Sew What! Bags: 18 Pattern-Free Projects You Can Customize to Fit Your Needs (18 page)
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Authors: Lexie Barnes
Add the strap at step 5 (
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), when you stitch the sides. Sandwich the strap between the two exterior fabric panels. You’ll want them at the corner by the zipper, on the side where the zipper pull will be when the pouch is closed. Pin the strap in place and stitch the sides of the pouch, going through the ends of the strap.
POCKET CHANGE
For a cute little change purse, all you need are some 4" × 6" fabric scraps and a 6" zipper. Once you get the hang of making these, you can produce a unique gift in no time.
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Totes
THE TOTE BAG IS AS BASIC AS IT GETS
. Long or short handles, pockets or no pockets, lined or unlined, you can make as many variations on the tote as you can think of. You’ll never get tired of making them — or run out of uses for them! Try all three of the projects here, then branch out and make changes to suit your personal style and needs.
SKILL LEVEL
newbie
Totes are lovely in any size, but there’s something so precious about a tiny one. This little cutie is great for those quick stops at the drugstore, and a good introduction to making custom bags. Develop your style by making a bunch. Play with different handle lengths and find fabric combinations that you love.
OUR FINISHED SIZE:
7" × 6", two 22½" straps
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
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18
)
WHAT YOU’LL DO