Whether you're a beginner crafter or experienced maker, this book will help you build on your sewing skills as you learn how 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-focused 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.
The projects include: a simple tote, shopper bag, iPad case, basic big duffel, curved purse, pompom bucket bag, retro backpack, overnight bag, boxy hand-luggage, contract clutch, fold-over backpack, drawstring toiletries bag and many more.
About Anna Alicia
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.
Crafts Beautiful
You can never have too many bags, an that's why we love Anna Alicia's recent book dedicated to making your own. There's something for crafters of all abilities to make, and you'll learn about the right fabrics to use for each project.
