In this lesson, we show you how to sew a cute fabric handbag which we are calling The Alanda Bag. This is easier than it looks. The only tricky part is sewing in the gussets.
Handbag making can be a challenge but this is a nice easy one to get started with.
Tools & Equipment Used in this Project
All the measurements and instructions are on our blog here: http://www.alandacraft.com/the-alanda...
This bag measures approx. 11″ x 6½”.
What You Will Need
Main Bag Pieces
- 1 piece 18″ x 12″ fabric for main
- 1 piece 18″ x 12″ fabric for lining
- 1 piece 10″ x 12″contrasting fabric for pocket
- 1 piece 1½” x 12″ contrasting fabric for pocket trim
Gussets
- 2 pieces 4½” x 7¼” contrasting fabric for gussets
- 2 pieces 4½” x 7¼” lining fabric
Interfacing
- 1 piece 18″ x 12″ medium weight interfacing for the body of the bag
- 2 pieces 4½” x 7¼” medium weight interfacing for gussets
- 1 piece 3½” x 11″ heavyweight interfacing for the base of the bag.
Handles
- 2 strips 64″ long and 2½” wide of two contrasting fabrics for handles
Other
- 1 piece tubular elastic 8″
- 2 buttons
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