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Emiko Takahashi - Handmade Bags In Natural Fabrics: Over 25 Easy-To-Make Purses, Totes and More (Tuttle Sewing Books)

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Make your own charming purse, tote, clutch, satchel or eco tote with this fashionable bag making book.
Handmade Bags in Natural Fabrics offers patterns for twenty-five basic bag styles along with sixty variations and the know-how to customize each bag to suit any stylefrom sweet-and innocent to minimalist to counter-culture. There is no better project for the eco-conscious crafter than a simple cloth bag. In addition to bag sewing patterns, basic sewing lessons teach the fundamentals of bag sewing:
  • Hand-stitching, including French knot stitch and daisy stitch
  • Lining and drawstring casing
  • Corners, edges and straps
  • Simple flourishes such as embroidery, applique and more
  • Emiko Takahashi, a fashion and textile designer, provides easy instructions and bag sewing diagrams, as well as a sheet of full-sized pattern pieces for each handmade bag projectplus easy lessons on the basics of hand-stitching drawstring casings, corners, edges, straps, and simple flourishes. Cotton and linen bags are always useful, and they lend a carefree, laid-back touch to any warm-weather outfit. Each bag can be machine-sewn, but they are designed to be made in natural fabrics that are lightweight enough to be easily sewn by hand. With Takahashis expert guidance, beginning sewers with little or no previous experience can learn to make these understated and elegant handbags.
    25 Sewing patterns to do 60 different projects including:
  • Envelope Pouches
  • Bucket Bags
  • Picnic Totes
  • Sacks and Carryalls
  • Classic Drawstrings
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    Before You Start Equipment and Materia - photo 1Before You Start Equipment and Materials Youll Need Have these - photo 2Before You Start Equipment and Materials Youll Need Have these - photo 3

    Before You Start
    Equipment and Materials Youll Need Have these easy-to-use bits and pieces on - photo 4 Equipment and Materials Youll Need (Have these easy-to-use bits and pieces on hand before you begin) Pincushion Choose one the right size for you Automatic Threader This - photo 5 Pincushion Choose one the right size for you. Automatic Threader This will thread your needle with just the touch of a button. Glass Headed Pins These extremely fine pins are the best choice for silk fabrics. Their glass heads can withstand the heat of an iron. Embroidery Needles These fine-tipped needles make for extremely smooth sewing. Sewing Needles Needles that can sew light- to regular-weight fabrics.

    Hand Sewing Threads Such as Pice (6) 100% polyester fine sewing thread, best for sewing thin fabrics MOCO (7) 100% polyester heavy sewing thread, excellent for embroidery, stitching and attaching straps Schappe Spun (8) 100% polyester sewing thread. Soie et (9) gradated color silk embroidery thread. Fabric Chalk Choose a type that rinses out in water or one that fades by itself. Crochet Hook 8mm and size 7/0. Double-headed Threader This works for both heavy and fine needles. Embroidery Needle Threader These are designed specifically for embroidery floss/thread.

    Small Scissors The sharp tips make these just right for detailed work. Fabric Scissors These are specifically for cutting fabric. Plotting Scale The green section allows measurements to be seen even when laid on top of light colored or patterned fabric. Cord Threader These are made from a smooth material to allow ribbons or cords to pass through casing quickly.

    Picture 6 About the Fusible Interfacing and Wadding Used in This Book Applying fusible interfacing to fabric gives it more body and durability. Make sure you choose the right kind depending on your purpose and needs.

    Quilt wadding adds airy volume to thin fabrics. For hand sewing, use a lightweight type or fusible wadding. How to apply fusible interfacing Using a dry iron on medium heat work from - photo 7 How to apply fusible interfacing Using a dry iron on medium heat, work from the top down, pressing the iron firmly on each spot for about 10 seconds. Move the iron a little at a time to make sure all parts of the fabric are covered. Heat-bondable double-sided sheet. Also used in no 46 Fusible interfacing for straps Allows you to create - photo 8 Also used in no. 46 Fusible interfacing for straps. 46 Fusible interfacing for straps.

    Allows you to create straight, neat bag straps. Also used in no 15 Soft fusible interfacing Applying fusible interfacing - photo 9 Also used in no. 15 Soft fusible interfacing. Applying fusible interfacing prevents fraying when pattern pieces are cut out and creates an attractive silhouette. Fusible belt interfacing Applied to the opening of a bag this interfacing - photo 10 Fusible belt interfacing. Also used in nos 1 3 1720 2325 4558 60 Smooth fusible interfacing - photo 11 Also used in nos. 1, 3, 1720, 2325, 4558, 60. 1, 3, 1720, 2325, 4558, 60.

    Smooth fusible interfacing. Applied to a bag, this creates a smooth tautness and allows the bag to keep its shape. Also used in no 44 Wadding lightweight This adds body and volume to soft - photo 12 Also used in no. 44 Wadding (lightweight). This adds body and volume to soft fabrics such as gauze. 40 Fusible wadding (medium weight). 40 Fusible wadding (medium weight).

    Creates an even, full silhouette. Also used in nos 4558 Polyester interfacing for bags and hats used in - photo 14 Also used in nos. 4558 Polyester interfacing for bags and hats used in the base of a bag allows the - photo 15 Polyester interfacing for bags and hats, used in the base of a bag, allows the bag to retain its shape and makes it sturdier. Used in nos. 2125, 43, 44, 59, 60

    Picture 16 Handles and Straps Used in This Book One of the enjoyable things about sewing bags by hand is that various
    effects can be achieved depending on your choice of straps or handles. In this book, apart from fabric, leather, wide ribbon and sturdy loop cord have been used.

    Make a totally original creation by matching whichever strap you like to the shape, fabric and pattern of the bag. Ribbon items 3 4 Cord item 11 Leather strip narrow item 43 Punched - photo 17 Ribbon, items 3 & 4 Cord, item 11 Leather strip (narrow), item 43 Punched leather tape, items 23, 25, 59 & 60 6-hole punched leather strip, item 44 7-hole punched leather strip, item 18 Leather strip with flower motif, item 21 Woven tape, item 1 Clasps and Attachments Used in This Book These items are easy to incorporate - photo 18 Clasps and Attachments Used in This Book These items are easy to incorporate into hand sewing Frame Used in items 39 40 Spring clasp with loop-headed Pin Used in - photo 19 Frame
    Used in items 39, 40 Spring clasp with loop-headed Pin Used in items 26 27 Spring clasp - photo 20 Spring clasp
    (with loop-headed Pin)
    Used in items 26, 27 Spring clasp Used in items 28 29 Double-ended lace trim Zipper Used - photo 21 Spring clasp
    Used in items 28, 29 Handmade Bags In Natural Fabrics Over 25 Easy-To-Make Purses Totes and More Tuttle Sewing Books - image 22 Double-ended lace trim Zipper
    Used in items 43, 44 Handmade Bags In Natural Fabrics Over 25 Easy-To-Make Purses Totes and More Tuttle Sewing Books - image 23 Magnet fasteners
    Used in items 2325, 59, 60 Handmade Bags In Natural Fabrics Over 25 Easy-To-Make Purses Totes and More Tuttle Sewing Books - image 24 Swivel latch
    Used in items 26, 27

    Picture 25 Sewing Basics The terms and methods for smooth hand sewing are explained here in easy-to-follow diagrams. Once youve learned them, you can get started on making a bag. MATCH RIGHT SIDES Layer fabric so patterned sides right sides of fabric - photo 26Next page
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