A bag is one of the most popular accessories. It’s impossible to imagine going to work or going to the store without it. The product is used for carrying and storing various things both indoors and outdoors. Therefore, the accessory must be made of high-strength fabric that is resistant to moisture and stress. Products made from furniture fabric meet all these requirements.
It can be very difficult to choose a beautiful and durable bag in a store. What to do, you ask? You need to sew it yourself!
Materials and tools for work
To sew a stylish bag you will need the following materials and tools:
- furniture fabric;
- detachable zipper;
- adhesive fabric or duplicating lining;
- padding polyester;
- a piece of fabric for the lining (spunbond);
- threads;
- scissors;
- needles;
- ruler (centimeter);
- soap or a special marker for drawing on fabric;
- sewing machine.
Models and patterns of bags
At first glance, it may seem that sewing a bag yourself is very difficult or even impossible.In fact, the production of this accessory does not require special skills or high craftsmanship. In this work, the main thing is to have the desire to achieve results, as well as the preparation of the necessary materials.
Attention! Before you begin, consider what purpose the accessory will be used for. And also decide what clothes you will wear it with. Then choose the optimal color, size and shape of the product.
The manufacture of the product must begin with a pattern. Experienced craftswomen can make a pattern on their own, but beginners are better off using ready-made ones. In our article, we propose to familiarize yourself with the most popular and interesting models of bags that you can make with your own hands.
Japanese knot
It got its name from the way it is worn and closed. The product pattern consists of the main part and the bottom. If desired, it can be sewn only from the main part.
Postman's bag
The pattern of the product is simple, but some difficulties may arise during the work process.
In order for the accessory to look neat and be easy to close, you need to pay careful attention to attaching the valve to the main part and inserting the button.
Shopping Bag
One of the most popular models in everyday life.
It is lightweight and spacious. It is very convenient to go to the store with her.
Step-by-step instructions for sewing a bag
The rectangular shape of the accessory is one of the most popular. It can be used both for holidays and for everyday life. A rectangular bag with a clasp will prevent the product from getting wet and protect its contents. Making this model is not very easy, but the result is worth it.
We invite you to read the step-by-step instructions.
- Modeling and cutting parts with an allowance of 5 mm.
- Gluing the fabric with interlining and then ironing the seams.
- Grinding the zipper.
- Determining the dimensions of the lining and modeling the internal pockets of the product. The width of the lining should be equal to the width of the outer side. And the length of the material should be 1 cm greater than the height of the facing. It is necessary to increase the length of the material by 1 cm for each seam.
- Stitching the outer and inner parts and then sewing the side seams. Corners are made to give shape.
- Sewing in a snake. Mark the middle of the zipper and set aside three centimeters on each side. In the area of the edges we retreat two centimeters.
- Sewing handles and assembling all parts.
Treat yourself to a new bag made of furniture fabric with any level of sewing!
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