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Автор: Choly Knight
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isbn: 9781607654629
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      About the Author

      Choly Knight is from Orlando, Florida. She has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted, and stitched everything in sight. She began sewing clothing in 1997 and has yet to put her sewing machine away. After studying studio art and earning a BA in English, she now enjoys trying to find numerous different ways to combine her passions for writing, fine art, and craft art. She created all of the designs, projects, and patterns that appear in this book. She focuses on handcrafted clothing, accessories, and other creations inspired by Japanese art, anime, and style, and specializes in cosplay (costume play) hats and hoodies. Find out more on her website: www.cholyknight.com.

      Contents

       INTRODUCTION

       GETTING STARTED

       CHAPTER 1: PRACTICAL BAGS

       Reusable Shopping Tote

       Laptop or Tablet Bag

       Insulated Lunch Bag

       Art & Craft Tote

       Mod Weekender Bag

       Duffel Bags: A Three-Piece Set

       CHAPTER 2: CASUAL BAGS

       Simple Shoulder Bag

       Patchwork Purse with Side Pockets

       Styled Shoulder Bag

       Sling Bag

       Expandable Retro Messenger Bag

       Pleated Evening Bag

       CHAPTER 3: QUIRKY BAGS

       Drawstring Bag

       Reversible Creature Bag

       Customizable Crossbody Bag

       The Roundabout Purse

       Hatbox Purse

       Embellished Briefcase or Satchel

       INDEX

      For a printable PDF of the patterns used in this book, please contact Fox Chapel Publishing at [email protected], with 9781574214222 and Sewing Stylish Handbags & Totes in the subject line.

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      Stitch Your Way to Style!

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       Add unique appliqué pieces.

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       Learn to work with hardware like rings, buckles, eyelets, and more.

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       Learn to install zippers for purse closures and pockets.

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       Take advantage of different varieties of fabrics to get the look you want.

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       Build a basic sewing tool kit.

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       Understand the basic stitches.

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       Fuse plastic to create your own sewable fabric.

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       Add stenciling for a custom touch.

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       Sew on any kind of pocket you want.

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       Create custom embellishments.

      Introduction

      I am a self-professed bag-o-phile, bag-o-holic, bag-a-maniac, or whatever else you want to call it! I’m sure if you’ve picked up this book, you might be the same way. I myself prefer utility-type bags—sling