FABRIC, INTERFACING & STABILIZERS

EXTERIOR FABRIC
1 yard (100 cm) Approx

LINING FABRIC
1 yard (100 cm) Approx

INTERFACING
2  yards (200 cm) Approx. Lightweight woven fusible interfacing (Sew Woven or Pellon ShapeFlex SF101)

STABILIZER
4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) light weight stabilizer such as Decovil Light to reinforce fabric behind grommets

HARDWARE & ZIPPERS

15" (38.1 cm) #5 zipper tape for main zipper closure + (1 Zipper Pull)

8.5” (21.5 cm) #5 or #3 zipper tape for lining zipper pocket+ (1 Zipper Pull)

(2) 1" (25 mm) Snap Hooks

(2) 28mm approx. inner diameter Gate Rings

(4) 13.5mm inner diameter approx. Grommets

2 Rivets (or Chicago Screws)
• 6-7mm for thinner fabrics or
• 8-9mm for thicker fabrics

(2) 1” (25mm) Strap Ends (Optional)

(1) 11mm Zipper End (optional)

(1) Handmade Bag Charm (optional)

(1) Handmade Bag Tag (optional)

(1) Tassel Cap (optional)

10-20 beads with a hole diameter of approximately 3-4mm to add to your tassel (optional)

TOOLS

Double-sided tape
Rotary cutter or scissors, pinking shears
Punch Cutter (punch size will depend on size of grommets you’re using (optional)
Hole Punch or Japanese Hold Punch
Removable marking pen
Screwdriver
Rivet setter tool or rivet press and corresponding dies
Loctite or E6000 Glue
Grid Ruler
Cutting Mat

Sew Yours Team

Hannah, Melissa, Sharon, Angela

Our Mission

At Sew Yours, our mission is to provide bag makers with exclusive sewing patterns, high-quality hardware, and premium supplies that inspire creativity and craftsmanship. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring every maker has the tools and support needed to bring their unique creations to life.

Melissa

Sew Yours, founded by Melissa, a pattern designer fueled by passion and over twenty years of self-taught experience, Sew Yours is more than just a brand - it's a community where imagination turns into reality. With each handbag she designs, Melissa infuses her love for functional bag-making, ensuring every creation is not only stylish but also practical for daily use.

Hannah

Meet Hannah, our phenomenal Retail Manager at Sew Yours. Her impeccable organization skills and dedication play a pivotal role in our day-to-day operations. Thanks to Hannah, our inventory stays up-to-date and our orders ship out on time and accurately, ensuring a smooth experience for our growing family of bag makers.

Angela

April 2024 marked a milestone for us with the opening of our first brick-and-mortar store, and with it, we were lucky to welcome Angela to our team. Angela’s radiant energy and deep understanding of bag-making and quilting make her the perfect guide for anyone stepping into our world, whether online or in-person. Her goal? To make your journey from picking the right pattern to completing your dream bag as joyful and effortless as possible.

Sharon

That same exciting April, Sharon joined our Sew Yours family. With her extensive expertise in bag-making, Sharon has become the go-to person for crafters seeking advice or inspiration. Her dedication to customer service and her eye for quality materials ensure that your bag-making experience is nothing short of excellent.