Diy Satchel Purse

Greetings on this incredibly rainy afternoon!

Today I've decided I'm going to make my own satchel type purse out of this tacky/chic fabric that resembles a carpet bag! 

Materials:

- approx 1/2 yard of fabric 

- a 12 inch zipper 

- sharp scissors

- a measuring tape/ruler 

- a sewing machine

- confidence! (you can do this!!!)

Step one: 

Measure a length of fabric that is 14" wide by 17" tall (doubled over, the crease is at the bottom, the opening is at the top). 

(Width)

(Height) 

Step two: 

Sew the zipper on (it helps to fold about 1/2 an inch under on the fabric so the seam looks clean)

Do one side at a time 

When you do the second side, make sure you leave the zipper most of the way open so it is easy to sew

Step three:

TURN INSIDE OUT

Lay bag flat and cut the bottom all the way, evenly. 

Then measure three inches from the bottom and three inches from the side and sew from those coordinates diagonally. 

Do this on both sides and then sew the bottom line. MAKE SURE you leave your zipper open so you can reverse it with no hassle. 

Once you flip it right side out it should look like this! 

I wish to do a thin (2cm) black leather cord for the strap, so I'll update this post when I find the perfect materials!! 

Happy crafting!  

Morgan