Autorentext

Lisa Lam is a London College of Fashion graduate and the founder and owner of U-Handbag.com - an online store specializing in bag-making supplies. She is a prolific bag designer and regular contributor to craft magazines. Lisa's blog is followed by thousands of crafters who admire both her passion and the quality of her bag-making advice, and you can also find her on Facebook, Twitter (@uhandbag) and Flickr. Lisa lives in Brighton, UK.

Klappentext

Offers bag-making projects. This title features 12 new bag designs and several accessories and variations, all designed to be both attractive and useful for busy bag-makers on the go. It also includes instructions to make bags of different sizes to suit every occasion, from purses and organisers to grocery bags and backpacks.

Zusammenfassung
From the author of the bestselling The Bag Making Bible comes an outstanding collection of 12 inspiring bags for you to make at home.

Inhalt

Introduction; Getting started; Basic Equipment; The Sewing Machine; Using Patterns; Modifying Patterns; Understanding Patterns; Fabric Types; Fabric Preparation and Cutting; Flush Zip Pocket; Top Edge Zip; Slimline Concealed Top Edge Zip; Magnetic Snaps; Open-End Straps; Closed-End Straps; Adjustable Straps; Bound Edges; Piped Edges; Inserting Linings. 1 The Geek-Chic iPad Case; 2 The Compact Groceries Totek; 3 The Access-All-Areas Pouch; 4 The Toddler-Friendly Backpack; 5 The Too Cool For School Satchel; 6 The All-Sorted Laundry Bag; 7 The Fashionista Baby Bag; 8 The Double Pannier Bicycle Bag; 9 The Pleated Purse-Frame Purse; 10 The 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack; 11 The Terrific Tri-Fold Wallet; 12 The Train-Style Vanity Case; Suppliers; Resources; Pattern Legend; About the Author/Acknowledgments; Index; Pull-Out Pattern Sheets (3).