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Sewing: Hobo Bag
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Hobo Bag

Hobo Bag

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Hobo Bag
Is this your project? Can you share instructions or a pattern with the Craftsy community?

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Funky


Materials

Ikea fabric, coat lining, vintage button

What was your inspiration?

I've seen similar bags for sale at fairs and fleamarkets, but they were made in Mexico or other places. I wanted something that was brights, fun and functional for myself and to sell. I include a pocket on the inside that will accomodate a set of keys or a cell phone. This helps them from not falling to the bottom of this deep purse.

What are you most proud of?

I'm proud that I designed this myself and that I've had so many happy customers!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

It's make from only 4 different pattern peices and is pretty easy to figure out if you want to do so yourself.
1- main bag (includes handles as one peice)
2- bottom (oval shap)
3- pocket
4- loop for button closure

 

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hello handbag on craftsy.com
Mar 19, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Love your pick of fabric and lining and the way your hobo drapes. Do you have a pattern or tutorial?
ellenmadeline on craftsy.com
Mar 19, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I made a pattern, but I have absolutely no idea how to get it on a computer file that I would be able to send. It is something I need to look into. Thanks