Design Your Own Handbag
Design and sew your very own high-fashion handbag in this class taught by author, designer and television host Brett Bara.
Class Preview
Design and sew your very own high-fashion handbag in this class taught by author, designer and television host Brett Bara.
Introduction
Meet your instructor, Brett Bara, and learn how to use the Craftsy platform as you navigate the ins and outs of handbag construction.
Planning Your Design
Choose your bags’s basic elements, including the shape, fabric, color and stabilizers you prefer. Then make the challenging decision of which fabulous additional details to include, and how you’ll infuse personal touches.
Reinforcing Your Fabric
Learn everything you need to know about interfacing, which is the key to your bag’s structural integrity. Brett walks you through how to match fabrics and stabilizers and how to apply each type.
Constructing the Basic Exterior
Discover easy and efficient ways to sew the bag, starting with the side seams, bottom and corners. Then you’ll shape the bag to your liking and add feet as an added perk!
Constructing the Basic Lining
What is it about a luxurious lining that is so irresistible? Take your sewing (and your bag) to the next level as you learn how to align and sew the linings, resulting in a sleek and professional looking product.
Pockets
Find out whether it’s ever possible to have enough pockets as you decide between zipper, flap, slot and patch pockets for your handbag.
Handles & Straps
Whether you prefer slinging your bag over your shoulder or dangling it from your elbow, Brett offers solutions for every style! Learn how to use pre-made or custom-created handles and straps and various ways to securely attach them.
Zippers
Conquer your fear of zipper installation as Bret explains recessed zippers and how to install a top zipper.
Closures & Hardware
Now for the fun: accessorize your bag with snazzy clasps, tabs, studs and any other type of hardware you can dream up.
Shape Variations
Review the order of construction and learn about some of the shapes you can audition, including totes, hobo and curved-top bags!
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