Meridias Crossbody Bag Sewing Tutorial by Country Cow Designs
Do you want to sew a cute little crossbody bag? This bag features a unique double flap design with a handy grab handle and beautiful curves.
Get the pattern here: https://countrycowdesigns.com/product/meridias-17
Also available in French
Blog post with full tester photos: https://countrycowdesigns.com/blog/38505/meridias
Hardware Kits: https://countrycowdesigns.com/product/meridias-hardware-99
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:39 - Step 1: Preparation
00:06:17 - Step 2: Straps
00:15:44 - Step 3: Flap Pocket
00:22:18 - Step 4: Flap & Back Panel
00:29:02 - Step 5: Exterior Construction
00:34:06 - Step 6: Lining Pocket
00:38:21 - Step 7: Lining Construction
00:41:44 - Step 8: Final Assembly
00:53:39 - Outro
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TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO (contains some affiliate links)
Janome HD9 Sewing Machine
Hump Jumper: https://amzn.to/3ZahzQK
Beacon Fabri-tac Glue:https://amzn.to/3jQtPpm
Double sided tape (DST): https://amzn.to/42AmlHF
Microtex needles (great for use with DST or glue): https://amzn.to/42zYXtZ
Disappearing ink pen: https://amzn.to/3WPfb07
Wonder Clips: https://amzn.to/3U9fvVD
Quilting Rulers: https://amzn.to/3GazONi
Pins: https://amzn.to/3GEDUi2
Handheld Hole Punch: https://amzn.to/43z7mPH
Awl: https://amzn.to/3QjdSnC
Rivet Template: https://kallosphere.co.uk/collections/bag-making/products/acrylic-rivet-placement-template-up-to-4
Pinking shears: https://amzn.to/3ZwMVSi
Small scissors: https://amzn.to/3t5wkIV
Turning tool: https://amzn.to/48vWzsb
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MATERIALS USED TO MAKE THIS BAG (contains some affiliate links)
Zip Tape - https://countrycowdesigns.com/shop/zipper-tape/
Zip Pulls - https://countrycowdesigns.com/shop/zip-pulls/
Hardware kit - https://countrycowdesigns.com/product/meridias-hardware
Navy floral Water Resistant Cotton Canvas (available from late October 2023): https://countrycowdesigns.com/shop/fabrics/
Cork fabric: https://mbcork.com/en-gb/collections/cork-fabric-1/products/natural-cork-fabric-cof-180-c
Lining fabric is one I picked up from a local sewing shop.
G700 medium weight woven interfacing used on the lining fabric: https://www.vlieseline.com/Products/Woven-Interlinings/G-700
F220 light weight non-woven interfacing used on the feature fabric: https://www.vlieseline.com/Products/Fusible-Interlinings/F-220
Style-vil foam stabiliser used on the gusset and main panels for structure: https://www.vlieseline.com/Products/Creative-Range/Style-Vil
Decovil Light stabiliser used on the flap for stability: https://www.vlieseline.com/Products/Creative-Range/Decovil-I-Light
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RELATED VIDEOS & BLOG POSTS:
Video for assembling paper pattern pieces: https://youtu.be/ASgHAhqvxQk
Video about choosing my sewing machine: https://youtu.be/u69nBHJUQMc
More about this pattern: https://countrycowdesigns.com/blog/38505/meridias
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SAFETY In this video I use various tools and equipment. Please ensure you only attempt this at home if you are experienced at using the tools and have read and followed the necessary safety instructions provided by the manufacturer of each tool. This video is a very quick overview and I do not cover the full safety precautions in this video. Carry it out at your own risk. I cannot be held accountable for injuries or mistakes made when following this tutorial.