https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/handmade-leather-tote-bag-slash-handbag • Posted by AG
I made this leather tote bag recently, it spent me around a month to finish, starting from the bag pattern development and design, sourcing, all the stuff. I am happy with the result though there's room for improvement. Hope you enjoy my sharing and stay tune for more updates. cheers// AG More details on:: https://bladeofthoughts.wordpress.com/2016/01/10/handmadeleathertotebag/
I made this leather tote bag recently, it spent me around a month to finish, starting from the bag pattern development and design, sourcing, all the stuff. I am happy with the result though there's room for improvement. Hope you enjoy my sharing and stay tune for more updates. cheers// AG More details on:: https://bladeofthoughts.wordpress.com/2016/01/10/handmadeleathertotebag/
First of all, cut out 2 piece of rectangular leather as bag body. 1 rectangular piece for bottom. 2 pieces for handle, 4 pieces white leather for side trim. and 4 buckle connection trim, with one strip and one tape for opening. https://bladeofthoughts.wordpress.com/2016/01/10/handmadeleathertotebag/
Then, start with handstitching the bottom part with body part
After finishing the bottom, handstitch the side by placing white strip on its top and bottom (which is 3 layers more secure and give it extra support./ it is optional for the white strip, you can simply cross stitch two sides of nude leather)
Buckle part(inner view) i added a piece of leather for each buckle piece for extra strengthen
Handle strap inside placed a cotton rope, I covered the ends with a small piece of fabric. before sewing up the handle
After attaching all parts onto the bag, it looks like this. hope you enjoy and get some cute ideas for your next handmade project.