Convenient, Organized Purse - two sizes Pattern

Category:

Sewing

Type:

Accessory

Fit:

Petite, Tall, Women, Girls

Item:

Bag

Skill Level:

Beginner

Basic Skills Necessary:

• know how to use a sewing machine
• know basic sewing instruction terms

Pattern Description:

Easy, one-handed accessibility for glasses, pen, cell phone,and this bag also has 2 zippered sections. Make it with (middle 3 photos) or without (top photo) a changeable belt.Change the look on a whim by just changing the belt! And make the strap any length you like.

It has three sections: 2 zippered outside pockets that sandwich a middle section divided into 3 snug pockets (great for glasses, pens and cell phone). The belt can be interchanged with other belts or scarves to change the look. Two sizes are included in the pattern - small, which is shown, (approx 5 1/2" high by 8 1/2" wide) and medium (approx 6" high by 10" wide).

** This is a 5 page sewing tutorial! (dimensions for cutting fabric pieces is included.) All pieces are rectangular and 5 photos are included to clarify instructions.**

Advanced beginner level (see below for supply list)

SUPPLIES:
*Fabric:
1/2 yard of 44" wide outer fabric (if no nap)
3/8 yard of 44" wide lining fabric
Optional:1/4 yard of lightweight fabric for belt

* Notions:
Two zippers: 7" (for small purse) or 9" (for medium purse)
2 D-rings: 1/2" (for small purse) or 3/4" (for medium purse)

* Optional:
2 D-rings, 1", for belt closure (or a decorative pin or just tie a bow)

Copyright (c) 2006, 2008 - Feel free to sell what you make from this pattern, but please attribute the design to me - thx!