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The Magic Pattern Book
The F family of patterns transitions (ahem) seamlessly from hat to
handbag. The bag is created with four fabrics (here, in velvet and three shades of silk dupioni), all accented with a contrasting binding. For an unencumbered night out, this bag is the ideal accessory: The extra-long, narrow strap allows for hands-free, cross-body wearing.
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS OF FINISHED BAG
221/2" circumference at widest point; 141/2" tall from bottom point of bag to upper edge when straightened
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- 104926_2F2014-10-15-180850-Francesca_Pattern+w+Instructions.pdf 3.97 MB [ Download ]
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You Will Need
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Step 1
From fabric 1, pin and cut six F1/F4/F6 Crown/Base pieces on the F1 cutting line. From fabric 2, pin and cut six F1/
F4 Crown pieces, also on the F1 cutting line, and two F6 Body pieces. From
fabric 3, pin and cut two F6 Body pieces. From fabric 4, cut a 24" × 11⁄2" strip on
the bias for the binding. Cut a 48" × 2" strip on the bias for the strap. Cut two 26" × 11⁄2" strips on the bias for the drawstrings (these may be pieced if necessary to form this length). -
Step 6
Find the center of the lower edge
of the Body pieces (both outer and lining) and mark with a single notch. See
illustration below. Apply the interfacing
to the wrong side of the two Body pieces cut from fabric 3. Using chalk, transfer the dots from the pattern to the wrong side of the fabric pieces. With right sides together, pin and stitch the double-notched edges
of these two Body pieces in a 1⁄2" seam, leaving the space between the dots open. Press open the seam allowances. -
Step 9
Repeat Step 2 for the six Crown pieces cut from fabric 2, which will form the lining of the bag bottom.
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Step 12
Repeat Step 6 for the lining.
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Step 18
With the bag wrong side out, straighten the bag and the lining,
aligning the seams as much as possible. Pin the bag and the lining together around the casing. Using thread to match the outer bag and beginning at one side seam, stitch along the upper casing line. Stitch around the lower casing line. Turn the bag right side out. -
Step 20
From the right side, pull a drawstring through the casing opening on one side of the bag using an attached safety pin. When you reach the same opening, pull the drawstring out and align the cut ends. The casing is open on the inside just to help you guide the drawstrings. These will be stitched closed at the end.
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Step 23
If necessary, stitch the bias sections together to attain the 48" length for the strap. With right sides together, pin on the diagonal and stitch a 1⁄4" seam. Press open the seam allowances.
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Step 24
When required length is attained, with wrong sides together, lightly press the bias strap piece in half lengthwise. Fold the outer edges in to meet the center crease and press it in half again. Cut a narrow strip of sew-in interfacing the length of the strap. Slide it into the crease. You can use more than one piece if necessary to cover the entire length. Fold the strap over the interfacing and pin. Stitch close to the outer folds. Cut the short ends straight across and press under 1⁄2".
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Step 26
Pull the knots straight out from the bag simultaneously to cinch the bag closed. Place your hands in the upper bag and push outward to open.
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Step 27
Leave the top of the bag up or fold over the casing to reveal the contrasting lining.