I’ve long been obsessed with the sleek elegance of the Celine Luggage Tote, so much so that I made my own handmade version, using some gorgeous taupe pebbled leather and Vogue 9074. Check out this post for detailed instructions.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Banana Sling Bag: Finishing Touches
We’re in the home stretch! All we have left to do on the sling bag is to add the finishing touches: paint the edges, add a strap holder and add a zipper pull. Learn how in this blog post.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Banana Sling Bag: Constructing the Bag
Now that we’ve cut and prepped the pieces, it’s finally time to construct the sling bag! The construction of the sling bag is really very easy — just follow these step-by-step instructions to learn how.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Banana Sling Bag: Cutting and Prepping the Pieces
Now that we have our materials and equipment, we can start cutting and prepping the pieces for our banana sling bag. Read this post for step-by-step instructions (with photos!) showing how to cut and prep the pieces.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Banana Sling Bag: Materials and Equipment
Let’s get started on making the banana sling bag! The first step is to choose the right materials. Read on for my recommended leathers and leather alternatives for this bag.
Read MoreThe Banana Sling Bag
Looking for the perfect bag to pair with your casual wardrobe? Download this free pattern for a slouchy crescent-shaped sling bag. It’s very easy to make and it’ll add a nice polished touch to your athleisure wardrobe.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Leather Tote Bag: Finishing the Edges
We’re finally down to the last step in making our leather tote bag: finishing the edges! Read this post to learn how to give the edges of your tote bag a nice, smooth finish using edge paint.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Leather Tote Bag: Constructing the Bag
Finally, after spending ages cutting and prepping our pieces, it’s finally time to sew the tote bag together! The actual construction is pretty simple; just follow the step-by-step instructions in this post.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Leather Tote Bag: Cutting and Prepping the Pieces
Now that we have gathered our materials and equipment, the next step is cutting out the pieces and prepping them for sewing. Check out this post to learn how.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Leather Tote Bag: Collecting Equipment
The next step in sewing a leather tote bag? Gathering your equipment. Contrary to popular belief, you can sew leather on a regular sewing machine; you’ll just need a few additional tools to supplement your machine. Learn more about the equipment you’ll need in this post.
Read MoreHow to Sew a Leather Tote Bag: Choosing Your Materials
Ever wanted to sew sleek, stylish leather bags to go with your handmade wardrobe? Learn how in this series on how to sew a leather tote bag. First up? Choosing your materials for the bag. Click here to learn more about how to select the perfect leather or faux leather for your tote bag.
Read MoreThe Large Leather Tote Bag
Want to take your sewing obsession to the next level? Learn to sew bags out of genuine or faux leather. Make this sleek, roomy leather tote bag with my free downloadable pattern.
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