Here’s a summarized step-by-step guide for the sewing process:
Materials:
- Upper: Linen fabric with a pattern – 40*12cm – 1 sheet
- Basic linen fabric of dark blue color – 40*25cm – 1 pc.
- Lining: Cotton fabric quilted in a cage – 40*35cm – 1 pc.
- Adhesive Cotton (2~4 oz): 40*35 cm – 1 sheet
- Cover fabric: Brown linen fabric – 30*25cm – 2 sheets
- Different pieces of fabric for different pockets
- Additional materials: Various labels, felt paper, leather strap, 2 snap buttons, 1 wooden button, lace, 2 mini cat’s eye buttons, loop and loop mechanism, 2 20cm elastic bands, etc.
Bag Sewing Process:
1. Sewing the Outer Cover:
a. Draw a cat motif on thick paper, cut it out, and transfer it to adhesive cotton. b. Place the pattern on the fabric, trace the finished line, and cut with a 1 cm seam allowance. c. Attach the adhesive cotton to the lining using an iron. d. Fold the outer fabric face to face and stitch along the finished line. e. Sew the outer fabric and lining together with the sides facing each other, leaving a hole for the window. f. Trim seam allowances, then stitch around the entire circumference 0.3 cm from the finished stitch.
2. Making the Lining:
a. Cut the outer fabric and lining to fit the bag. b. Cut various pockets and labels from different fabrics. c. Treat one side with an overlock or double seam. d. Fold the center of the bag based on the fold line. e. Arrange pockets and labels according to preference, then sew them on. f. Attach the finished lining to the base and fix it.
3. Finishing Touches:
a. Attach elastic bands to the base, considering the size of the sewing coil. b. Fasten a button and lace to create a clasp. c. Use mini buttons or embroidery threads to depict cat’s eyes and mouth. d. Attach a snap button to the bag lid. e. Attach eyelets in appropriate places on the lid. f. Attach the leather strap to finish.
Enjoy your sewing and organizing with this adorable cat-themed purse bag organizer!
