Sew your own collection of beautiful bags with 18 step-by-step projects for all abilities
Whether you're a beginner crafter or experienced maker, this book will help you build on your skill level as you learn to make a range of bags from a simple drawstring tote to a stylish colour-block rucksack.
As you work your way through the 18 projects, you'll learn how to create interesting shapes (such as a cubed bag or round bucket bag), work with different fabrics (cotton, canvas, linen and more) and discover how to work in zips, poppers, pockets, straps and other add-ons.
Step-by-step guidance, plus a wealth of tips and tricks, mean you'll always feel confident in developing your technique, while modern designs and design-focussed details will inspire you to get creative with your makes.
Bags is the ideal book for those looking to expand on their sewing skills, create beautiful, lasting additions to their wardrobe or make impressive and covetable gifts for friends and family.
Anna Alicia is a designer-maker and craft-writer living in East London. Anna's label A Alicia, founded in 2008, offers an ever-evolving collection of handmade textile and ceramic jewellery, bags and homeware. Anna writes regularly for craft magazines and has contributed to several craft books including Mollie Makes, Simply Sewing, Frankie magazine, In The Moment and Caboodle. Her first book, Make it Your Own (2013) was published by Hardie Grant.
'Alicia offers many options that can be created quickly, dubbed "quick makes." Each project has a skill-level rating, keeping fledgling crafters from getting in over their heads. Laden with gorgeous color photography and easy-to-follow templates, Alicia's book will tempt many crafters into replicating her designs - and adding their own twists.' - Publishers Weekly
'Alicia offers many options that can be created quickly, dubbed "quick makes." Each project has a skill-level rating, keeping fledgling crafters from getting in over their heads. Laden with gorgeous color photography and easy-to-follow templates, Alicia's book will tempt many crafters into replicating her designs - and adding their own twists.' - Publishers Weekly -- -