Making Leather Bags
Don’t spend hundreds on a handbag when you can make one on your sewing machine. Customize and sew boutique-quality leather handbags with designer Don…
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Don’t spend hundreds on a handbag when you can make one on your sewing machine. Customize and sew boutique-quality leather handbags with designer Don Morin.
Meet Don Morin & Plan Your Bag
Meet instructor Don Morin and start designing your bag. Learn about construction methods and discuss bag functionality.
Leather Selection & Cutting
Examine different types of leather and learn what you should consider when buying leather. Don explains how to mark and cut the leather and how to make a mockup.
Machine Setup & Outer Pocket
Learn what tools you’ll need to make your bag, and sew the outer pocket. Don’s step-by-step instruction will help you attach the pocket.
Assembling Bag Front & Adding Trim
Sew together the front panels of the bag and add contrasting trim.
Making & Attaching Rouleaux Straps
Sew, trim and attach rouleaux handles to your bag, then add top trim with Don’s expert guidance and make the bag’s straps.
Lining Your Bag
Choose, prepare and insert your lining fabric along with a zipper pocket. Sew along with Don each step of the way!
Adding a Zipper Top
Attach a zipper to your bag opening.
Base, Side Seams & Corners
Prepare, attach and topstitch the base of your bag, then sew the side seams and create mitered corners.
Finishing Your Bag
Sew your lining sides and mitered corners. Reinforce the bottom of the bag and recess the zipper for a beautifully finished project.
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