Handmade Leather Tote Bag/ Handbag

Handmade leather tote bag/ handbag

Posted by AG

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I made this leather tote bag recently, it spent me around a month to finish, starting from the bag pattern development and design, sourcing, all the stuff. I am happy with the result though there's room for improvement. Hope you enjoy my sharing and stay tune for more updates.
cheers// AG

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https://bladeofthoughts.wordpress.com/2016/01/10/handmadeleathertotebag/

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You Will Need (8 things)

  • Faux Suede Fabric
  • Cotton Cloth
  • Waxed Thread
  • Zipper
  • Studs
  • D Ring(s)
  • Cotton Rope
  • Leather

Steps (6 steps, 7560 minutes)

  1. 1

    First of all, cut out 2 piece of rectangular leather as bag body.
    1 rectangular piece for bottom. 2 pieces for handle, 4 pieces white leather for side trim. and 4 buckle connection trim, with one strip and one tape for opening.

    https://bladeofthoughts.wordpress.com/2016/01/10/handmadeleathertotebag/

  2. 2

    Then, start with handstitching the bottom part with body part

  3. 3

    After finishing the bottom, handstitch the side by placing white strip on its top and bottom (which is 3 layers more secure and give it extra support./ it is optional for the white strip, you can simply cross stitch two sides of nude leather)

  4. 4

    Buckle part(inner view)
    i added a piece of leather for each buckle piece for extra strengthen

  5. 5

    Handle strap inside placed a cotton rope, I covered the ends with a small piece of fabric. before sewing up the handle

  6. 6

    After attaching all parts onto the bag, it looks like this.
    hope you enjoy and get some cute ideas for your next handmade project.