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Expert bag maker and pattern designer, Nicole Mallalieu, shares an array of unique tips and tricks to construct your new favorite weekend-away bag. Featuring copious straps, clasps, and pockets, this roomy bag can be customized using a combination of your favorite fabrics. Although it is highly detailed and includes many steps, Nicole’s expert knowledge and extensive teaching experience will give sewists the confidence to make this skill-building bag step by step.
 

• Block fuse and cut fabric accurately and efficiently
• Make and attach a four-fold bag strap
• Make and insert an outside zipper pocket to a bag
• Attach O-rings and snap hooks to a four-fold strap
• Make and insert bag lining with custom-sized slot pockets
• Make a steady bag base and insert purse feet
• Insert a zipper closure to the top of a bag
• Make and attach an adjustable four-fold shoulder strap using a slider

What You’ll Get:

• Step-by-step expert instruction on making a weekend-away bag
• 7 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
• Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF with pattern pieces ($16 value)
• The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students