Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Versatile Sling Bag or Tote Bag
In this step-by-step guide, I'll take you through the process of making a multi-purpose bag that seamlessly transforms from a slim sling bag to a wide-bottomed tote, all while featuring a convenient zip closure.
Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, this project is designed to unleash your creativity and provide you with a functional accessory that stands out from the crowd.
So, gather your materials, roll up your sleeves, and join me as we dive into the world of DIY bag making.
The finished measurements of this pouch are approximately
32㎝(12⅝″) W × 23.5㎝(9¼″) H × 16㎝(6¼″) D.
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You may watch the full video tutorial on my Youtube channel.
Let's get started!!
Main Fabric
② 34㎝ × 35㎝ (13½″ × 13¾″) Outer layer
② 34㎝ × 32㎝ (13½″ × 12⅝″) Lining
① 32㎝ × 63㎝ (12⅝″ × 25″) Fusible fleece
Zipper panel
② 35㎝ × 12.5㎝ (13¾″ × 5″) Outer layer
Handle
② 6㎝ × 23㎝ (2⅜″ × 9″) Outer layer
① 30㎝ (11⅞″) Zipper
1Set Hook and Loop 12.5㎝ (5″)
1Set Plastic snap buttons
2㎝ (3/4″) wide Webbing Strap 150㎝ (59¼″)
① 2㎝ (3/4″) wide Triglides Slide
① 2㎝ (3/4″) wide Rectangle Ring
The pattern for making this can be drawn by yourself by watching my YouTube video.
Place right sides together of the main fabric and sew the bottom.
Place the Hook and Loop on the bottom and sew.
Place the bag strap in the center of the outer layer and sew.
Fold the outer layer in half and sew the sides with a 1cm seam allowance.
Combine the seams so that a flat base is formed.
Sew with an allowance of about 1cm.
Fold the zipper panel 0.5cm inward and iron it.
With assembled the zipper panel right side up, center zipper right side facing down along top edge. Pin in place. Using your zipper foot, sew along top edge using a 0.7cm seam allowance.
Attach the other fabric to the other side of the zip the same way.
Open out, press pieces away from and top stitch on both 0.2cm away from the zipper.
Place the wrong sides together and sew the both sides with an allowance of about 0.5cm.
Turn wrong side out. Sew the both sides with an allowance of about 1cm.
ld the handle fabric in half, wrong sides together to make a crease.
Then fold each edge in toward the middle and press.
Stitch along both long edges of the strip, 0.2cm from the edge.
Place the handle on the zipper panel and sew 10cm interval.
Place the wrong side of the zipper panel over the right side of the lining of the main fabric. Sew with an allowance of about 0.7cm.
Fold the sides of the outer fabric so that they are in the center.
Put the lining into the outer layer of the main fabric. Sew with an allowance of about 1cm.
Turn out our bag through the hole of the lining.
After this, sew up this hole.
Put the lining into the outer layer and fold the outer layer 1.5cm.
Sew under it.
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