Nicki LaFoille

Sew a Stylish Cross-Body Bag

Nicki LaFoille
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Look over the features of the bag and learn what supplies are necessary for the project. In this session, Nicki also discusses different types of webbing which can be used for the strap, and some customization ideas to make the bag perfect for you.
In this session, Nicki discusses the pattern pieces and what markings to transfer to the fabric. You will also prepare the webbing pieces to be attached to the bag in later steps.
Learn how to create the outer front pocket, including the optional front zipper. Nicki demonstrates how to assemble the zipper and gusset with the front pocket pieces, complete with professional and stylish topstitching details, and how to attach the outer pocket onto the main body of the bag.
In this session, you will learn how to put all the bag pieces together. Assemble the bag, lining, and finish attaching the webbing strap.
 
 
4 Lessons
2  hrs 27  mins

Learn how to make a trendy cross-body sling style bag in this class with Nicki LaFoille. Download the pattern for the bag, which measures approximately 13” tall by 8” wide and 4” deep when finished. Follow along with Nicki to create a sturdy, fashionable, and functional purse using webbing and fusible fleece, plus learn tips and techniques for inserting zippers for the four zippered pockets in this all-purpose purse project.

Nicki LaFoille

Nicki LaFoille has been sewing for over 20 years. After her grandmother taught her to hand sew at the tender age of 11, Nicki fell in love with the craft and went on to receive a degree in Apparel Design from Central Michigan University. She worked as Associate Editor, then freelance contributor for Sew News, Sew It All and Creative Machine Embroidery magazines and appeared as a guest on Sew It All TV. She lives in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with her husband, daughter and red worm colony. In addition to seamstress, she is an author of several novels and enjoys gardening and canning the bounty.

Nicki LaFoille

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