DIY banana bag pattern

The banana bag owes its appearance to athletes. When jogging in the park or on the treadmill, it is an indispensable accessory. A bottle of water and a music player fit easily and do not restrict movement.

In the nineties, it became very popular not only among athletes, but also among the merchant class.

The small-looking “banana” is very roomy and leaves your hands free. Today, the favorite of the nineties has become popular again, having changed beyond recognition.

Necessary materials

The most rewarding material for such a handbag is genuine leather.

In order for the handbag to serve for a long time, the accessories need to be selected of the best quality.:

• A metal zipper from a trusted brand will decorate your handbag and will not let you down on a long trip.
• Fastex fastener parts sewn onto different parts of the belt make it easy to take off and put on the accessory. There are good fittings from the well-known company YKK on sale.
• With an adjustable buckle, it is easy to adjust the length of the belt to your size.

The choice of base material is not limited. This can be impregnated fabric or leatherette of an interesting design; even a transparent film of the required thickness will serve as an excellent material for a modern accessory.

How to sew a banana bag with your own hands?

Sewing leather or leatherette is no more difficult than fabric; some operations are even easier, for example, sewing in a zipper.

Pattern

Modern fashion is not limited to one form of banana bag.

There are models that exactly replicate the shape of the clutch that has been fashionable in recent seasons. Still, the classic shape is the most comfortable and easiest to sew.

Sew in a zipper

We start sewing by sewing in a zipper. Good quality leather and leatherette can be sewn in without bending the edges of the part. We sew the front and top parts of the bag assembled with a zipper to the back half, right sides inward.

Insert the prepared belt into the open areas on the sides.

Important! The last line should be especially strong. She has a heavy load on her.

Turn it inside out and admire the result.

The embroidered handbag will certainly be the first in the collection. By changing materials and accessories, it’s easy to get things that are completely different in style and purpose: rough leather is a faithful assistant when hiking and fishing, and a handbag made of modern impregnated fabric is a convenient sports accessory.

Reference! For sporty girls, such a handbag in combination with a jumpsuit is suitable.

Fashionistas can complement their evening outfit with a banana handbag made of companion fabric.

There are also different ways to carry this fashionable item: it can be worn either on the belt or on the shoulder, thanks to the replaceable long handle.