Making Vinyl Straps For Bag

Feel free to use this pattern with any fabric though home dec weights will work best.

Making vinyl straps for bag.

I thought that sharing my technique would be extremely helpful as i get so many questions about sewing with faux leather. Cut out 2 each of the outer top the outer pocket outer flap and strap loops. Find everything you need for bag making with purse making supplies at joann s. If you ve been a bit nervous about trying to sew bags with vinyl or pleather straps and bodies check out this tutorial from cheryl of paradiso designs she shares loads of tips and tricks and information on all the tools you need to successfully complete a bag project with vinyl straps.

Because this was a new challenge for me i made some mistakes and learned some lessons along the way which i ll. The more you work with vinyl and leather the easier it gets. Try out your new leather straps using this easy tote bag tutorial. Figure out how wide you.

Bags are one of my favorite things to make but i d never worked with vinyl before. This bag is nice and roomy. In one of my latest patterns the zinnia bag i provide instructions on how to sew faux leather straps. I have an issue with the bulk that you get when making the purse strap tabs that connect with the d ring or o ring.

You don t have to use vinyl. I decided to conquer my fears and give it a try. These instructions can be adjusted for any size strap. I m using nassimi persuasion vinyl which is 28 ounces per square yard.

It s best to get a sample fold it in half. Trace pattern pieces onto the vinyl. These instructions also work on leather and vinyl. Here are the instructions for the purse straps made out of faux leather.

I sometimes use quilting fabrics for the body of the bag with vinyl or leather at the base of the bag so i like to use the leather or vinyl for the strap tabs and the straps. Create custom handbags with purse handles handbag hardware and patterns.