DIY bag

One of the most indispensable accessories for a woman of any age is a bag - after all, there are things in it that can’t go out onto the street — documents, makeup, work, and more. In addition to functionality, the bag should fit the chosen clothes, complement the look and be beautiful. It sometimes happens that it is difficult to find a suitable model in stores, but there is a solution - to make a bag with your own hands, which will also be a reflection of the inner world.

It’s not difficult to create a handbag today, because we have selected patterns of any complexity. This will allow you to pamper yourself with a new accessory for a girl with any level of cutting and sewing skills.

Consider the most interesting options for existing patterns.

It is so named because this knot is a way of closing and carrying a bag. Its pattern is simple: one part is the side (the main part of the bag, in which things will lie, and two handles, one shorter than the other) and a round bottom-base. You can sew a model without foundation - it depends on individual preferences.

Its pattern itself is quite simple, but here you need to be especially careful when connecting the valve to the main part of the bag and inserting the button so that it closes neatly. For such a bag, you will also need to sew a lining (it is easily sewn to the main edge of the bag - even better if the lining includes a pocket - you can safely store a mobile phone, keys or documents in it).

An original solution that is best worn in the summer and which will undoubtedly please children. It is done by stitching the front and back of the “owl,” that is, completely repeating the shape of the bird, or using fabric applique, the pattern of which is simple - the parts are sequentially sewn one on top of the other.

Such an application can be on the flap of a postman bag, for example, or be a pattern of any existing bag (if the styles match, of course - on an expensive leather model such an application would hardly look appropriate).

For beginners, there is another convenient solution - to open an old bag that you liked, but with which you can’t go out, measure all the parameters of its pattern and alter it from another material, thus giving it a second life.

In the manufacture of hand-made bags, the choice of material is almost unlimited, here two parameters are taken into account:

• durability (this is the most important thing, it is usually assumed that the bag will be worn for a long time, and not once);
• the convenience of working with the material (it may happen that the material itself is good, but it does not fit either a specific pattern or for bags as a whole).

Consider the most common types of fabrics and other materials encountered in master classes.

"Leader" are bags made from various types of fabric. They can be of various densities, structures, colors - in textile stores there is a huge wealth of choice. You can choose material not only new, but also find fabric flaps at home.

Patchwork is a fashion trend that has not bypassed accessories such as bags.

The second most popular material for sewing. Its advantage is that it requires minimal work on the edges so that they do not sprinkle. The patterns for such material are very different, and the finished bags look pretty rich for models made by hand.

Bags made of such materials can be worn even in winter. What can look better in winter than fur? It can be sewn onto a ready-made model (made of suede, for example), or it can be the main material of which the entire outer part of the bag consists (do not forget about the lining).

You can also make a key chain for a bag from fur - such options often flash on shows of new collections.

In addition to the usual materials that are taken for the manufacture of bags, there are also such unusual options as, for example, models from plastic bottles. The material is prepared by cutting off the neck and bottom of the bottles and placing them under the press for straightening. Then, depending on the selected pattern, pieces of the right size are sewn with polypropylene yarns for strength.

An even more extraordinary option is to use garbage packages.Yes, the most ordinary garbage bags, or any other plastic bags. Stripes are cut out of them, which are then turned into crochet material.

Canvas bags, or from burlap, as they are also called, are a more familiar option for the eyes. Despite the fact that the fabric itself is rather rough, with the right tailoring and use of decorative elements, such bags look very feminine and will suit a wide variety of looks. The plus is their strength.

Such an abundance of materials allows you to individually choose what is suitable for sewing a future bag, depending on its future function, choice of cut, amount of time and financial possibilities.

Having chosen the appropriate material, we proceed to the choice of the shape of the product. Of course, she is also limited only by the imagination of the needlewoman and her abilities - these can be the forms of various animals (if the bag is sewn for children) or, for example, a musical instrument (violin) and many others. But such models are not always possible to wear every day, regardless of the season, so you should pay attention to more restrained options so that the bag is not only beautiful, but also practical.

The easiest bag to pattern is a round bag. It does not require a bottom and sometimes even sides, and the sewing process consists of stitching two symmetrical halves with the subsequent addition of handles, clasps and various ornaments and ornaments. It is suitable for those who do not like to take a lot of things, because due to the lack of a bottom a lot will not fit there.

Square and rectangular bags are one of the most common options. This bag can be of any size and is perfect for daily use. It consists of a base, front and back, two sides, handles, clasps and, if desired, jewelry.

A more unusual, but almost everywhere relevant option is a trapeze bag. It differs from square and rectangular shapes in that it narrows from the base to the top or expands. Trapezoidal bags are actual solutions for the coming season, and the fact that they are easy to implement will allow you to be in the mainstream of fashion without unnecessary costs and the acquisition of a large number of professional skills.

Choosing the shape of the bag, focus on personal preferences and the conditions in which it will be used - work, going to the store, walking with children - so it will please you for a long time.

So we came to consider the phased sewing of different models of bags.

Very comfortable model. It is perfect for those who need hands free, but everything you need is at hand - for example, so that nothing would interfere when shopping at the store, playing street games with a child or walking with a dog. Waist bags are another fashion trend of the current season.

To carry out such a handbag, a lot of material and complex patterns will not be required - it is made of two pieces of fabric sewn together, which are then folded, as shown in the photo, and stitched.

A clasp bag is a stylish solution; if you choose the right option and size, it can become an elegant evening bag.

Pay attention to the peculiarity of the pattern - it is adjusted to the already acquired clasp - its length must completely match the width of the bag, accuracy in measurements is important here.

For more information on how to sew a handbag with a fur-pot yourself, you can learn from the following video:

Bags in a marine style are the best suited for a warm summer and travel to distant lands. This style came a long time ago from the UK - a country famous for maritime trade, and since then has taken a strong position in the list of perpetual trends.

Let us consider in more detail the manufacture of a model from fabrics of sea flowers, rope and other attributes of the sea.

For the manufacture we need two types of fabric: jeans and stripes. And also a pattern, a non-woven fabric and sewing accessories.

We attach patterns to them and cut them with an allowance around the edge.

To keep the bag in good shape, it is better to use a cotton lining in addition. Next, you need to dock all the parts of the bag into a single whole.

We form the bottom of the bag. To do this, we align the middle of the day with a side seam, fix it with threads and flash it on a typewriter.

After that, we turn out the bag and sew the pocket.

Lining manufactured in the same way as the inside. With one exception - it will be located inside pocket

Next, you need to carve out the second part of the bag, connect with the first and flash them on a typewriter

Insert the lining in the bag and align it at the side seams. Then we turn out, sweep and flash on the typewriter. and make handles for the bag. As a result, it remains only to sew a button for the inner compartment, insert the handles and decorate.

The zipper is very convenient, as it will not allow the contents of the bag to get wet and will provide reliable protection. Making a bag with such a clasp is not a very simple matter, but detailed instructions for making a bag from a pattern to inserting a zipper will help to deal with all issues.

• Step 1 - modeling and cutting bags. Cut out with an allowance of 0.7 and glue doubler, non-woven. After we grind two external parts and iron the seams.
• Step 2 - Shaping for the zipper. In this model, its width is 4 cm, but you can choose absolutely any size to your taste.
• Step 3 - Lining. Its width will be equal to the width of the outer part, but the length increases by the height of the grind and 1 cm per seam.

• Step 4 - grind the outside. We sew the side seams and make corners so that the bottom of the bag has a shape.
• Step 5 - Lightning. Mark the middle and lay 3 cm in each direction. 2.5 cm should be set aside from the side sections.

• Step 6 - sharpen the lining to the lining

• Step 7 - sew the handles and collect all the details of the bag

Having learned how zipper is sewn, you can begin to create a travel bag - a travel bag. The pattern for her is very simple, the bag consists of a front and a back, two side parts, a base, handles and fasteners. Everything will work out even for beginners - you just need to transfer all the details to the fabric, cut and flash.

For those who do not know what to do with a lot of shreds of fabric, but cannot throw them away, there is an excellent solution - to make a bag out of these shreds. It is not inferior in strength to a bag made of solid fabric, and such a design will definitely not be seen anywhere else. The patches can be either standard square or rectangular, as well as triangular, trapezoidal, rhombuses and even thin stripes sewn together and forming vertical or horizontal lines.

Such a handbag can be made in two variations. The first is the simplest.

The second option is a bit more complicated, but the detailed instructions will help to cope with it without much difficulty.

A bag made of burlap quite firmly entered the fashion trends of the coming summer, and it is no coincidence that the material is cheap and durable, with the right finish and decoration it looks very interesting. It is suitable for making bags of any shape and size; postal bags from such a fabric look spectacular. It is this material that allows you to show maximum imagination when creating decorative elements - stripes, lettering, fringe, appliqués from fabric or ethnic prints - everything will look great.

About how to sew an interesting bag from a burlap with your own hands - in the next video.

Torbas are one of the simplest bags that are most used for household purposes - when shopping, they replace a regular bag. But, if you choose the right material and additional design, you can get a simple stylish bag that is suitable not only for the store and cottage, but also for a wide variety of missions.

It is made from a single piece of fabric, which, if necessary, is reinforced with non-woven fabric or other fabric, to give density - so that it can hold its shape. Sewing such a bag yourself is very simple, it will not take much time and it will be a pleasure - you can easily see this, you just have to try:

• we make blanks for application from scraps of fabric;
• we process the edges of the future bag;
• outline and stitch the side seams;

• make a lapel on the top edge;
• we form the bottom of the bag;

• Step 6 - sew the pens.

A very practical option for mothers whose children will soon go to first grade or are already going to school - tie a shoe bag on their own. It is made very simply - a round bottom, and then the entire side part is knitted in a circle. You can even let the child tie or sew such a handbag herself (if it's a girl) or entrust the cutting of appliqués for jewelry.

The gum and pattern fit in the pattern:

Knitting starts with 80 loops that are evenly distributed over 4 knitting needles. To the required length, the pattern is knitted with the front surface, after which the color changes and the elastic is knitted.

There are a lot of ideas for embroidering hand-made bags on the Internet - girls share them on their websites, in online magazines on needlework, in blogs, on personal pages on social networks. There are both photo and video tutorials with step-by-step explanations, and there is no doubt that an inexpensive and beautiful bag will definitely work.

Let us dwell on macram bags. They look very airy and elegant and perfectly refresh the summer look, their only slight drawback is that they can only be worn in summer, and better in sunny weather - they are not suitable for rain. However, this does not in the least reduce the number of workshops and lessons on making such bags. They combine an amusing pastime that gives a useful result - adults will be able to forget about their problems for a while, and children will be helped to develop fine motor skills of their fingers.

Schemes and weaving macrame patterns for beginners can be seen in the following video:

Manual labor cannot be done mechanically - it requires inspiration. Whether it’s cooking, cleaning, knitting or embroidery - without a good mood and ideas it is impossible to create a beautiful and healthy thing, prepare delicious food or clean the house.

To be inspired to embroider bags with your own hands, look at a selection of beautiful models for all occasions, using different methods of sewing and weaving:

• Handmade items often carry an ethnic touch.So, from an ordinary bag-bag made of black fabric, with the addition of fringe, multi-colored patterns and leather ribbons, an accessory in the Bavarian (Tyrolean) national style is obtained.

By the way, such brushes are very easy to make yourself.

• Woolen things look very beautiful in combination with each other - for example, a knitted sweater and a small bag for it. This model, made in pale pink, will make the image airy and at the same time homely.

• "Owl style" is unusually popular today - cute creatures settled on pillows, blankets, t-shirts, jeans and, of course, fashion purses.

They are embroidered quite simply and can either complement the existing model, or be the basis of a new, unique handmade bag. Here are some diagrams and examples of successful work:

There are a lot of ideas for bags, a lot of pictures, instructions, tips are offered on any topic, and also reviews of girls who have already tried to repeat the master class are presented. It is enough to determine the approximate direction in style and the purpose of the future accessory - and each, of course, will be able to create the “same” bag, the one and only.