Sew a bag
Instructions and pattern
Buying a bag is fun – but sewing a bag is so much more! How you do that We'll show you step-by-step instructions here!
Sew a bag
We have found a guide for you with which you can sew a great canvas tote bag yourself. And: the shoulder bag has no zipper and you can make the pattern yourself – perfect sewing instructions for beginners (and of course for sewing professionals too)!
Sewing a bag: the materials
What you need next to your sewing machine so that you can sew a bag:
Sew a bag: the pattern
You can find the dimensions for your pattern here:
Sewing a bag: Here's how
- Transfer your pattern to the fabric and then cut your fabric.
- Overcast the hem with the overlock machine, alternatively with a zigzag stitch.
- Fold your fabric in half as shown in the pattern. The right side is inside.
- Now sew the sides together, but leave the corners open!
- Open the corners. Fold it so that the center fits the hem and stitch off the corners:
- Now turn the bag over on the other side.
- Pin the upper hem approx. 1 cm inwards and stitch the edges.
- Now you need your leather straps. Place them in the desired location and use the punch pliers to make two holes at a time and then fasten the strap with the rivets.
Sew a bag – done quickly!
This is how fast you can sew a handbag with this free pattern! It's so easy to imitate and looks so classy that you can also give it as a gift for a friend!
Sew a bag: more great sewing projects
Sewing from shoulder bags to clutch bags to shoppers or rucksacks – we have found more great ideas for sewing:
Even more sewing instructions for you
You can also find great sewing instructions on our sewing topic page, such as sewing a cosmetic bag or sewing a gym bag – explained step by step!
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