Big-City Bags: Sew Handbags with Style, Sass, and Sophistication

Sara Lawson
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Ready to move beyond basic bags and totes? Now you can create sophisticated handbags and totes with a modern look. Learn a variety of intermediate to advanced techniques--from installing zippers and magnetic snaps to creating adjustable straps--and find detailed info on selecting the right interfacing, stabilizer, or batting for any project. Choose from 12 new designer-style bags and purses--alternate colorways provide additional inspiration Make use of clearly illustrated, well-tested patterns for sewing attractive bags Add stylish design elements that make your bags stand out: piping, three-dimensional pockets, fabric pleats, and moreWinner in the 2014 PubWest Book Design Awards!Video
Genres: QuiltingReferenceSewingCrafts
96 Pages

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