The Lil' Leah Full Tutorial

The Lil' Leah is a smaller version of the original Leah tote bag. There are two sizes available, the Skinny and the Minnie, both are included in the pattern. You can purchase a copy of the pattern with this link: https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/the-lil-leah

The faux leather is available with this link:
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/faux-crocodile-pink
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/faux-leather

The silver marking pen is from Springfield Leather:
https://www.springfieldleather.com/Pen-Silver-Ball-Point

The Zoid craft knife and OES turning tool can be purchased with this link:
https://www.simplyclassic.net/tools-notions

The hardware and cording can be purchased with this link:
https://www.simplyclassic.net/shop

The hemostats that I use to aid in sewing the curves can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/Fishing-Straight-Hemostat-Forceps-Stainless/dp/B088PBNSWR/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=hemostats&qid=1693418800&sr=8-3

The glue is Beacon Fabri-tac:
https://www.amazon.com/Beacon-Fabri-Tac-Permanent-Adhesive-Bottle/dp/B00A459606/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3IENX78U1IEKG&keywords=beacon%2Bfabri-tac&qid=1693418861&sprefix=beacon%2Bfab%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-2&th=1

The glue spreader is from Buckleguy:
https://www.buckleguy.com/plastic-glue-spreader-pack-of-6/

I get my bag tags from an Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MetalThingsArt?ref=l2-about-shopname

Be sure to join the Simply Classic Inspiration Group for inspiring bag ideas, we have a fantastic community of folks!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/simplyclassic

Enjoy and Happy Sewing!
Chris

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
00:00 Introduction
04:27 Pattern Pieces
09:53 Step 1: Crossbody Strap Construction
22:52 Step 2: Gusset Construction
35:45 Step 3: Exterior Construction
1:21:28 Step 4: Zipper Placket Construction
1:39:15 Step 5: Lining Construction
2:30:00 Step 6: Finishing
2:38:12 Final Thoughts