelining to show through the holes.

snaps, hooks& bucklesMagnetic snaps (5) provide security andcan be set in the purse lining for aneasy-access closure. Purse flaps withsnaps add even more privacy.

Use snaps to help organize your pursecontents. Place one side of the snapon the lining, a few inches below theopening.Attach the other side of thesnap to a ribbon that’s sewn toa key ring. Snap your keys in place. Dothe same with a cell phone case.Apply

snaps to a loop on the case, place theloop through a purse handle or beltloop and secure. See “Snap to It!” onpage 20 for instructions on insertingmagnetic snaps.

Swivel hooks (6) are the latest rage inpurse hardware.They’re available inmyriad sizes, shapes and tones andperform a multitude of tasks. Use themon handles or strap ends to make strapsinterchangeable. Use a small swivel hookas a zipper toggle on a coin purse andthen hook it to the inside of a purse orback pack.Add chains, decorativeembellishments or a cell-phone holderto the swivel hook and attach it to abelt loop.The hooks can also be used asclosures on outdoor gear.

Plastic buckles create a secureclosure (7). Use them for backpacks,computer cases, camera cases and fannypacks.

get stableStabilization is a key componentin purse construction. For asoft-sided purse, adhere batting or craftfleece to the purse body using sprayadhesive or fusible web. For more shape,add batting or craft fleece to the bodyand lining.

1. Carved woodand rope

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In place of adhesives and for a handmadelook, quilt the layers together. If morestructure is needed, add a heavyweightstabilizer inside the seam allowance.

Stabilize a loose-weave fabric with fusiblestabilizer.To maintain a soft drape, applyfusible tricot.To stabilize stretchy fabric,use a fusible woven interfacing. If theinterfacing isn’t available with a fusingagent, apply paper-backed fusible webto the interfacing, remove the paper,

and then fuse the interfacing to thestretch fabric.

To stabilize the purse bottom, use plasticcross-stitch canvas cut to size. Useseveral layers for extra stabilization andanchor them in place with hand stitches.The flexibility and plastic propertiesallow for easy laundering, just don’tmachine dry. Plastic canvas is usuallyinserted between the purse and thelining, but consider keeping it separate.

Cover the plastic with fabric that’s gluedor hand stitched in place.Then glue orhand stitch the covered canvas to thepurse bottom.

Glues are readily available. For atemporary bond, consider fabric-bastingglue or sticky adhesive strips. For apermanent bond, use fabric glue witha tacky consistency that dries clear.Testglues on a fabric scrap.

4. Grommets

7. Plastic buckle

5. Magnetic snap

6. Swivel hook

EMBELLISH ITA monogram or machine-embroidery design adds weightand stability to the fabric. Apply embroidery to the purse fabricprior to cutting. Check embroidery sources for applicationssuitable to your fabric and embroidery design.

Create interchangeable embellishments. Cut a leather oval touse as a base. Glue or sew embellishments to the leather. Basteor pin the finished embellishment onto the purse.

Pockets are a practical embellishment. Embroider or monogramthe pocket before cutting it. For a tailored pocket, add a zipper.

Purchase a rhinestone buckle and add it to the purse flap,handle or pocket for extra sparkle.

2. Crystal chain

3. Wire and bead handle

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SNAP TO IT!Magnetic snaps come in different strengths.Round gold snaps have an average-to-strongbond. Square silver snaps have an extra-strongbond and work well with heavy or stiff fabric.

9 To apply magnetic snaps, first mark theplacement with a dot.

9 Center a snap component over the dot andmark where the prongs touch the fabric (A).

9 Cut through the slits with sharp pointedscissors or a seam ripper, and then pushthe prongs through the slits from the fabricright side. Place the washer over theprongs on the fabric wrong side (B).

9 Bend the prongs toward the center if spaceis limited, or bend the prongs away from thecenter for more leverage (C).

9 Purse feet are inserted similarly to snaps.Mark where each foot will be inserted, puncha hole through the mark, insert the prongsfrom the fabric right side, and then push theprongs outward on the fabric wrong side tosecure.

A Mark prong placement

B Place washer over prongs

C Bend prongs outward

tip: Easily change your

purse’s personality

by simply swapping

embellishments: Attach

one side of a magnetic

snap to your purse and

the other side to a silk

flower, button or bow …

a new look in a snap!

sourcesBullard Designs, (530) 333-1964, www.bullarddesigns.com, carries embroidery designs and Swarovskihot-fix crystals and crystal chains.Fabric.com, (888) 455-2940, www.fabric.com, has a variety of fabric, faux fur, velvet and trim.

Hartsdale Fabrics, (914) 428-7780, www.hartsdalefabrics.com, features fabric, faux fur, trims and purse handles.

Jackman’s Fabrics, (800) 758-3742, www.jackmansfabrics.com, carries fabric, faux fur, trims and purse handles.

Nancy’s Notions, (800) 833-0690, www.nancysnotions.com, sells embroidery designs and purse components.

Robin Place Fabrics, (907) 262-5438, www.robinplacefabrics.com, carries purse handles, patterns and embellishments.

Sewing Studio Fabric Superstore, (800) 831-1492, www.sewing.net, features feathers, trims, fabric and metal purse frames.

The Sewing Workshop, (800) 466-1599, www.sewingworkshop.com, sells plastic slide buckles, fabric and trims. Z

Purse feet

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patch pouch

Think “beyond the elbow”with this new use forleather and suede patches.

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TRY EXPANDINGYOUR CREATIVE PURSUITS with a precutnotion. Use suede elbow patches to create these mini pouches.

Suede’s cut edges don’t ravel, so explore the variety of edge finishingoptions. To bind the edges, topstitch, or lace ribbons, cord or beads throughthe holes. Test the hole size with your choice of trim. Too-small holesrequire a lot of push and pull to weave the trim through. Too-large holes canleave the pouch misshapen and unable to close properly.

However you decide to create and decorate your pouch, you’ll have funsharing it. It’s small enough to tuck inside another bag or to wear around theneck, over the shoulder or as a belt. And it’s a cinch to sew!

Taupe PouchThis larger pouch employs two patches, which are stitched together with theadded ease of perforated holes. The approximate finished size is 3”x 4”.

MATERIALS7 2 taupe suede patches with perforations7 1 yard of black rattail cord7 23⁄4”-long beaded appliqué7 Matching all-purpose or beading thread7 Beading needle or fine, sharp needle (test for fit through bead)7 Black seed beads7 Marking pencil7 Small hole or leather punch

1. With a ruler and marking pencil, draw a line across one patch 2!” fromthe upper edge. Cut along the line and use the larger portion to form thepouch front.

2. Place the cut pouch front on the remaining patch, matching the loweredges and perforations.

3. With a double-threaded needle, whipstitch the edges together, threadingthe needle through nine seed beads between each hole.

4. Mark two holes "” from each side,just above the front pouch cut edge.Punch the holes.

5. Thread each cord end through theholes from the back to the inside. Tiethe ends in a square knot between theholes.

6. Stitch the cord ends to the cord,wrapping the ends to secure (A).

7. Center the appliqué on the frontflap, "” from the upper fold; handstitch in place.

These quick andsimple pouches providethe ideal canvas forembellishments.Consider small-scalebeading, printing orappliqué.

A Stitch cord ends together.

Stitch together.

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RedDrawstringPouchApproximate finishedsize is 2”x 3”.

MATERIALS7 1 non-perforated red suede elbow patch7 2 yards of navy rattail cord7 2 yards of variegated yarn7 2 yards of silk ribbon7 Small hole or leather punch7 Marking pencil7 White craft glue7 Transparent tape

1. Fold the patch in half lengthwise. Place the pattern on the fold,trace the cutting lines, and cut.

2. Mark the hole placements, and punch them out.

3. Tape the cord and yarn together at one end. Braid the entirelength and loosely knot the remaining end.

4. Dip 4” of the taped end into white craft glue, wiping off theexcess, and allow to dry.

5. Beginning with the glued cord end, weave the cord over andunder through the holes (B).

6. Pull the cord through andwrap a piece of tape around thecord just above the glue line.Trim off the glued end belowthe tape.

7. Adjust the cord lengthaccording to preference, tie theends together, and remove thetape.

8. Pull up the cord to form apouch and fold down the flap. Z

B Weave braid through pouch holes.

Braid your own customdrawstring with scrapsfrom your fiber stash.

RedDrawstring

Pouch

Cut 1.

Place

onfold.

1⁄8”

1⁄2”

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CHINOISERIEChinoiserie is the term used to describe the 18th century

fascination with all things Asian.Create a bit of

Chinoiserie yourself with this embroidered brocade bag.

B R O T H E R , C A R D 7 3 ,D E S I G N # 4 6

REBECCA KEMP BRENT

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MATERIALS7 3⁄8 yard of at least 45”-wide brocade

fabric7 3⁄8 yard of 45”-wide satin lining7 1⁄4 yard of 45”-wide organza7 Tear-away stabilizer (such as Heat N Sta)7 Fusible water-soluble stabilizer

(such as Wet N Gone)7 Single-sided fusible stiff craft interfacing

(such as Stitch N Shape Lite)7 Thread: embroidery and all-purpose7 4 large (1⁄4”) 2-piece eyelets7 3⁄4” purse handle loops

purse bodyAll seam allowances are !” unlessotherwise noted.

Cut one 9”x 22” rectangle and one7”x9” rectangle each from the brocadefabric and the fusible stiff craft inter-facing. Fuse the interfacing to thefabric wrong side using a press cloth.

Stitch diagonal lines 1” apart on eachfabric rectangle. Repeat in the oppo-

site direction to form a grid, coveringthe entire surface of each rectangle (1).

Trim the larger rectangle to 7"”x20"”.Pin the base pattern (on page 31) tothe smaller rectangle and cut. Zigzagor overcast the rectangle and baseedges to reduce fraying.

Transfer the notches from the patternpiece onto the quilted base. Mark thelarge rectangle as shown (2).

Fold the large rectangle in half wrongsides together, matching the shortends. Stitch the ends, and press theseam open to form the bag body.

Right sides facing, position the bagbody on the base, matching thenotches and seam on the body to thecircles on the base. Make shallow, #”clips on the bag lower edge every $”to ease the seam allowance aroundthe base’s curved shape.

Stitch the body to the base. Stitch asmall distance at a time; remove thework from the machine andreposition it as necessary.

Turn the bag right side out. Stand itupside down on the ironing boardand steam the bottom to shape it.

From the lining fabric, cut one7"”x20"” rectangle and one base.Mark and assemble the pieces asdetailed for the outer bag to makethe lining.

With wrong sides together, place thelining in the bag, matching the seamsand notches. Baste the upper edgestogether.

Set the machine for a 2.5 mm-longstitch, and thread the needle and thebobbin with matching thread. Startingat the bag upper edge, stitch 1” alongthe four marked pleat lines.

purse flapFuse a 9” square of fusible, water-soluble stabilizer to an organza square,and hoop.

Stitch the embroidery design on thestabilized organza. To minimize knots

1 Stitch grid on fabric. 2 Mark large rectangle.

41⁄4” 41⁄4”

51⁄4”51⁄4”

8”

5”5”

1” 1”

Pleat Lines

Notches

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from showing through the sheer fabric,turn off the machine’s automatic threadcutter. Hold the needle thread gently asthe machine begins to stitch, and trimjump stitches carefully from the rightand wrong sides when the embroideryis complete.

Rinse the embroidered organza toremove the stabilizer. Smooth theorganza into shape on a clean toweland allow to dry.

Trace the flap pattern, including the cir-cle, onto tear-away stabilizer. Fuse thestabilizer to the wrong side of a 9”brocade square.

With the stabilizer facing up, stitcharound the circle with contrastingthread. Turn the square over so thebrocade is on top, and position theembroidered organza right side up onthe circle; pin in place.

Turn the square back over so thestabilizer is on top. Stitch around thecircle again, through all layers. Use a1.8 mm-long stitch and matchingthread, and sew just inside the firststitching line. Repeat, sewing just out-side the first stitching line.

Tear away the stabilizer only inside thecircle. Trim the brocade inside thecircle, being very careful not to cutthe organza.

Working from the right side, trim theorganza just outside the stitched circle.

Set the machine for a 5.5 mm-wide,1.4 mm-long zigzag stitch. Stitcharound the circle using matching needleand bobbin thread. The stitches shouldcover the straight stitches and the fabricraw edges.

Change the stitch to a 7.0 mm-long,0.3 to 0.4 mm-wide satin stitch. Test

the stitch on scrap fabric to make sureit’s wide enough to cover the fabricbut doesn’t hang or bunch under thepresser foot. Stitch around the circleagain to finish the edges.

Cut a 9” square from the lining fabric.Right sides together, place the squareon the brocade flap; pin.

Set the machine for a 2.0 mm-longstraight stitch, and thread the needleand bobbin with matching thread.Withthe stabilizer on top so the pattern linesare visible, stitch along the scallopedouter line. Backstitch at each end andpivot frequently to make smooth, evencurves. Leave the flat upper edgeunstitched.

Cut through all layers along the patternline at the upper edge; the patternincludes a !” seam allowance at thisedge only.

Remove the stabilizer, taking care notto pull or distort the stitches. Trimthe curved seam allowance to a scant!”. Clip into the corners and notchthe curves.

Turn the flap right side out and press.Match the raw upper edges and sergeor zigzag the edges to prevent fraying.

purse strapCut a 2”x 44” strip from the brocadefabric. Press under "” on each shortend.

Fold the strip in half lengthwise withwrong sides together; press.

Unfold the strip and press in the longedges to meet the center crease. Foldagain along the centerline; press.

Edgestitch the strap along both longedges.

finishingWith right sides facing, center the flapon the purse back, matching the rawedges; baste.

Cut a 13⁄4”x 201⁄2” binding strip from theorganza. Fold the strip in half, meetingthe short ends. Stitch the short ends toform a circle.Wrong sides together,fold the strip in half, matching the rawedges; press (3).

Right sides together, position theorganza on the purse upper edge,matching raw edges; stitch.

Fold over the organza, encasing theseam allowances and meeting theseamline on the purse interior.Slipstitch the organza in place.

Press the flap up and over the bindingso it folds to the purse front.

Lining sides facing, fold each side ofthe purse along the two outer stitchedpleat lines. Press each line to set a 1”crease. The purse will fold inward, rightsides together, on the middle line.

Position an eyelet on each pleat fold,just below the purse upper edge. Usean eyelet or hole punch to make astarter hole at each eyelet locationshown (4), making sure the flap is outof the way. The holes are placed #”below the bound edge and $” fromthe stitched pleat line. Take care toensure each pair of holes aligns whenthe pleat is folded.

If the starter hole isn’t large enough,use sharp scissors to make a few tinyclips around the hole, enlarging it justenough to accommodate the eyelet.Don’t enlarge the hole too much;instead, try removing a sliver ofinterfacing around the hole.

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Purse Base PatternEnlarge 200%.

tip: Use pinking shears to trim

and notch the seam allowances

in one operation.

sourcesHeat N Sta, Wet N Gone Fusible and Stitch N Shape Lite areavailable from RNK Distributing, www.rnkdistributing.com.

4 Position eyelet starter holes.

3⁄4” Between Holes

3⁄8”5⁄8”

StitchedPleat Lines

Purse foldsinward here.

Purse FlapEnlarge 200%.

1⁄4” seam allowance at this edge only

Center Back

3 Fold strip in half.

Set the eyelets following the manufac-turer’s instructions. Each eyelet willextend through two bag layers, holdingthe pleat in place. The eyelets on thefront pleats should face the bag front,while the eyelets on the back pleatsface the bag back.

Insert the purse handle loops throughthe eyelets and tighten the screws.

Thread each strap end through ahandle loop. Turn under each strapend 1”; hand stitch to secure.

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DECORATOR FABRICS CANBE REPURPOSED. They have thepossibility to become something newand look entirely different.

Sometimes, it’s just a matter ofhow you look at things. Borderprints can be used vertically, horizon-tally or even diagonally. Often asingle motif can become the focalpoint of a smaller project or repeatedon a larger one. This new perspec-tive enhances a borderline fabric,whether the fabric reappears as adetail on a lapel or becomes thefocus of a bag or pillow.

Window ShoppingTo jump-start your creative juices,try this easy trick.

Make a template by drawing theshape or outline of your project onpaper. Then cut along the lines,leaving just the paper frame. Place theframe on the fabric, and move itaround to play with its placement.Try it vertically, horizontally ordiagonally. It’s amazing how differentthe fabric can look when you narrowyour field of vision. This is one time

where thinking small yields bigbenefits.

If you don’t see the look you want,grab your scissors and create a newfabric. Cut a striped fabric to eithereliminate or expand a color. Sew thefabric pieces back together in adifferent order or direction to achievea distinctive new look.Whether youcreate a new stripe, square or chevrondesign, use the template again todetermine the most appealing lookfor your finished project.

Cutting RemarksConsider these key points beforetransforming your fabric into acompleted project.

Weave—How the fabric was wovenimpacts its ability to morph intosomething new. For example, decora-tor fabrics with a chenille yarn willravel. To combat the dreaded “shreds,”apply a fusible knit interfacing to thefabric wrong side just before or aftercutting. This stabilizes the weave,preparing the fabric for furtherstabilization and easier sewing.

Pattern direction bears repeating—Look at the fabric carefully. Noticethe pattern direction and repetition.Motifs often repeat, but not alwaysin the same direction.While thatmay not be a bad thing, it certainlywarrants consideration as to wherethe motif is placed and how it getsmatched up. Knowing in advancehow frequently the motif repeatsalso helps when preparing to cutthe fabric.

Allowing for seams—Be sure toinclude seam allowances whenplanning your new project. Keep inmind that the required seam allow-ance may cut into the desired neigh-boring section of the fabric. Planahead to prevent a cutting shortfall.

GENERAL MATERIALS7 3⁄4 yard of fusible knit interfacing7 Size 2/0 snap7 Sleeve ham or board7 Marking pencil or air-soluble fabric

marker7 12” clear ruler7 Matching all-purpose thread7 Rotary cutter and mat

Does your fabric stash harbor somedecorator fabrics that you’re uncertain about?

Consider recycling them ... right at home.

Double-TakePAM ARCHER

Decorator

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tip: If you plan to make more than one bag,copy the pattern onto see-through template plastic.

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SmallRounded BagMATERIALS7 1⁄2 yard of 45”-wide

decorator fabric7 1⁄2 yard of lining fabric7 3⁄8 yard of single-sided

fusible fleece7 2⁄3 yard of firm nonwoven

interfacing7 Pinking shears

Stitch all seams right sides togetherwith a !” seam allowance unlessotherwise noted. Finished size is6!”x8”x1!”.

Using the bag pattern on page 50,cut two each from the fusible knitinterfacing, fusible f leece, lining anddecorator fabric, taking care to matchfabric motifs at the pattern sides andupper and lower edges.

Cut one 2!”x5” strip from decoratorfabric and fusible interfacing for thetab closure.

Cut one 2!”x23” strip of decoratorfabric on the bias for the handle.

Cut one 2!”x23” strip of fusible knitinterfacing for the handle.

Cut one "”x23” strip of firm,nonwoven interfacing for the handleinsert.

Following the manufacturer’s instruc-tions, fuse the knit interfacing to thewrong side of the decorator fabricbag pieces, handle and tab closure.

Pin the fusible fleece on the knitinterfacing side of the bag pieces.Fuse in place, following the manufac-turer’s instructions.

With right sides together, pin the bagsides, matching the pattern in thefabric. Stitch the side and loweredges.

Trim the fleece interfacing close to theseam. Pink the entire seam; pressopen.

At the lower curved corners, stack theseams on top of each other. Place aclear ruler perpendicular to the seam-line, and draw a line 1#” from thecorner across the seam to box thecorners; stitch (1).

Right sides together, pin the liningpieces along the edges. Stitch aroundthe side and lower edges, leaving a 3”opening in the center of the loweredge. Pink around the curved seam;press the seam open.

Box the corners in the lining asdetailed for the bag.

Right sides together, fold the2!”x23” handle strip in half length-wise. Stitch the long raw edge using a#” seam. Press the seam open. Turnthe handle right side out, centeringthe seam to the back; press.

Insert the "”x23” nonwoven inter-facing strip, smoothing it into thehandle. Baste the handle short ends,securing the interfacing to the fabric.

Right sides together, fold the 2!”x5”tab closure strip in half lengthwise.Stitch the long raw edge using a #”seam. Press the seam open.

Center the seam to the tab back.Using a #” seam allowance, stitchacross the short ends (2). Clip theseam corners.

1 Box corners. 2 Stitch across short ends.

11⁄4”

Stitch.5”

1”

1⁄4”

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Cut the tab into two parts, one meas-uring 2!”, the other 2"”. Turn thetabs right side out; press.

With right sides together and matchingthe raw edges, pin the handle ends tothe bag side seams; baste.With rightsides together, center the tabs on thebag front and back upper edges;baste (3).

Right sides facing, slip the bag intothe lining, matching the side seamsand raw edges. Pin and stitch aroundthe upper edge (4). Trim the seamallowance to !”.

Pull the bag through the lining open-ing. Pull the lining completely out ofthe bag.

Fold in the lining opening edges; press.Edgestitch the opening closed.

Tuck the lining into the bag. Roll theupper edges slightly to the inside, andpin in place.

Using the sleeve ham, press aroundthe bag upper edges; edgestitch.

Hand stitch the lining to the bag bodyat the lower corners.

Position one snap part on the longertab’s underside; stitch in place.

osition the remaining snap part onthe shorter tab’s upper side, adjustingplacement if desired; stitch.

Large BagMATERIALS7 3⁄4 yard of 45”-wide decorator fabric7 3⁄4 yard of lining fabric7 3⁄4 yard of one-sided fusible fleece7 3⁄4 yard of 31⁄4” coordinating fringe7 3”x10” scrap of heavyweight double-

sided fusible stiff interfacing (such asfast2fuse)

7 7⁄8 yard of firm, nonwoven interfacing7 3⁄8 yard of 3⁄8”-wide iron-on adhesive

(such as HeatnBond Lite)

Stitch all seams right sides togetherwith a #” seam allowance unlessotherwise noted. Finished size is9”x12#”x2"”.

Cut five 3#”x20” strips fromthe decorator fabric, or cut one13#”x20” rectangle for the bag.

Cut one 13#”x20” rectangle each offusible interfacing and fusible f leece.

Cut one 2"”x9"” strip of heavy-weight, double-sided, fusible stiffinterfacing for the bag bottom.

Cut one 12#”-long strip of $”-wideiron-on adhesive.

Cut one 2!”x5” strip each of deco-rator fabric and fusible interfacing forthe tab closure.

Cut one 3”x30” strip each of decora-tor fabric and fusible interfacing forthe handle.

Cut one 1”x30” strip of nonwoveninterfacing for the handle.

If you cut strips rather than whole clothfor the bag, arrange the strips togetherto achieve the desired result. Stitchthe strips together along the length-wise edges; press the seams open (5on page 00).

3 Baste handles and tabs to bag. 4 Stitch bag and lining.

Make the bag even more functional byadding an inside pocket to the lining.

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Enlarge 250%.

Small Bag

Cut 2 from fabric, lining,fusible knit interfacing and

fusible fleece.

Interfacing Trim Line

Following the manufacturer’s instruc-tions, fuse the knit interfacing to thewrong side of the decorator fabricbag pieces, handle and tab closure.

Pin the fusible fleece on the interfacedside of the bag rectangle. Fuse inplace, following the manufacturer’sinstructions.

Right sides together, fold the bagrectangle in half widthwise tomeasure 10”x13!”. Pin the shortedges and stitch. Press the seamsopen.

To create a box bottom, use a markingpencil and ruler to draw a 1” squareat each lower corner. Cut through alllayers along the line (6). Fold thefabric to bring the cut edges together,stacking the side seam on the lower

edge fold. Stitch across the cut edge(7). Trim the seam allowance to "”.

Turn the bag right side out, and pressusing the sleeve board or ham. Placethe double-sided, fusible, stiff inter-facing strip in the bag bottom,aligning the corners. Following themanufacturer’s instructions, fuse thestrip to the bag interior.

Construct the lining using the samemethod as for the bag, leaving a 3!”opening on one side seam. Create thebox bottom as detailed for the bag.

Construct the handle and the tabclosures, and apply them to the bag asdetailed for the small rounded bag.

Join the lining to the bag as given inthe small rounded bag directions.

Pull the bag through the lining sideopening. Pull the lining completelyout of the bag.

Fold in the lining opening edges; press.Edgestitch the opening closed.

Tuck the lining into the bag. Roll theupper edges slightly to the inside, andpin in place.

Apply the fringe to the bag upperedge, starting at one side seam andkeeping the edges even. Position astrip of #”-wide iron-on adhesiveunder the trim band, and follow themanufacturer’s instructions to adhere.

Stitch around the bag upper edgethrough all layers, keeping the tabsfree.

Stitch the lining to the bag lowercorners, and attach the snaps asdetailed for the small bag.

sourcesHusqvarna Viking Sewing Machines,www.husqvarnaviking.com, providedthe machine used to make this project.

C&T Publishing, www.ctpub.com,provided the heavyweight fast2fusedouble-sided fusible stiff interfacing.

Therm OWeb, www.thermoweb.com,provided the HeatnBond Lite Iron-on

6 Cut out square at lower corner.

7 Stitch across cut edge.

1”

1”

5 Seam strips along lengthwise edges.

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