Turn your fabric upside down, measure and mark where you are going to cut. .
It will get easier with each piece you sew. Press, (if youre using faux leather, make sure you press from the wrong side) then topstitch along each side of the seams. You can watch my video about using Edge Kote here: https://sewsweetness.com/2019/02/video-how-to-use-edge-kote-to-finish-raw-edges-of-cork-leather-or-vinyl-fabric.html?v=7516fd43adaa, I am about to make a faux leather fashion coat for my 1:3 scale doll. If you are careful you can iron the back of faux leather although I would suggest testing on a small scrap first. Iron the seams on both sides of the zipper. The labels add a little bit of extra special to your projects. I used this method in my upcoming pattern for the Tudor Bag.
Baste across the bottom. Clip the fabric together instead of pinning because pins will create permanent holes. I will never understand it & I have learned not to try and cheat and only rethread the last partI rethread it all. 6 years ago, Thank you, they are honestly so easy to make :-). Faux leather come in all kinds of colors, prints & thicknesses. Sew the ends together with right sides facing and a 1/2 seam allowance. so even though its fake leather, its still containing animal skins. It makes a huge difference. About 1 inch from the ring, sew across, then turn and top stitch 1/8 from the edge. I am not sure how else to describe it when you check out the faux leathers youll see what i mean , thank you so much for all your tips! It was easier than expected, but I was also using the easiest type of faux leather fabric (a good choice on my part). Line up the top edges of the outer pocket and outer pocket lining with right sides facing. Learn how your comment data is processed. HI Elizabeth, thanks for your comment! Edge stitch around the top of the bag. It doesnothave to be the most expensive.
Not by me wanting that fabric specifically, but because Im on a mad budget and I found it in a clearanced remnants cart. Would be nice if you could write about how to finish edges with the faux leather. Your bags are beautiful!! Place the pattern on one of the flap pieces. Before you start to sew, set up your machine for vinyl. Most home sewing machines cant handle the thickness. Believe it or not most problems are solved by this .
.keep this great information coming! I have discovered that my machine will sew with almost any thread but when I go to topstitch with certain threadsshe will complain, ( break , knot, skip stitches) I have learned that she prefers a thinker thread for top stitching ( Diva!! 3. And who doesn't love scrappy binding! On both pieces, fold the pockets so the lining matches up and clip in place. Top stitch two lines around the top. Tuck the lining into the bag, and its complete! That worked out great! There are free classes to try out, and any classes that you purchase stay in your account forever so that you can reference them at any time!
Fold the zipper extender pieces in half and iron. Fold the seam half an inch in and fold the other side to see how long you want the flap to be. *Use the same thread in the top and bobbin. It also has advice and techniques for designing your own bags or customising existing patterns.
I know you recommend the medium thick faux with fabric backing, but there are so many kinds, and Im worried about quality. Join my email list to receive my free Oslo Craft Bag sewing pattern! Fold the lining pocket in half with right sides facing and sew across the longer side. And, the wax paper will help on the underside, if there is drag on the feed plate. This classy looking faux leather handbag is actually quite simple to make. So was not completely happy with my first attempt. Thanks for a fabulous post! LOL), I am afraid that I do not know what a teflon foot is ? Was researching stabilizers for leather.
Sew Brilliant Bags has 12 bag patterns in all shapes and sizes made in modern fabrics. Im planning my first bag using faux leather and this tutorial was very helpful.
Cut the pieces out with a rotary cutteryou can cut through the masking tape. You can purchase it for 9.99 fromSearch Press. Yes, you are correct re the leather needle. Was wondering what you can do to skive the faux leather. Katherine you are not alone with this problem. You can use a long stitch, like 5mm, and 1/4 seam allowance. I also when I can find it l use faux leather. Cut the seam allowance off the sides and bottom of the pattern piece and trace it onto the back of one of the flaps. Hello. You can buy pre-covered faux leather buttons atRaystitch. Thanks for the great info!! Still, I feel this project of mine would be better suited for a peep like yourself. Thanks Liz. The tension will probably have to be adjusted because of the thickness of the fabric and thread. Place the pocket on the other lining front/back piece about 1 and 3/4 inches from the bottom and pin.
I just sewed with faux leather yesterday and I didnt see your post till after! LOL but I am glad you jumped in and tried. Now were going to do the same thing on the other side, but sandwich the flap in between. Cut off the loose thread. This is fantastic, so many excellent tips, I will try to make one for my daughter! Also I will try the stabilizer from Inspira. Perhaps try a thinner thread rather than an upholstery thread I suggest trying a 40wt thread with a 90/14 Schmetz microtex needle. Your brave enough now Normathere is nothing to be afraid ofits just a little piece of fabric and if it doesnt work out toss it in to the binno one will know!! Clip the sides together. on rolls of courseit prevents creases.the shops will gladly give you their empty rolls.just ask ! Slide it onto the back followed by the metal support. Today I wanted to show you how!
Reply Your right Dannai forget to mention that since the walking foot is built in my machine..so its always on . For 2 layers, you can just fold wrong sides together in half (cutting the fabric 2x the width of the finished strap). Cut two small squares or rectangles for the inside pockets. Sew the flap, centrally and right sides together to the back section of the bag, close to the raw edge of the fabric. I have been using normal threads, but will take your advice and try thicker ones. Will keep it handy for when I get brave enough. 8. or do I need a special product?
One can bend and top-stitch, also the way.
Take the side outer and lining side pieces, measure and mark 6cm along the top from each corner.
Let it sit for the specified time on your contact cement, which is 20 minutes for me.
Do not back-stitch when sewing faux leatherleave long threads at the beginning and the endtie them off and then bury the threads between the layers. Take the two long strap pieces and mark a center line. While leaving the raw edge showing with genuine leather seems rather reasonable, I have yet to feel comfortable to do that with faux leather and end up avoiding making the projects I really want to because of this. Thank you so much for the tips and tricksIve been messing around with a scrap and trying to make it look nice. A few years ago I tried it for the first and last time, I tried a few different fabrics I bought from two different fabric shops, but I always had the same issue: they tore clean right at the seam. Your faux leather handbag is now ready to wear with pride. Should I cut all on the bias??
Always press your faux leather from the backside.I have been know to iron from the front with a pressing cloth ( an old tea towel) but I wouldnt recommend this for the weak at heart! Sew down the sides and stop about an inch after the corners. Top stitch again 1/8 or less from the edge.
Pull the bag through the bottom opening of the lining to turn it right side out. Your cutting tips are good. For full schedule of guest post pattern reviews and prizes, clickhere! Hope this helps! Place you pattern on the back side to the faux leather use the weights or the masking tape to hold your pattern in place. I hope you try to make these yourselves as they are well cute!If you decide to make them, please send me a picture! Very helpful! Fold the top down 1 and 1/2 and clip all the way around. Wow! Thanks for the tips! Center the side with the zipper compartment on the edge of the gusset with right sides facing and clip. Use your fingers or pliers to bend down the prongs so they lay flat. You can change designs, colours etc to achieve a different look, but I just love the red & white combination. But the wax paper is the tip I needed! I always passed over the faux leather in the clearance bin, but after reading your great information about sewing with it, I will definitely be picking a piece up and giving it a try, preferably for the bottom of a tote or zippered case. Then one day, my favorite fabric shop had a piece of faux leather in the rest bin for super cheapso I snatched it up and figured Id give it a try. The cost for it especially for the shipping cost is so expensive. To make the flap stiffer, cut out a piece of Pellon Ultra-Firm Stabilizer and slide it between the twolayers of vinyl. Like you, I was always afraid to sewing with faux leather & vinylsI figured it had to be difficult! To make the strap, fold the fabric in half lengthways, then fold each side to the centre and pres. Carmit..I tried to post the info here but I guess I cant post links in comments. I am reluctant to check more fabrics, since there are very few options here, and all seem to be the same quality, and I wouldnt like to spend money on a potential failure could it be the fabric, or the sewing machine? Thanks for sharing. Did you notice I could sew this faux leather with my normal zipper footno problem. Use a seam ripper to cut slits just big enough for the prongs to fit through from the front side of the fabric. Yeah, you can JUST leave them, but then you will see that fabric underneath and it is ugly. Thank you so much! Sew on the lines, backstitching at the beginning and end. The snap on the flap should be facing down. I had no problem with sewing two layers. Your stitch length is right, so is your needle sizes ( they are new needles?? Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Anyway, Ive been working to get everything I need to make it, lining, zippers, accessories, etc: today I was planning to go get a leather needle and proper thread but thankfully I came across this, nearly 3y/o post.Shout Out if youre reading this in October of 2017!! Handbags and pocketbooks can be expensive, so why not make your own? Bring the threads on the front to the back with a hand needle. Im using 3.5mm, and for top stitching 4.5mm, because longer stitches look nicer. Carolyn, playing with faux leather will open up all kinds of new possibilities for you. Thanks again Liz, and Sara! Ill be making a zippered case for my knitting needles. A button to decorate, I covered one of my Button Factory buttons in faux leather. Place the front and back of the bag wrong sides together and fold over the flap you can now mark the position of the second half of the magnetic clasp. Sew the front and back sections of the bag right sides together with the side panels to make a tube. Now I know why the leather needle doesnt work , ChristinaI know a lot of sewers that love leather needlesI personally dont or should I say my machine doesnt. Mine has a fabric backing and seems rather thick when folded over. (Note: total layers of faux leather is 5). If you are not familiar with Craftsy, it is a series of hundreds of online classes for learning techniques and projects. Any suggestions?
I just finished a baby quilt with a few strips of pleather for textural interest. Here is a good link I found about tensions which might help you further ?? Thank you Sara for having me as a guest poster I wonder if your next pattern will have faux leather in it ?? The hardest part is the first step..believing you can do it ( that and a teflon foot!! Sew between the marks with a 1/2 seam allowance. Glad we could help I also pronounce it fox . Thanks for the helpful hints. Also cut out two pieces of vinyl that are 2.5 by 30 inches for making the strap. Ive been playing around a bit with fake leather and real deerskin too (adding strips here and there to bags).
For the outer top section, two pieces of faux leather measuring 30cm x 7.5cm. Fuse wadding to the side, front and back, base and flap of the bag. Hi, Im new to sewing but ready to take on the challenge! Sew the seam you have folded before either by hand or on a sewing machine. You do any custom work?
Trim the corners and cut closer to the curved point. Pls do you know of any other brand that is cheaper. Wanting to make leather bags. But what about interfacing the bag?
My little joke, I always pronounce faux fox. Great blog, thanks. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tazjMmFr1Io]. Use a fabric marker to draw the vertical lines that are on the pattern piece. If you do get wobbly stitchesjust make the bag a tiny bit smaller..thats what I do!I hope I took some of the fear out of faux leather ?? This is great info. i just made a ttote with faux leather trim, and today I started on a faux leather jacket. Glue on the ribbon to create a strap for your bag. So please take care to sew as neatly as possible (no drinking wine beforehand, unless it makes you sew straighter) use your needle down position when you need to stop and breath. If youre not a fan of leather, vinyl is a great alternative because its less expensive and easier to work with. Sew all the way around with a 1/2 seam allowance. Sew the outer three sections together, with the floral fabric in the centre.
Thank you so much!!!!!
Are you using the same thread in top & bottom ( my machine doesnt like it is I use 2 different kinds), First thingrethread your top thread & bobbintake both threads totally out & rethread them. Fabrics, Purse Palooza :: Pattern Review : Tohoku Tote, Purse Palooza :: Pattern Review : Anna Maria Horner Right Turn Bag, Purse Palooza :: Pattern Review : Aragon Bag, http://www.expo-concept.de/stoffmaerkte/termine/index.html, http://fortispolster.de/category/polsterstoffe-kunstleder, http://fortispolster.de/kaschierter-schaumstoff-mit-jersey-stoff-lamieniert-p114-5mm.html, http://blog.chriswdesigns.com/2011/03/how-to-install-rivets.html, http://ohyoucraftygal.blogspot.de/2013/10/sewing-lesson-10-how-to-fix-tension-on.html, https://sewsweetness.com/product-category/fabric/leather, https://sewsweetness.com/2019/02/video-how-to-use-edge-kote-to-finish-raw-edges-of-cork-leather-or-vinyl-fabric.html?v=7516fd43adaa, Schmetz Universal #90/14 ( or #100/ 16) needles (I, Weights to hold your pattern down..tuna cans work also, Rotary cutter with a fresh bladeyou want clean sharp cuts. Thx for this tip. 9.
Make sure youre clipping the bottom of the zipper compartment here. Tie the thread together and bury between the layers. I have tried sewing faux leather before, but I havent had much luck with it. Thank you so much for your time! Stay away from themthey will give you nothing but a headache! Hi!
5. At this point you can turn it right side out to see if you want to glue the seams open. Mark it on each side and then in the middle on the top of the flap to create a nice triangle shape. Hi Brenda! Thats it!I forgot one important thingI didnt want to mention it earlier and scare you off but ..you cant remove stitches from faux leatherit leaves holes. Turn the bag right sides together and sew on the sides to make a pocket.
You can unzip a little so the tab isnt in the way. Lovely explanation on how to sew on faux leather. What am I doing wrong. Use the gusset pattern piece to mark the dotted line on the edges of the gusset fabric. Next sew the outer pocket piece with the snap and the outer top piece together. I am so excited to be one of the guest posters for the 2013 Purse Palooza! You may want to use the hand wheel here for the thicker parts. Above is a bag I made from the book for my son. I used just a straight stitch for this. This is amazing!
Thanks for taking the time to make this. ..itll be our secret . This post is part ofPurse Palooza 2013. Thick thread looks best for top stitching. Enjoy this free pattern for the Baker Street Bag - you can download the pdf pattern instructions here:PATTERN - Baker Street Bag. Anything else? You may have to move the tab part way through. I do say everyone needs a teflon foot. That was pro* (not peep, lol) but I guess that works too. This post is part of Purse Palooza 2013. Here are some examples I also tried showing the backside of the faux leather since they are also differnt. If I plan on making products to share with others (and potentially sell) I want to use quality materials that will last. 4. Yet I sew with the faux leather, because I dont have to kill Elephant or Crocodile for a stupid bag. If you use a normal tension, knots will show on the back of the fabric, and the stitches might look loose. You'll also be the first to hear about new products and videos. These tips are great and hoping I can complete it without messing the entire thing up .
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