Mix & Match Clutch Bag Techniques
Sew an assortment of chic, custom clutch bags by mixing and matching pattern pieces. Learn how to create professional-quality accessories for any occasion.
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Sew an assortment of chic, custom clutch bags by mixing and matching pattern pieces. Learn how to create professional-quality accessories for any occasion.
Preparing the Fabric
Meet your instructor, pattern and bag hardware designer Janelle MacKay, and learn about the dozens of mix-and-match options you can choose from to make your own clutch. Then, Janelle will walk you through the the best fabric choices and explain what you should know about “fancy” fabrics.
Pockets
Now that you’ve chosen your bag’s features and fabric, it’s time to get started on construction! Janelle will show you her tips and tricks to make professional-quality pockets with ease. When you’re done, you’ll have the perfect pockets to hold your lipstick and credit cards.
Zipper Pocket
Do you struggle to insert perfect zippers? Not any more! Janelle guides you through the last pocket on your bag: an internal zipper with all the exposed edges neatly tucked away. Then she’ll guide you through topstitching the pocket, and help you learn to use a zipper foot without fear.
Preparing Pieces
Janelle walks you through the steps to finish up your lining and shows you how to begin your magnetic snap closures. She’ll show you how to create the bag’s side pieces without sewing on a curve, and you’ll learn to make a perfect pieced front.
Bag Body
You’re ready to start putting your bag together! Janelle will show you how to assemble the exterior pieces. Then, you’ll learn how to attach a foam stabilizer, whether you can iron your fabric or not, to add even structure and make sure your bag always holds its shape.
Hardware
In this lesson, Janelle shares her expert tips for adding hardware to your bag. You’ll learn how to make sure your closure lines up perfectly every time, and how to install it properly, so it stays put. Then, you’ll add a gorgeous metal bar to the flap as a finishing touch.
Finishing Touches
Whether you choose to create an adjustable shoulder strap or a wristlet, you’ll learn how to pull it all together here. As a bonus, Janelle will show you how to make perfect ruched panels that you can use to create special front flap for your new mix-and-match bag.
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