Two bags for one – This cleverly constructed clutch bag features multiple pockets with minimal cutting. Although small, the Starlet Clutch petite purse is packed with pockets – enough to hold everything you’ll need for a day out and about or for a night out on the town. Glam up this compact clutch with glitzy fabrics for an elegant evening bag, or go wild with bright solids, contrasting colours, and fun patterns. The helpful section diagram within the pattern will help you figure out where to use your fabrics.
What difficulty is this?
Confident beginner – Intermediate
How big is it?
Starlet Clutch: W 9″ x H 7″ x D 2.5″ (23cm x 18cm x 6.5cm)
Leading Lady: W 13″ x H 10″ x D 4″ (33cm x 25.5cm x 10cm)
The Companion Carpet Bag features a full width front pocket, which you can trim with piping or lace, bag feet, leather handles and optional leather snap tab. Inside there’s a zipped pocket and a slip pocket. The pattern uses an internal tubular frame, either 8.5″ or 12″. You don’t need the top snap tab as the frame holds everything closed nicely, but it’s a great accent feature!
The Companion Carpet Bag pattern is suitable for pretty much any woven fabrics, from quilting cottons to upholstery chenille. All of the versions made by me have been sewn on my (really rather weak) domestic sewing machine, so you will not need any special machines to make this carpet bag.
Dimensions
Small – W 12″ x H 8″ x D 6″ (30.5cm x 20cm x 15cm)
The compact bag size is perfect for errands or a day trip where you don’t want to haul around a giant bag. The long strap converts this bag from a cross body bag to a backpack with a couple of easy steps. You simply unclip the strap, thread it through the back ‘tunnel’ and re-clip it to the bottom D-rings. The bag also has exposed boxed corners and a zippered corner on the back.
What difficulty is this?
Confident beginner – Intermediate
How big is it?
Finished dimensions of 9″ x 11″ x 2″ (23cm x 28cm x 5cm)
The Dainty Daytripper is perfect for those adventures when you’re not sure whether you’ll need your hands or not. The clever backpack straps convert to a crossbody strap simply by lengthening them. The bag is heavy on beautiful hardware giving you a stunning finish!
Skill Level: Beginner Intermediate
Finished Dimensions: W 11″ x H 13″ x D 5″ (28cm x 33cm x 12.5cm)
Bag Hardware:
2 x 1″ (2.5cm) D or triangle rings
2 x 1″ (2.5cm) swivel clasps
4 x Diamond Strap Anchors
1 x pair Emmaline retreat frames (Style A)
1 x 18″ (46cm) double or single zip for the top zip (size 5)
1 x 14″ (35.5cm) zip for the front pocket (size 3 or size 5)
1 x 9″ (23cm) zip for lining pocket (size 3)
2 x 1 1/4″ (3cm) triglide buckles/sliders (you can substitute these for 1″ (2.5cm) if needed)
The Fiesta Tote is a perfect bag for beginner bag makers, or those who want a quick sew. It has one slip pocket, one zip pocket and a fun handle detail, as well as a removable adjustable strap.
The Fiesta Tote pattern has been specially tested to ensure it’s beginner friendly. The testers found the pattern clear to follow, and experienced bag makers found it very quick! The pattern requires webbing which forms both the short handles, and the removable strap. Perfect for day trips!
What difficulty is this?
Beginner
How big is it?
Finished dimensions of 14″ x 11.5″ x 5″ (35.5cm x 29cm x 12.5cm)
This fabulous Gentleman’s Wallet is perfect as a gift. Personalise it with different fabrics to create a truly individual gift for your friends and family!
This stylish bag is definitely arm candy! Take it to the office or out and about every day.
The Jangles Anchor Bag is a great bag for learning new techniques. Not only will you use gorgeous hardware, you’ll also learn how to insert a zipped central divider and how to make closed end straps. The pattern for The Jangles Anchor Bag also includes instructions for a zip pocket and a slip pocket, as well as instructions for an optional cross-body strap.
The pattern for The Jangles Anchor Bag guides you through how to use zips as piping, and how to use the eyecatching Strap Anchors that help give this bag its structured feel.
What difficulty is this?
Intermediate
How big is it?
Finished dimensions of 16.5″ x 12.5″ x 9″ (42cm x 32cm x 23cm)
The Machine Bag is a perfect bag for those who want to keep their sewing machine dust free when not in use, or those who want to take it for retreats and classes. It has a very sturdy base, bag feet and a mesh pocket inside.
The Machine Bag pattern has been specially tested to ensure it’s suitable for a variety of machines. The testers found the pattern clear to follow and all have put their bags to good use. The pattern requires webbing which forms the short handles, and the lining features a mesh pocket.
What difficulty is this?
Beginner
How big is it?
Finished dimensions of 16.5″ x 12.5″ x 9″ (42cm x 32cm x 23cm)
This practical Nappy Bag has two short shoulder straps and one detachable long strap which can be used cross body or as a shoulder strap. Ideal for grabbing and going in a hurry!
The Nappy Bag is packed with pockets! The large front pocket is closed with a magnetic snap sealed flap and the sewing pattern contains instructions for adding two optional hooks in this pocket, perfect for keys or keeping dummies to hand. The full-width back pocket is closed with hook and loop tape and conceals a hidden zipped pocket.
The interior of the Nappy Bag also boasts an impressive array of pockets including a zipped pocket for personal items, 4 elasticated slip pockets and 2 elasticated bottle holders. Add these to the outer pockets and the elasticated outer side pockets, and you’ll be able to fit enough in for even the most awkward nappy/diaper changes.
This versatile bag is big enough to hold multiple items without the usual changing bag look. Many of the testers have also chose to make additional bags as travel/overnight bags showing just how multi-purpose this pattern is! The Nappy Bag is also an ideal gift for baby showers and expectant parents, or a great, satisfying sew to make for yourself.
This slouchy hobo bag is excellent for showing off large prints, and works really well in a faux leather! Features two zipped pockets, side accents, a front flap to keep everything cinched in, and a smattering of hardware to give your bag that professional look!
The Ring Sling is a fab quick sew for beginner bag makers! You can wear this versatile bag as a shoulder handbag or as a cross-body sling bag, and it’s packed with pockets to carry all your essential items. This is rated a beginner’s bag and has been tested by a wide variety of new bagmakers to ensure it’s clear and easy to follow.
Get sassy with us! The Sassy Saddlebag can be whatever you make it. This shoulder bag pattern can be made in three different sizes and is easy to modify according to your skill level.
This is a great pattern for showing off the fun prints and panels in your stash. Cut carefully to make a framed feature of your print on the flap of your bag using the optional flap border, or go wild with a fun geometric print.
The pattern features a zipped pocket and slip pocket inside the bag, and an outside slip pocket at the back of the bag. If you fussy cut your outer pocket against your back main panel then this pocket becomes almost hidden! You could even add a zip to the outer pocket if you wish, for extra security.
Dimensions
Finished dimensions of:
Small: W 9″ x H 6″ x D 3″ (23cm x 15cm x 7.5cm)
Medium: W 12″ x H 8″ x D 4″ (30cm x 20cm x 10cm)
Large: W 14″ x H 8.5″ x D 5″ (35.5cm x 20cm x 12.5cm)
Although The Squiffy Sling pattern is designed for beginners, the clever construction of this cross-body bag makes it an interesting sew with a quirky finished bag perfect for everyday use. Features a fun asymmetrical styling but just one pattern piece for outer and lining, it’s a quickie! This is a great pattern for showing off your interesting fabrics. Use a solid fabric in a bold colour to contrast with your faux leather base overlay, or use a fun design to really make the shape of the bag pop.
The Toiletry Tote is not for the faint hearted! It’s an advanced pattern for those who want a challenging sew and have great attention to detail.
The Toiletry Tote pattern has been specially tested to ensure it’s a challenging sew to push your bag making to the next level. The testers found the pattern clear to follow, and experienced bag makers loved learning the new skills!
Features
Easy to read instructions, colour photographs, and pattern pieces
Pattern features a large central compartment, end pockets, a zipped pocket in the top flap, and an optional key strap
Perfect for advanced bagineers who fancy a challenge!
How Big Is It
Finished dimensions of 14″ x 11.5″ x 5.5″ (35.5cm x 29cm x 14cm)
