Description
Book SynopsisOne pattern ... infinite looks! With simple tweaks, you can reinvent the basic tote 11 ways, sewing useful projects like a backpack, messenger bag, laundry duffel and stylish cross-body purse. Create your perfect carry-all by adding pockets, leather handles, fabric straps and tabs, O-rings, snap hooks, purse frames and more for endless variety. A fabric and interfacing guide helps beginners and more experienced sewists choose the right materials every time. Just measure, mark and cut - no printed patterns needed.
Trade ReviewA wonderful book to transform totes and bags by picking and mixing, changing size, shape, pockets and more to achieve the bag you want. You’ll find expert tips and all you need to know to make that bag yours. Easy cutting instructions for great results. The 11 bags include purses, shoulder bags, drawstring, bottle bag, nested boxes and totes. Learn the basic bag pattern and how to alter it. Divide, shrink, add or decorate to suit your style. Different fabrics can give a very different look. Includes reverse applique, quilting, zips, frame, flaps and pockets. All techniques explained and full step-by-step instructions included with good photos. This is a great book with very usable patterns for all skill levels.
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Table of ContentsDedication Acknowledgements Introduction Anatomy of a Tote Bag Pattern Parts of the Tote Bag Pattern Overview of Hacking the Pattern Fabrics Quilting Cotton Heavier-Weight Fabrics Laminated Cotton/Oilcloth Interfacings and Stabilizers Interfacings/Stabilizers and Their Uses Considerations of Interfacings/Stabilizers Elements Handles Pockets Decorative Elements Extras Projects Basic Tote Bag Goodie Bag with Reverse Applique Wine-Bottle Bag Nested Boxes Drawstring Backpack Tubular Frame Purse Boat/Pool Tote Messenger Bag with Flap Zippered Cross-Body Bag Zip-Top Purse Laundry Duffle Sewing Glossary Resources About the Author
