Women's bags- this is an indispensable accessory, without which the image of the fair sex looks unfinished. In it, representatives of the fair half of humanity carry with them everything they need: keys, a mirror, a telephone, napkins, lipstick and so on.

A woman needs a lot of bags, but family budget, as you know, does not allow such luxury. Therefore, the best solution would be to make this item yourself. Even material for this needlework can be found if you thoroughly shake up your wardrobe.

So by choosing this activity, you will not only get an original, unusual new thing, but also free up your closet.

Before you start creating, you should decide on a model. Then pick up necessary materials, tools and decor. And only then start making the little thing. Below we have tried to collect the necessary useful information And interesting ideas, diagrams and photos for your creativity.

What fabric to choose for sewing bags

Sewing a fabric bag can be made from any material, the main thing is that it has sufficient strength.

Common materials

But there are certain options that are used most often by craftswomen.

• Jeans (denim). This versatile material suitable for creating products of different styles. Durable and wear-resistant, it does not electrify and looks very attractive. The only one negative quality denim is its ability to lose color over time (fading).
• Gabardine. This wonderful material has a number of advantages. It does not wrinkle, is resistant to moisture and abrasion, does not stretch or shrink. The characteristic is complemented by the fact that the material is quite light and soft.
• Polyester. This synthetic fabric has a versatile look. Its surface can be imitation cotton or silk. But at the same time, it costs significantly less, and at the same time it is practical and wear-resistant.
• The only negative is that the material does not allow air to pass through. Nylon
• . The most unpretentious and low-maintenance fabric. But at the same time it has pleasant tactile characteristics and allows you to make attractive products.. Products made from it are best suited for the warm season. Easy to care for, lightweight and comes in a wonderful range of bright colors.

Additional selection

There are several more options that are not as common as the previous ones, but suitable for creating a women's accessory.

These include such paintings.

• Cordura- American high strength fabric.
• Canvas- modern a type of canvas.
• Lake- imitation patent leather.
• Oxford- came to us from Scotland something like a matting.

REFERENCE. In addition to the listed fabrics that are used for the outer part of the bag, there are a couple more options for the inner part. Most often, nylon or twill is used for this. You can also use plain calico or satin.

Types of bags that you can sew yourself

The existing models of this thing can be listed endlessly. But let's focus on the most famous variations that are easy to sew with your own hands.

• beach bag-mat;

To create these items you you will need some fabric (you can use things that you no longer wear), scissors, a sewing machine, as well as a little imagination and free time.

Shopping Bag

Our mothers also sewed shopping bags themselves. It's perfect for grocery shopping. And her sewing is quite simple.

The material for its manufacture will be old, but still quite strong clothes.

Manufacturing process

• Unravel the clothes at the seams and cut out the details according to the basic drawing.

Pattern

• Finish the edges of the parts using an overlocker or a zigzag stitch.
• Make connecting side seams.
• Sew on the bottom piece.
• Sew on the handles.
• If desired, decorate the finished product with decor.

ADVICE! To make the product stronger, use a double seam.

We sew a beach bag-mat

The benefits of such a product are undeniable. Firstly, you don’t have to drag an uncomfortable rug with you, because the thing is equipped with a pair of convenient handles. Secondly, you can put the necessary small things in it (by sewing on a special pocket).

To implement it, you will need thick fabric (you can use terry), twill, large (35 cm) and small (14 cm) zippers, Velcro, padding polyester for the middle layer and 1.5 cm wide braid.

Basic pattern

Pocket pattern

Completing of the work

• Using the given pattern, cut the fabric.
• Sew zippers into the pocket details.
• Sew pockets onto the outer piece.
• Sew the handle straps of the product.
• Sew the front and inner parts, placing spacer material between them.
• Sew on Velcro.

Shoulder bag - backpack

Kids love this versatile item. They are happy to carry their things and books in it. And it’s even more pleasant for a child to receive original item performed by my mother.

For work you will need the following materials: fabric (main and lining), material for stiffening, zipper, fixing elements and decor.

Pattern

Work order

• Transfer the pattern details to the material and cut them out.
• Sew the side seams of the outer part.
• Connect the top piece to the bottom.
• Sew straps and flap.
• Sew in the lining.
• Sew in a zipper.
• Install the fixing elements.
• Decorate the product.

Clutch handbag

And finally, the invariable attribute of the festive women's outfit- small clutch bag. Made with your own hands, it can give your appearance a unique charm and personality.

To create it you will need fabric (main and lining), fabric or leather to create a flower, leather bias binding, dublin, magnetic button and a metal ring for attaching the handle.

Pattern

Description of manufacture

• By basic pattern make external and internal parts from the main and lining fabric.
• Glue the dublin to the outer part from the inside.
• Strengthen the place where the magnetic button is attached on the inside with a dublin.
• Install a magnetic button.
• Cut out two blanks for the inner pocket.
• Fold the pieces wrong side out and stitch, leaving an opening for turning inside out.
• Turn the piece onto the face and stitch along the outline.
• Sew a pocket to the lining.
• Sew the outer and inner parts on three sides facing inward. At the same time, place the ring for fastening the handle in place.
• Turn out the workpiece and steam.
• Edge the bottom, which remains unstitched, with trim.
• Use a single stitch to process the valve and stitch the sides of the product.
• Install the second part of the magnetic button.
• Decorate the finished product with an artificial flower.

Attention! This clutch, instead of a flower, can be decorated with a finished applique or beaded embroidery.

Useful tips for sewing fabric bags

• Many models of fabric bags require a rigid frame. It can be created by laying solid material on the sides and bottom, between the main fabric and the lining. Cardboard is used as the main material for these purposes. You can also (especially to strengthen the bottom) use household linoleum. One more folk method will be the use of flexible plastic stationery folders.
• You can strengthen the seams of the product using a laid cord and processing the resulting structure with bias tape or fabric.
• To decorate a shopping bag, you can use bright braid or iron-on stickers..
• Instead of a clutch handle, you can use a thick chain. It is sold by the meter at a craft store.
• When transferring the pattern details to the fabric, do not forget to add seams. Usually they are one and a half centimeters.
• To prevent the zipper slider from jumping out during use, sew fixing pieces of fabric on both edges when sewing.
• They seem to be supposed to wrap around the ends of the zipper. If you use as a material old clothes
• , when cutting, watch the direction of the main thread of the fabric.

Decor plays an important role in the visual appeal of a product. The main thing is that there is not too much of it and that the overall style of the item is preserved.

We hope you are convinced that sewing a bag with your own hands is within the capabilities of even a novice craftsman. The main thing is to choose the right model and show a little patience and diligence. And everything else will follow. I wish you smooth lines and creative flights of fancy! Such necessary thing

like a fabric bag, suitable for daily shopping, in the summer you can take it to the beach under towels and blankets. It is not so voluminous, but nevertheless quite roomy. If you still don’t have a canvas bag at home, be sure to sew one for yourself; it will always find use in the household. In addition, it is sewn easily and quickly, even a novice seamstress can handle it, if you have a desire to create and a sewing machine, let's sew together.

• In order to sew a fabric bag with my own hands I needed:
• raincoat fabric 1 m. You can take any dense fabric - teak pillowcase, gabardine, cotton, calico.
• threads in color
• glue web 10 cm.
• detachable zipper 45 cm.
• haberdashery cardboard 36*12 cm.
• single-horn foot for sewing on a zipper tailor's tools: scissors, pins, tape measure

, chalk, ruler, sewing needle

MK sew a fabric bag with your own hands without a pattern step by step

1. I draw the details of the bag on the fabric. I cut out two rectangles with sides 49*42 cm. In the corners I cut out squares with dimensions as shown in the photo. Don't pay attention to the seams on my patterns, I just didn't have enough fabric, I had to add it)

2. I overlock the upper edges of the parts using an overlocker, using a zigzag stitch.

3. I unfasten it all the way and secure it with pins with the right sides facing inward, as in the photo.

4. I install a single-horn foot on the sewing machine for sewing on a zipper lock. I'm laying a line.

6. I fasten the lock all the way.

7. I cut off the excess and make notches in the corners.

8. I bend the edges of the fabric inward and secure with pins

9. I sew a line on a sewing machine. Then I do steps 6, 7, 8 from the other end of the zipper.

10. I cut out two fasteners for the lock from a piece of fabric - rectangles with sides 8*5 cm. They are needed in order to prevent the zipper from coming apart.

11. I bend the edges of the rectangles inward by 1 cm on both sides.

12. I hand-baste the zipper onto the lock at both ends.

13. I sew fasteners onto the lock on both sides. Now the zipper is securely fastened and will not come apart!

14. I fasten two layers of fabric together at the top of the bag, at a distance of 3.5 cm from the edge. I fix it with pins. I sew a line on a sewing machine.

15. I apply it to the front part of the bag in the middle and secure it with pins.

16. I start processing the bottom of the bag. I secure the bottom cut with pins. I sew a line on a sewing machine, retreating from the edge by the width of the foot. I sew it on an overlocker, using a zigzag stitch.

17. I turn the bag right side out. I place a finishing stitch along the top of the bottom seam, sewing the allowance onto the fabric. I smooth it with an iron and steam.

18. The next stage is processing the side sections of the bag. I fasten the parts together with pins and sew a stitch on the machine, retreating from the edge by the width of the presser foot. I overcast the edges with an overlocker, using a zigzag stitch.

19. Now I’m sewing the bottom of the bag.

20. In order for the bag to be stable at the bottom, have a shape and not fall through, I will sew a solid bottom. I cut out a rectangle with sides 36*12 from haberdashery cardboard, which I then place in a fabric case.

Instead of haberdashery cardboard, you can use isolon or energyflex, which is sold in construction stores.

21. I sew the cover around the perimeter, leaving one edge unsewn. I cut the corners as in the photo.

22. I place the cardboard in the case and sew up the free end by hand.

23. I place the hard bottom on the bottom of the bag and attach it to the bottom seam in the middle with a few stitches to secure it.

24. I start sewing the straps. I cut out a rectangle 82*4 cm. I fold the edges inward and baste it by hand.

25. Using a sewing machine, I lay a stitch along the edge of the straps. I remove the hand running stitches and iron with steam. I cut it in half to get two straps.

Bags are an invariable accessory of our Everyday life. We go with them to work, to the store, on dates, to various meetings, simple walks, important events, and so on. Today you can find a bag not only in women's wardrobes, but also in children's and even men's wardrobes.

We invite you to familiarize yourself with several master classes that describe sewing bags in detail. Patterns are included with each of the proposed types of bags. And these are simple fabric, denim, household, travel, men's and clutches.

How to make fabric bag patterns with your own hands

The easiest way is to find a ready-made pattern on the Internet or in a magazine. Then, if necessary, you can simply increase or decrease its size and begin cutting and sewing the selected type of bag.

The second option is to draw patterns for a fabric bag with your own hands. To do this, you will need to sketch out a model of the future bag and imagine what elements it will consist of. For example, it can only have a front and back wall, bottom, sides, the handle can be sewn separately or be one piece with the main part, and so on.

Small cloth bag

Such a small fabric handbag is very relevant at any time of the year. It is great for walking with friends and for everyday wear, because it will fit the necessary cosmetics, phone and notepad.

Master class on sewing a small fabric handbag:

1. Cut out the paper parts of the fabric bag pattern with your own hands.
2. Transfer the pattern to the reverse side of the fabric, cut out the required number of parts.
3. Sew the two sides together (front and back), the sides and the bottom together.
4. Sew the sides together.
5. Sew the bottom completely to the walls.
6. Place the lining over the fabric frame.
7. Sew the lining and frame together, leaving a small opening so you can turn the bag inside out.
8. Sew the hole closed with a blind stitch.
9. Sew the lid of the bag.
10. Make a strap and sew it to the bag.

A small fabric bag is ready!

Clutch bag

This clutch is very convenient because its size is adjustable with buttons. When closed it is small in size, but when unzipped it becomes a spacious bag.

Master class on creating a clutch:

1. Transfer the details of the fabric bag pattern with your own hands onto the prepared material.
2. Cut out the required number of parts.
3. Make a bag out of them.
4. Make the lining in the same way.
5. Place the lining and bag together.
6. Turn the bag right side out.
7. Glue two pairs of magnets or buttons.
8. Sew on the snake.

The clutch bag is ready!

Denim bag

Master Class:

1. First of all, you will need a denim bag pattern, which is located above. Print it out and cut out the pieces.
2. Now the denim bag pattern is transferred directly to the fabric.
3. Cut out all the parts.
4. Sew the pattern pieces together as shown in the picture above.
5. Make and sew the lining.
6. Turn the bag inside out, fasten the handles and decorate it with a bow.

All is ready!

Man's bags

It has long been no secret that men also need a bag. As many keys, a wallet, a handkerchief as possible, mobile phone and put other small things in your pockets? After all, it is much more convenient to put all this in one small bag, especially since today there are many different styles specifically for men. We suggest you sew one yourself.

Step-by-step instruction on tailoring men's bags:

1. First of all, you will need a pattern for a man's bag. An example of this is above. Just take it and print it out, then cut out the individual elements.
2. Take fabric for the bag. It is better to opt for a thick one (for example, waterproof, nylon, leather, and so on).
3. Take fabric for the lining (it is better to choose cotton) and dublerin (this is a special fabric for connecting the lining and the main fabric).
4. Transfer the pattern to the fabric and lining. Cut out all the parts.
5. Glue the dublerin using an iron where it may be needed.
6. Make a belt. Take its parts, bend them inward front side cut in half and sew the pieces together. Unscrew the belt.
7. Sew the lining to the main parts of the bag.
8. Sew on the snake.
9. Sew on the bag lid and pockets.
10. Collect all the parts and stitch them together.

The man's bag is ready!

Summer bags

Summer bags are also called beach bags. As a rule, this is a fairly lightweight design with one large zip compartment. They can be sewn from different fabrics either knit or crochet. Pattern summer bags the latter type is not required. In this case, you simply take and knit a large piece, which is then sewn together.

Step-by-step master class on sewing a summer bag from fabric:

1. First you will need a summer bag pattern. For example, you can use the one above. This bag consists of two front walls and sides, a bottom, handles and an inner pocket.
2. Cut out the paper pattern pieces.
3. Place the pattern on the back of the fabric and transfer the pattern.
4. Cut out all the details from the fabric, stepping back from the edge a couple of centimeters.
5. Cut out the lining.
6. Sew two pockets in the center of the two linings. Don't forget to fold the edges.
7. Place the lining and front wall, lining and side wall together. Put it all together.
8. Assemble the second wall and side in the same way.
9. Sew together two pairs of walls and sides.
10. Sew the bottom to all the walls.
11. Make handles. To do this, fold each ribbon in half lengthwise with the right side inward and stitch the edges. After this, unscrew the handles.
12. Sew the handles to the bag. Fold the edges of the lining and walls inward. Place the straps on the bag and tuck the ends under. Sew everything together in two rows for greater security.

Summer beach bag is ready! It is suitable for both going to the beach and walking around the city with friends.

Travel bag

Travel bags should be comfortable and roomy. And although there is a wide variety of them, it is difficult to find the most suitable one. If you want to sew such a bag yourself, then read the instructions below.

Instructions on how to sew a travel bag:

1. The pattern for a travel bag is not much different from the pattern for a summer bag. The main distinguishing feature is that it is necessary to increase the size of all walls and bottom by at least one and a half to two times.
2. Transfer the pattern onto the fabric. For travel bags, it is better to choose the following types of fabric: polyester (900d, 1200d, 1800d or 2400d), nylon.
3. Cut out all the pieces of the bag and lining.
4. Repeat steps 6-11 from the previous master class. If desired, you can make several internal and side pockets.
5. Sew a zipper to the top of the bag.
6. Sew on the handles. Additionally, you can sew on another long handle.

The travel bag is ready!

Shopping Bag

A shopping bag is something between a summer bag and a travel bag. It usually consists of one large compartment and is made of durable material (for example, nylon or cotton).

Detailed instructions for sewing a shopping bag:

1. The shopping bag pattern is the outlined outline of a simple bag with handles, often called a “T-shirt.” An example of such a pattern is above.
2. Cut out the pattern from paper.
3. Attach the paper pattern to the back of the fabric, which you previously folded in half. The fold should be at the bottom, where you plan to make the bottom of the bag.
4. Cut out the details of the bag, stepping back from the edges of the pattern a couple of centimeters. Don't cut the bottom.
5. Sew the fabric together, leaving holes in the places for folding and handles, that is, at the top of the bag.
6. Sew the handles together.
7. Fold the fabric where you don't want the bag to be sewn and finish the edge. Either carefully baste or adhere using hemming tape.
8. Turn the bag inside out.

The shopping bag is ready!

Today you can find any thing on the market; the variety of goods is so great that it’s simply dizzying. But the problem is that as soon as some new fashion trend begins, the market is filled with the same type and monotonous product, and in the end, what is fashionable is worn by 85% of 100.

You want to stand out from this gray fashion mass, and for this you will need some skills, desire and imagination. So today let's talk about how sew a fabric bag independently and be exclusive and unique.

DIY fabric bag

It is worth noting that a woman’s life cannot proceed fully if she does not have bags. This is an essential accessory for every female, and even little girls cannot imagine their walk without their favorite handbag.

This could be a huge shoulder bag, a small ladies' clutch, a medium-sized bag with long handles. There can be many options, it all depends on your preferences.

In order to sew a bag without outside help, you do not have to be a professional seamstress. To do this you will need to know how to use sewing machine or tighten a thread into a needle, everything else will depend only on your efforts and desire to create something new, beautiful and extraordinary.

It should be noted that even the lack of imagination will not be a hindrance in this matter, because on the Internet you can find a lot of different interesting options that can be brought to life. It turns out that, in principle, we have everything at hand; now we will need to find out what material is best to sew a bag from and how to do it.

Fabric for bags and backpacks

Today there is a huge variety of products on the fabric market. It is very difficult for the ignorant and beginners to understand such diversity. To make the process of choosing material for sewing a bag easier, let's figure out which fabric is suitable for which bags:

• Polyester. This material makes excellent and very durable bags.
• Bags made of nylon are quite lightweight, but at the same time they are highly durable. Among other things, they are quite elastic, and the material is often used specifically for factory tailoring of bags.

• Faux leather is a very common material in the bag sewing industry. Here I would immediately like to note that the quality characteristics of such material are not at the highest level. Usually, so-called consumer goods are made from it. Such bags are inexpensive, but they are also not practical to use, or rather, even to say, they are short-lived.
• Artificial suede is similar to its natural counterpart. The material is quite practical and wear-resistant, so bags made from this fabric are excellent both in terms of quality characteristics and appearance.
• Jacquard. The fabric is not cheap, the surface of the fabric is not smooth. Used for sewing children's backpacks and bags.
• Cotton. This fabric contains 90% cellulose. Often used for sewing a variety of bags.

If you have some fabric at home, then you don’t have to buy another one from the store. Almost any material that is not too thin can be suitable for a bag.

Fabric shoulder bags

One of the most practical bags is the shoulder bag, as they say, put it on and forget it. It's beautiful, comfortable and practical, the perfect combination of characteristics for a bag. In order to sew such a bag you will need a lot of time, but believe me, the result will be worth it.

First, let's look at the material and tools that will be useful to us in the process of sewing the type of bag in question:

• any material that is suitable for lining
• fabric for a bag (pieces measuring 34 x 35; 34 x 27 and a couple of pieces 27 x13 cm)
• lace (length no less than 40 cm)
• doublerin
• pair of carabiners and half rings
• button ( the best option– magnetic)

• bag strap
• tools (scissors, ruler, pencil, thread, bobby pins)

If everything listed above is at your fingertips, then go to battle. Step-by-step instructions for sewing a “messenger bag”:

1. If you want the bag you sew to keep its shape, then sewing begins by gluing the front fabric with dublerin. The sizing process must be carried out through gauze.
2. We fold the prepared couple of large pieces of fabric right sides together and sew them together. Don't forget to always leave a seam allowance, one and a half centimeters will be enough.
3. The seam will need to be ironed, and the lace will need to be attached to the front of the fabric, and then stitched.

1. Place the pieces of fabric right sides together and sew the side seams.
2. Now we need to start shaping the bottom. We fold the existing corners, do not forget to secure everything with bobby pins. We measure 5-7 cm from the sharp edge, draw a line with a pencil and stitch it. Excess fabric can be cut off to the seam, leaving only one centimeter in reserve.
3. We turn the fabric inside out, in this case it will be necessary to iron the side seams so that it is clear how to further work with the resulting workpiece.

1. Let's move on to sewing the flap for the bag, which is a must on such a model. To do this, take 2 small prepared pieces of fabric and fold them, again with the right sides facing each other. Draw the shape of a pocket, rounding the corners.
2. We sew according to the drawing, leaving the largest edge unstitched.
3. Carefully trim off the excess fabric. Find the middle on the valve and mark it with a bold dot. This is where we will attach the magnetic button.
4. From the fat point in the middle of the valve, measure half a centimeter in both directions and cut the material. We insert the button (the magnet itself will be attached in a different place). Turn the fabric inside out.

1. Let's start connecting the bag and the valve we made. We pin the valve to the bag with bobby pins and attach it. Do not forget to iron the fabric after each process.
2. We bend the flap onto the front side of the bag and mark on its base the place where we will attach the magnet.
3. To the side seams at the top, you will need to sew leather flats with half rings sewn into them. This is a mount for our future belt.
4. Don't forget about the lining and the need to cut it out. For this we need two pieces of fabric measuring 30 x 34 cm.
5. They need to be stitched around the perimeter so that the seam is open. Don't forget to cut corners. After we turn the material inside out, we sew the seam that we previously left unsewn.
6. We connect the lining to the bag with pins and stitch. The bag is ready, all that remains is to turn it inside out.

The “messenger bag” is ready for use. Although there is a lot of hassle, you will be pleased with the result.

DIY bag patterns made from fabric

For those who are not new to sewing, it will be enough to have a pattern on hand in order to sew an original bag. We present to your attention detailed patterns of some bag models:

• Denim bags never go out of fashion, and today this rule also applies. Therefore, if you have old jeans lying around somewhere that you would hate to throw away, but you will never wear them again, then this is an excellent fabric option for a denim bag.

• Men's fabric bag can also be original. If you put your hand into making it. Sewing a small bag for your man is not so difficult if you have a detailed pattern with all the necessary dimensions.

• Fabric shopping bags sewing is even easier. IN in this case, having a pattern is half the battle. The fabric for such bags can be any, at the discretion of the creator.

If you are new to sewing, then we suggest watching a video that will explain and show you in detail. how to sew a fabric bag with your own hands. Don’t be afraid to experiment, and then you will be able to achieve a lot, especially when you have a clear example before your eyes.

Video: Fabric bag - master class

A bag is one of the necessary and stylish accessories modern woman. You can make an original, unique bag with your own hands - sew it from scrap materials according to detailed master classes in our article. Interesting models can be created from old unnecessary things.

The catalog of fabrics produced by the light industry is varied. Any of them, rustling or fleecy, rough or smooth, denim, leather, can become the basis for a bag. The principle of eclecticism (combination of styles), used by modern designers, allows any combinations and fantasies.

The following fabric options may be most suitable for a bag:

1. Canvas– canvas is an extremely durable material used for making sails. If earlier this variety was produced from hemp, today it is made from synthetic fibers.
2. Cordura- material used by American tailors for sewing military ammunition. Durable and durable material, the wear resistance of which is 5 times higher than nylon.
3. Denim– denim, a durable fabric that does not allow dust to pass through and lasts a very long time. Combines with any type of decoration, guipure lace, embroidery, decorative details.
4. Lake– original fabric reminiscent of leather, shiny and smooth. The industry produces plain varnish or covered with a patterned print. The fabric is durable, does not allow moisture to pass through, and has a low cost.
5. Plain gabardine, with which decorative elements are perfectly combined. A bag made of this fabric can be washed frequently, appearance the product will not lose its attractiveness.
6. Oxford– backpack fabric with increased strength.
7. You can also use light fabrics - linen, silk, cotton, the colors of which are extremely rich. With this option, you will need to select fabric for the lining.

Features of making a leather pattern

For leather bag can be used old thing or purchase scraps from thin leather, but the manufacturing process will not be easy, so it is important use the following tips:

For any model you need to create a pattern. Beginning fashion designers should remember that sharp corners on leather products are difficult to achieve., so all lines should be smooth. You can draw such a line using a pattern. Based on the pattern, templates are prepared from hard paper, according to which all the leather parts are cut out, this makes it easier to work.

Jeans patterns

All kinds of ideas for sewing bags from old jeans open up scope for the designer’s imagination.

There are many options for implementing the plan:

Here are some tips for making denim bags:

1. Such bags are sewn using ready-made patterns.
2. No need to look for fabric large sizes. Patchwork style combining denim and light fabric, very fashionable today.
3. The product will become more expressive if you add decorative elements to it.
4. To ensure that a denim bag keeps its shape, a lining is sewn into it, which can be made of bright fabric. If you make it longer, the protruding part of the fabric can be used for additional finishing.
5. Diagram of the simplest bag: four pieces of square-shaped fabric, two rectangular ones, four long narrow strips for handles.

Fabric patterns

To sew a bag with your own hands (master class), you can develop different fabric models yourself or find ready-made patterns on the Internet.

After the model is selected, you must:

1. Having made the pattern, transfer it to the wrong side of the selected fabric, and cut out two parts at a time. An option is that handles are cut out along with the side parts.
2. In order for the product to come out neat, the parts must first be basted, ironed well, and only then sewn.
3. The two central walls of the product and narrow side parts are stitched together along the width, then the bottom is sewn on.
4. The lining is made in the same way and placed on the sewn part.
5. The model is turned right side out and the edges are processed.
6. Handles are sewn on if they were cut out separately.
7. All that remains is to sew in a zipper or decorate the lid.

In order for a fabric bag to keep its shape, the fabric needs to be strengthened, that is, glued with double tape, which is done after the material is selected.

Felt pattern

Felt bags are becoming increasingly popular because they are beautiful, bright, soft and cozy.

Working with felt is easy:

1. The material does not stretch, so there is no need to draw a pattern. Having decided on the dimensions of the product, you can simply cut out two squares or the same number of rectangles and get to work.
2. The edges of the fabric do not fray, so there is no need for additional processing of seams.
3. After basting and sewing the bag, you need to think about the handles for it. Options may be different: from the same felt, thin chain, belt.
4. To make the product look neat, it is better to sew a contrasting color lining that will hide the internal seams.
5. All that remains is to complement the sample with decor. It can be made from felt fabric of a different color. The cut out funny figure is simply glued or sewn with an overcast stitch.

The costs for such a product are quite insignificant.

Burlap patterns

Burlap is a natural, inexpensive material. Products made from it look impressive and remind of the harmony of man and nature. The material is soft and pliable.

Working with it is easy and at the same time not simple:

1. Before starting work, the fabric must be ironed thoroughly so that even shapes can be cut.
2. The edges of the burlap are crumbling, so the entire base needs to be coated with glue.
3. Internal seams need overcasting.
4. In order for the product to retain its shape, a more rigid lining is required.

Fur and suede for bag pattern

Sew a bag with your own hands (master class), different models are easy from fur, suede itself simple design, which always look rich. You want to pick them up and try them on with your outfit. To create such an exclusive piece, you will need some leftover fur, natural or artificial, which will not be easy to work with.

Most likely it will be painstaking handmade. When sewing fur product on a typewriter, the work progresses slowly: the fibers fall under the needle. In addition, you need a machine that sews thick fabrics.

If the desire to have a fur bag has not disappeared, then you will have to do the following:

1. You will need a pattern.
2. After it is done, the existing fur is laid out in the direction of the pile and pattern.
3. The elements of the future product are placed on it parallel to the center of the cut. Outline the parts with an automatic pen so that the line is visible.
4. You need to be careful so that fur defects do not fall under the pattern.
5. Fur, like suede, cannot be cut with scissors. You should have a furrier's knife at hand.
6. You need to grind down the parts according to how the pile looks. All lint should be hidden under the seams.
7. The process can only be performed with a sharp, rather thick needle, using nylon threads. You only need to pierce fur or suede once.

How to turn an old umbrella into a fashionable bag

You can sew an interesting bag with your own hands from an old umbrella. The master class you watched will suggest different models of lightweight bags that do not require much space in the owner’s handbag.

But this is not the only advantage of such a product:

• the fabric from which umbrellas are made has extraordinary strength, so the new accessory will not be demolished;
• products folded in such a bag will not get wet in the pouring rain;
• stylish design (the colors of umbrellas are usually original) and a little imagination will make this thing unique. How to sew a bag with your own hands from an old umbrella. Master class with photos

  
  
  

The procedure for creating a bag will be as follows:

1. An old umbrella can be ripped into triangular sections, but the umbrella clasps should not be cut off.
2. Parts need to be washed and ironed.
3. Next, the parts are folded so that a continuous fabric is obtained, the parts are basted and stitched on a machine along the front side with a hidden seam. The edges of the resulting piece of fabric are also joined.
4. The product is folded to form a rectangle with absolutely right angles. The bottom of the product, screwed inside out, is ground down and overcast.
5. Handles are made from the remaining fabric. They can be made triangular or the usual rectangular.
6. All that remains is to process the top edge of the bag.
7. Folded new accessory Having secured it with an umbrella clasp, you can go to the store.

Master class on sewing a beach bag

No need to buy for summer holiday beach bag. You can create it yourself, and it will be just as stylish and fashionable. When planning to get creative, you need to collect any scraps that are available in the house.

It is important that they have a bright large ornament.

It can be:

• printed tapestry, raincoat fabric;
• bright chintz fabrics, printed cotton, linen;
• rough burlap.

Thick fabrics, felt, felt, denim should be left for other purposes. You immediately need to select the lining fabric, some kind of “sliding fabric”: single-color satin, satin, silk.

It is better for beginning craftswomen to take on a simple rectangular model, although if you round off the lower part, the product will look more original. Large bags are fashionable today.

Having decided on the dimensions and finding thick paper, you can start creating a pattern:

1. Draw a square with a side of 50 cm - these are the side walls of the bag. If desired, the bottom of the bag can be rounded. To get an even semicircle, use a compass or pattern.
2. From the selected flaps, two such parts and two from the lining fabric are assembled.
3. A rectangle is marked, the length of which is 50 cm, width - 10 or 20 cm. These are the side part and the bottom. You will have to cut 6 such parts from the fabric (the bag and lining are taken into account).
4. A handle is drawn - a rectangle, 60 cm long. The width can be different. You will need four pieces for the bag.

All that remains is to sweep, iron and sew, decorating the product decorative elements.

How to sew a travel bag

Sew a bag with your own hands (master class), different models can be made from denim, leather, thick drape.

You can create it from old jeans, spending one evening on the whole process, while saving your own money:

Once the top is sewn on, the accessory is considered complete.

Making your own sports bag

Sew a bag with your own hands (master class), different models can be made from tarpaulin, raincoat fabric sporty style. You can choose a style with a belt or with a handle. Quilted padding polyester is used for the lining, and fleece is used for the rigidity of the bottom. You will need a zipper and rings for handles.

Step-by-step instructions for creating a bag:

1. Taking an old newspaper, you need to fold it so that the edges match.
2. Fold the corners, but not to the center. Draw along the folded corners horizontal line.
3. Cut off the top along this line. Cut the resulting figure along the center line of the newspaper. Mark the top, bottom, and fold of the product.
4. Lay out the pattern on the selected fabric and cut it out, not forgetting to leave a two-centimeter seam allowance.
5. Baste the top and bottom of the bag, sides, stitch them, sew on a zipper.
6. Cut out the lining in the same way and make several pockets on it.
7. Sew on the bottom, lining on the sides.
8. Having cut out the handles, attach them to the bag.
9. Insert a lining into the base of the product, pin at the seams and stitch.

The work on creating the bag is completed.

Sewing a bag in patchwork style

Bags in the patchwork style are summer, so you need to choose cotton or linen fabrics for them, but such a product will have to be ironed often. You can take non-shrinking, durable synthetic fabrics.

Having prepared the necessary things (scraps, lining material, glue stick, pen strap, scissors), you can start sewing:

• find fabric for the base: length – 29 cm, width – 25;
• lay out the patches on it so that their edges overlap each other by 1.5 cm, pin them together with pins so that they do not move;
• the corners of the scraps should be glued and only after that should you start stitching by hand or on a machine along the length and then along the width;
• you should cut the workpiece and insert the bottom, pre-glued (14/25 cm), reinforced with non-woven material;
• sew the side parts, sew rings for the handles;
• sew the corners, turn them inside out;
• decorate the lining, sew it inside;
• process the top edge of the product and attach handles.

Knot bag

It’s easy to sew a knotted bag with your own hands, but it’s better to watch the master class. Various models your own imagination will tell you. Cotton fabrics with cheerful patterns are suitable for such a product, although evening fabrics can also be used. Products are double-sided.

The interior is usually plain. The bottom can be round, semicircular, with recesses. The accessory can be miniature (worn on the hand) or large, like a backpack.

To make a knot bag, you need to spend about an hour:

• you need to draw a sketch of the future product (the bag resembles a T-shirt with wide shoulders, one of which is 5 cm longer than the other) and cut it out;
• the pattern is transferred to the fabric (seam allowances are required);
• the lining is marked (it is better to take non-woven fabric with adhesive backing);
• the product is swept away from the handles, then the sides, bottom, and seams are stitched by machine;
• All that remains is to sew the lining and sew it on.

Waist bag

Waist bag - perfect option gift for your beloved man. To make it, you need suede or thin skin, felt or fleece. The basis will be patterns taken from the Internet, because it is quite difficult to develop the shape of a bag on your own.

1. The manufacturing process begins with sizing and stitching the back wall to which the zipper is sewn. The second side of the zipper is sewn at the top of the lid.
2. A second zipper is marked on the convex side of the lid.
3. The front wall is attached to the free edge of the zipper.
4. If necessary, pockets are made (they will be fixed with Velcro).
5. To the front and back wall slings with fastex are attached.

Simple Shoe Bag

A schoolchild may need a bag for a change of shoes and sports uniform. To create such a bag, you can use raincoat fabric in two shades.

You need to prepare:

• rectangular piece of fabric bright color, 40 cm in width, 64 cm in length;
• 2 fabric parts contrasting color(length – 40 cm, width – 24 cm);
• for the pocket, a rectangle of fabric (16 cm by 21 cm);
• lace.

The sewing sequence is as follows:

• the pocket is decorated with the child’s initials and attached along a line drawn on the side;
• upper sections of fabric different color stitched from the front side;
• the parts are folded right sides together and stitched;
• the part under the drawstring is folded and ironed, stitched without reaching the center;
• All you have to do is insert the drawstring and you can put things in the bag.

Interesting ideas for sewing bags

There are many ideas for sewing bags, here are some of them:

1. A wicker bag made from old jeans will be original. Cut old trousers into strips and weave fabric. Sew or glue it onto the fabric base. Having folded the workpiece, sew the sides. All that remains is to sew on the handles.
2. A semicircular clutch is convenient to take to the cinema. From a piece of wrinkle-resistant fabric, cut out two round pieces and the same circle from padding polyester. Having placed the parts on top of each other, they should be stitched and trimmed with narrow braid. A zipper should be sewn into the blank and the product should be decorated.
3. The bag looks original in the form evening dress or a piece of cheese.
4. The next model can be considered exclusive - a transforming bag from a vest to a bag. You can leave the house wearing a quilted vest and return with a bag in your hands.
5. You can make a bag in the shape of a clock, the arrows of which point to the exit from the house.

A bag is not a difficult thing to make yourself. Thanks to the large selection of models, a novice craftswoman can choose one of the most simple options. Create original and stylish accessory will help detailed master classes with photographs of patterns and finished products.

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