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Padded shoulder strap

Make a padded shoulder strap for your handbag

Handbag strap digging in? That’s really uncomfortable. Make a padded shoulder strap and relieve the pressure so it’s comfortable to carry your purse.

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials

Cleaning an Iron Without Chemicals is Easy

Start your next sewing project with a clean iron. Get rid of mineral deposits and adhesives without using chemical cleaners.

Filed Under: Sewing Preparation Tagged With: Bags, Fabric Pressing, Press Fabric, sewing

Attach a Magnetic Fastener to Your Bag

Learn the basics of attaching magnetic snaps to handbags and purses. You might think of it as tricky but it’s a snap!

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials

Fabric Pressing Secrets for Handbag Sewing

Press your fabric before you begin, and press your seams as you make your handbag to get that professional, polished look for your finished bag. This video shows you the techniques and tips that will give you a finished bag you’ll be proud to carry.

Filed Under: Sewing Preparation, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Bags Fabric, Fabric Press, Fabric Pressing, Finishing, Handbag, Handbags Sew, Ironing, Press Fabric, Seams

Strap for handbag

How to Attach a Slider (Strap Buckle) to your Bag Strap

Sliders or Strap Buckles are used when you need an adjustable bag strap for purses, cross body bags, back packs, and more, and they make using any bag far more convenient.

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Adjustable Straps, Bag Strap, Bags, Cross Body Bags, Handbag, Messenger Bag, Ring, Slide And Hook, Slider Straps, Strap

Fabric Preparation

Fabric preparation affects the amount of fabric you’ll need and determines how you’ll wash your bag after it’s complete. Here are some tips.

Filed Under: Sewing Preparation Tagged With: make a purse, making handbags, sewing

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