DIY Duffle Handbag (EASY)

How to make duffle handbag sewing pattern. Fun sewing project for all skill levels

-LINK to Pattern:

-LINK to Fabric(canvas): https://amzn.to/3ErHxoB

-LINK to Fabric(denim): https://amzn.to/3lKEwY2

-LINK to Vinyl: https://amzn.to/2Yuxw9X

-LINK to Leather: https://amzn.to/3mxchwg

-LINK to Zipper: https://amzn.to/3oESLk3

-LINK to Zipper Presser Foot: https://amzn.to/3afmI1C

-LINK to Edge Presser Foot (domestic machine): https://amzn.to/3wCxWqf

-LINK to Spray Adhesive: https://amzn.to/3acHf79

-LINK to Sewing machine Singer 4423: https://goo.gl/33eHF8

Main Fabric: 2 yards (canvas, denim, twill)

Lining: 2 yards (cotton)

Vinyl/leather: 20x4IN (2)

Zipper: 22IN (1)

Printable Sewing Pattern

• Download pattern.
• Print pattern.
• Tape pattern together alphanumerically from left to right, top to bottom.
• Choose garment size.
• Cut out pattern.

After cutting you should end up with.

• Zipper end panel - 2
• Main side pocket panel - 2
• Bottom panel - 1 outer layer and 1 lining
• Side panel - 2 outer layer and 2 lining
• Strap A, and B - 2 of each
• Main Panel - 2 outer layer 2 lining

-Mark the guides indicated on pattern

-This will help line up pocket and straps.

-Fold top edge on guide line (about .5 inch)

-Fold over twice hiding raw edge.

-Iron edge after folding.

-Repeat process for other pocket panel.

-Grab main panel and pocket panel.

-Using the marked guides. Place pocket between straps lining up the bottom edge.

-Sew as close as you can top the outside edge.

-Grab your zipper and main panel (1 outer layer and 1 lining)

-Place the right side of the zipper to the top edge of the main outer layer.

-Place the lining layer directly over zipper. Sandwiching zipper in between the 2 main layers.

-Using a zipper presser foot.

-Sew all layers together.

-Pull wrong sides of main panels together.

-Using edge presser foot.

-Top Stitch zipper edge.

-I recommend using matching color thread for best results.

-Repeat the previous steps for the other 2 main panels on on the opposite side of the zipper.

-Sandwich zipper in between panels.

-Sew together.

-Add top stitch along zipper edge.

-Fold zipper end panels on indicated marks.

-Iron for best results.

-Place folded zipper end on the outside edge covering zipper.

-Make sure the raw edges of the zipper end are pointing to the outside.

-Sew the top and bottom edge.

-Repeat for opposite side. BUT be sure to pull the zipper in before sewing.

-Grab both A and B strap panels

-Using the guides indicated on the pattern place the wrong sides of A and B together.

-It is easiest to use spray adhesive to keep panels lined up for sewing.

-Sew around outside edge of Strap Panel A.

-When the panels are sewn together.

-Trim excess fabric from strap panel B.

-Trim as close as you can to strap panel A.

-Grab complete straps.

-Place straps on marked guides on the main panel.

-Use spray adhesive so keep straps in position for sewing.

-Sew out side edge of strap up to zipper. This is indicated on the main panel.

-Repeat process for both straps.

-Grab bottom panel.

-Place the right sides together for bottom panel and bottom edge of main panel. This will be the opposite edge of the zipper.

-Sew at .25 inch seam allowance.

-Trim excess strap material after sewing.

-After sewing bottom edge.

-Move away from the main panel.

-Add top stitch.

-Repeat previous steps for opposite edge of bottom panel.

-Line up the opposite edge of bottom panel with the opposite main panel.

-Sew at .25 inch seam allowance.

-Trim excess strap material.

-Top stitch seam.

-Grab the lining bottom panel.

-Place right side of lining bottom panel to main panel.

-Sew at .25 inch seam allowance.

-Repeat for opposite edge of bottom panel and main panel.

-Grab the completed lining panels and place them on the inside of the outer layers.

-Grab all of the side panels.

-Mark the center of top and bottom.

-Place the wrong sides together for outer layer and lining.

-Line up to main panel edge.

-Top center should line up with zipper.

-Stitch at .25 inch seam allowance around entire edge.

-Snip the excess zipper sticking out of the side panel.

-We need to bias tape the side panel edge.

-This will clean up the edge and make for a more professional look.

1. Premade bias tape
2. Bias tape making kit
3. Bias tape binder.

-Premade bias tape can be bought at the craft store and it is a simple solution.

-Place the raw edge in between the bias tape and sew down.

-Bias tape is installed same as the premade.

-The kit allows you to make your own matching bias tape.

-You also get to pick the size and it comes with a presser foot for easy installation.

-Feed your bias tape strip through the feeder and iron on the opposite side.

-It is really that simple.

-Once bias tape is made. Install it on bag.

-This is my favorite option.

-It is the easiest because it eliminates the process of making the bias tape.

-Place bias strip into binder and sew directly onto the edge of bag.

-Flip the right sides out and you are finished!

Hope everyone enjoys this project! I will as post a detailed step by step video if you get stuck.

Thank you so much for checking out my sewing project!

-If you get confused about any step please feel free to watch the detailed instructional video :)