How to sew a leather bag

For many decades leather handbags are among the most stylish women's accessories. However, it is not always the choice presented in the Windows of shops that can satisfy demanding tastes. Try to create a bagthat will embody a combination of uniqueness and taste.

You will need

• templates for the pattern;
• leather;
• - pins;
• - Mel;
• - threads;
• glue;
• - accessories.

Instruction

1. Make a model of the future bags. For starters, you can try to sew a simple model consisting of 2 sides and a handle. If this option seems boring, make a handbag shape oval or Crescent.
2. Draw 4 identical patterns on thick cardboard (2 for lining, 2 for outer side). Draw the bottom of the bag. Make pattern handles and pockets. Carefully cut out the templates.
3. Baste patterns to the skin with pins and chalk circle, add 1 cm for seam allowance. Then cut the details. Sew the lining and skin of all the elements on three sides, insert a cardboard strip and carefully sewn to the neckline. For making leather bags need to use a silk thread or fishing line.
4. Glue the details in place for future joints, it will strengthen the structure. To ease the process of flashing, cover the edges of the bags with soap. If the seams are too thick, whisk them with a hammer, which you need to wrap a cloth. Sew to the bag zipper and clasp.
5. Sew the handle. Fold the fabric edges inward and sew large stitches but you can stitch the detail on the inside, and then twist it on the front.
6. Connect the detail with the bag or staple through the large rings that will give the product a more stylish look. If you don't want to use fittings, sew the handle to the inside of the product, outside or diagonally from one side cover to the other.
7. Decorate the bag. This can be done with additional sutures strung with thread beading. Make a drawing with rhinestones, using a special gun or heat them with the iron and moving the fabric with a tweezers. Wrap the handle with tape if it does not violate the overall style of the product.