Bag Making Techniques For Beginners And Beyond

Susan Dunlop of SusieDDesigns(R), and author of bag-making book Style and Swing, brings you this comprehensive new sewing guide to get you designing and creating the best bags ever! There are so many different styles of bags; the possibilities of creating a unique accessory are endless. Susan shares her vast range of knowledge throughout the book, with plenty of useful tips along the way. The techniques covered will arm you with the knowledge to adapt ready-made patterns and to design your own bags from scratch! The book begins with lots of helpful advice on choosing fabrics, how to use stabilisers and which tools to use; the basic elements for making the best bags. If you've never made a bag before, start off by making the lined tote bag project. You'll then be able to work your way through the technique sections, learning about different construction methods and how to make more complex bags, by adding a range of bases, pockets, zips, handles, flaps, hardware and so on. Get ready to be inspired by Susan's enthusiasm and love of bag-making which you're sure to find infectious! The vast range of techniques, tips and know-how, which Susan shares in this book, will enable you to make fabulous bag designs you can be truly proud of!