Sew Brilliant Bags

Author: Debbie Shore
Publisher: SearchPress+ORM
ISBN: 1781263019
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 102

Book Description
The crafting superstar and author of Love to Sew shares 12 customizable bag projects plus tips and techniques for creating your own designs. It can be difficult to find just the right bag design: you might want the shape and pockets of one combined with the size and handles of another. But how do you put all these different elements together to create your perfect bag? Debbie Shore teaches you how in Sew Brilliant Bags. Her friendly advice and step-by-step instructions make it easy to create these designs or mix and match the techniques, ideas, or fabrics to make your own creation. Debbie offers a wide variety of projects, including a large, square-bottomed beach bag, a zipped, curved-top shoulder bag, an oilcloth tote, a pleated cosmetic bag, and a three-pocket cross-body bag with a magnetic fastener. She also covers a range of techniques, from adding piping and making eyelets to inserting zips, adding handles and straps, and creating a square bag base.

Sew What! Bags

Author: Lexie Barnes
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1603420924
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 154

Book Description
Highlighting a durable and stylish alternative to plastic bags, a collection of simple, pattern-free designs presents seventeen stylish projects that include totes, drawstring sacks, messenger bags, organizers, satchels, and purses, accompanied by step-by-step, illustrated instructions and tips on variations, fabric combinations, and custom embellishments.

Sew the Perfect Bag

Author: Sew News
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781604680249
Category : Sewing
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Bags are hot, and this collection from Sew News can't be beat! Brimming with 25 beautiful projects, this book packs value like a beach tote packs towels. Now you can carry everything from laptops to wine to diapers in style! Beginners will love the clear instructions, and experts will appreciate the modern take on timeless techniques. See photos of some of the most popular bags ever to grace the pages of Sew News magazine Find complete step-by-step instructions and excellent illustrations from esteemed sewing experts Alter and embellish your bags to suit any occasion, season, or style

Brilliant Bags

Author: Deena Beverley
Publisher: C&T Publishing
ISBN: 9781571203700
Category : Bags
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Whether you are looking for something to make in a day to take out that evening, or a more complex project to lavish time and effort on, 'Brilliant Bags' is packed with inspiration and ideas to create bags that balance beauty with practicality.

The Complete Bag Making Masterclass

Author: Samantha Hussey
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446379612
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 500

Book Description
Learn to sew bags for all occasions with this ultimate reference guide to the latest bag making techniques, featuring eight full-size bag patterns. Includes a comprehensive techniques section cover everything from zips, pockets, piping, and how to use the latest bag hardware to get you started, even if you’ve never sewn a bag before. As well as all the core skills, expert bag designer, Mrs. H., shares her tips for getting a professional finish on your handmade bags and how to resize patterns to get the perfect fit. Also includes patterns and instructions for eight fantastic bag projects like clutches and hold-alls so can start your bag making journey now!

Sewing to Sell

Author: Virginia Lindsay
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607059045
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
The creator of Gingercake Patterns shows you how to share your passion for sewing with the world by starting a successful home business. Maybe you started sewing just for fun. But now you’ve developed the skills and vision to turn your creative outlet into something more. Making the leap from hobbyist to professional can be intimidating—but Virginia Lindsay is here to help you get off the sidelines and sew your way to a job you truly enjoy. Drawing on her own experience, Lindsay guides you through every aspect of starting your own craft business, from finding your personal sewing style to creating a product line, identifying customers, equipping your studio, pricing and selling your work, marketing yourself, designing your own patterns, and handling the business and legal side of sewing. And that's not all! Virginia also shares 16 projects (all customer-tested) that you can personalize to start sewing and selling right now.

The Bag Boutique

Author: Debbie Von Grabler-Crozier
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782214305
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Sew a range of 20 beautiful, colorful bags, from totes and backpacks to clutches and shoulder bags. Add a gorgeous finishing touch to any outfit! This mouthwateringly colorful book contains 20 beautiful bags to sew from popular designer Debbie von Grabler-Crozier. It includes a huge variety of different styles and sizes, from totes and bucket bags to backpacks, clutches and shoulder bags, and Debbie makes each one easy. The book contains a complete guide to all the techniques needed, shown using easy-to-follow step-by-step photography; also included is a section on creating beautiful finishing touches, including embroidery, applique, crocheted flowers, beaded charms and labelling. All the templates required are included on a handy pull-out sheet. "Author von Grabler-Crozier provides clear instructions for crafting deceptively simple bags so even beginners will be inserting pockets and zippers like a pro. The author of a craft blog, Pretty Things, she has assembled patterns for 20 bags made out of many pieces, which is perfect for using scraps or fat quarters, while also opening up infinite options for color and pattern mixing, even though she includes the specific fabrics she used for each bag so that crafters can, if they wish, follow her vibrant examples. In addition to a list of supplies and tools needed to create each bag and its accompanying embellishments, von Crozier- Grabler includes directions for inserting a zipper or tackling free-motion embroidery. All of her instructions are precise and specific, making the assembly of a multipocketed, zippered diaper bag with a removable strap totally doable. And there are also patterns for simpler bags. Other projects include a wristlet, several totes, purses, a backpack, and a weekender bag. Large, copyable patterns and templates are included, ensuring that this is a colorful addition to any craft collection". -- Booklist January 1 2018 issue

Half Yard Bags & Purses

Author: Debbie Shore
Publisher: Search Press Limited
ISBN: 1781264902
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 67

Book Description
This fantastic new book from bestselling author Debbie Shore contains 24 projects: 12 bags and 12 matching purses. Choose from flowery patchwork totes, backpacks with faux leather detailing, clasp-top clutches, cute floral messenger bags, practical folder holders and a stylish business travel bag, all complete with a matching purse. Each purse is made in the same style and from the same fabric as its corresponding bag - mix and match the bags and purses or make yourself the pair. Each item requires no more than half a yard of outer fabric, plus all the necessary hardware, trimmings and lining. All the instructions you need are provided in Debbie's clear, friendly style, along with inspiring, easy-to-follow photography, and any templates required are included at full size. There are also QR-coded video links, providing additional support and advice from Debbie.

Love to Sew

Author: Debbie Shore
Publisher: SearchPress+ORM
ISBN: 1781263833
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 70

Book Description
In this volume of the popular Love to Sew series, Debbie Shore shares 15 practical and stylish projects every sewer will love to make—and use! Make your way to a superior sewing space with this collection of hand-crafted sewing accessories and storage solutions. This volume includes everything from pincushions and bobbins to tool rolls, carry cases, and cutting mat carriers. It also features innovative ways to keep a sewing space tidy, such as an armchair storage device and an ironing station with board cover and pouch for storing a mini-iron and attachments. You’ll also find perfect gift items, including a sewing room diary cover and sewing case. Author Debbie Shore begins with a comprehensive overview of the materials and techniques you’ll need to get started. With beautiful photography and step-by-step instructions, even beginners will find these projects easy to tackle.

Half Yard Heaven

Author: Debbie Shore
Publisher: Search Press Limited
ISBN: 1781262977
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 51

Book Description
Debbie Shore has a passion for sewing, and her fresh, contemporary designs coupled with simple, easy-to-follow instructions make this book a recipe for success. All of the projects use just half a yard of fabric, making them ideal for using up scraps and oddments left over from other projects or sold off cheaply by your favourite fabric store. All you need is a sewing machine and a basic sewing kit, and in no time at all you'll be making one of the gorgeous projects in the book. There are twenty-six to choose from, including beautiful bags, aprons, a craft caddy for storing your making kit, padded coat hangers, a chicken doorstop, a handy wash bag, a notice board and numerous other gifts and accessories for you, your family and your home. The basic techniques you need to know are explained clearly at the beginning of the book, and every step-by-step project is accompanied by a fabulous photograph of the finished piece, which will not fail to delight and inspire you.