burda purse

Just downloaded, but the instructions only have the headlines and no description... anyone else has this problem? Don't think it's hard to figure out how to make it, but I like to be sure :)

Here are the instructions - not really clear to me but maybe they will make more sense when you are actually working on it.

Notes: A cute handbag that can be done in under 30 minutes! Awesome for using up leftover fabric from other projects. Can be styled to fit almost any occasion and style.

Recommended Materials: Any material can work, as long as it's not too thin.

Amount of Fabrics: 40 cm (16") fabric, 25 cm (10") lining

Print pattern here.

Cut pattern pieces as indicated on the pattern. 1 cm (about 1/4") seam allowance is included - you can also work with presser foot width, won’t make a big difference.

Clip the pleat marking with a pair of scissors, but only about 3 mm (just a titch) deep.

Pin or baste the pleats on all pattern pieces (refer to picture) – the first pleat marking will meet the center and the third pleat marking will go on the second. It’s up to you which pleat style you like more, folded on top or underneath.

Stitch side/bottom seam, leave open 10 cm (4") at the bottom in the lining.

Fold the fabric strips (dimensions are written on pattern piece) in half lengthwise and stitch the long and one of the short sides shut. Clip corners, turn inside out, press.

Pin or baste straps (with the open end at the top of the pattern piece) to the side seams and turn the lining, so you can pin it to the fabric bag right sides facing and stitch the top edge. Be careful to catch the straps, you might stitch a bit back and forth there to secure them.

Turn inside-out, press the top edge and if you like, topstitch the edge to make the lining stay put.

Close the lining bottom seam, embellish as you like and you’re done. :)

You are so good!!! Thanks..!!!

Welcome! (";)

I am so excited. I love this group. Now, I just have to pick fabric.