Tweed Pocket Satchel

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  Step 1

  Start off with a basic satchel.

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  Step 2

  Cut out the template and pin it to your fabric

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  Step 3

  Pick out some tweed or fabric you'd like to decorate it with.

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  Step 4

  Trace the shape of the pocket on to a piece of paper to make a template.

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  Step 5

  Cut out the fabric leaving a 1/2" margin around the outside.

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  Step 6

  Use a needle and thread to baste the edges over around the template.

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  Step 7

  Remove the paper template.

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  Step 8

  Sew around the outline with your sewing machine.

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  Step 9

  Unpick the basting stitches.

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  Step 10

  Stitch your label in place if you have one.

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  Step 11

  It's now time to attach the pocket to your bag.

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  Step 12

  Use fabric or leather glue to glue around the outline of your pocket

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  Step 13

  Place the tweed on top and clip around the edges with small pegs until the glue has dried.

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  Step 14

  Cut small x slits above where the buckles are and squeeze the buckles through.

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  Step 15

  Carefully cut away the shape of the buckles from the tweed.

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  Step 16

  Glue the tweed down around the buckles.

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  Step 17

  If you want to add your name to the bag, lay the flap flat on your desk.

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  Step 18

  Use an alphabet stencil to paint your initials in stamping ink on the bag.

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  Step 19

  Dust with embossing powder.

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  Step 20

  Shake off any excess dust before heating each letter with a heat gun.

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  Step 21

  You're all done!

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