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Everyday Bags

13. ~ 16.

Little Purse and Shoulder Bag with Flaps, Both in Small and Large Sizes

This design makes use of the number of squares in the patchwork pattern, with the edge of the patchwork pieces creating guidelines for easy cutting and stitching. It’s created by folding outer and inner bag pieces like origami, then matching them together. The button loops peeking out add a cute touch.

Instructions for bags 13 & 14 on page 58, for bags 15 & 16 on pages 56–57

17. ~ 18.

Tote Bag with Gusset (S, L)

The linen used in this design gets softer with each wash.

These bags are just the right size for running errands. Leather has been used for the handles.

Instructions on pages 35 and 70

19. 20.

Flat Bag (S, L)

With their basic “bag” shape, these easy-to-use bags are recommended for beginners. Made from only one piece of fabric, the fold becomes the base, and stitches in stand-out shades emphasize the simple design.

Instructions on pages 34–35

21.

Long Tote with Floral Motifs

The fashionable long rectangular shape and ease of use makes this a popular design. Made from floral print corduroy, the flower motif on the handles and the eye-catching stitching at the motif’s center are cute accents.

Instructions on page 59

22.

Tote with Pompom

A pompom made of felt and wool creates a warm look for this bag, which is a simple design using one piece of felt fabric. As it’s made from felt, it’s not necessary to finish off the edges. The handles are crocheted from the same wool as the pompom.

Instructions on page 60

Wind wool around thick card to create pompom.

Apply appliqué fabric to the bag and stitch.

23. ~ 25.

Picnic Tote (S, M, L)

As the inner and outer fabrics for this bag are both linen, it has some body to it already, but the shape is retained by using belt interfacing around the opening and a board in the base. This versatile bag lends itself to all kinds of uses.

Instructions on pages 61–62

26. ~ 29.

Purse and Shoulder Bag with Spring Clasp

The relaxed, grown-up color combination of this lace print makes it easy to use with any outfit. Cut the shoulder strap longer if you want to wear the bag at waist length.

Instructions on pages 63–64

30. ~ 38.

Little Fancy Purse in Soft Fabric

This purse has a sweet, rounded shape when the strings are drawn. Made from two pieces of fabric, it’s easily decorated with beads, your favorite buttons or ribbons.

Instructions on pages 36–37 and pages 54–55