Barrel Bag Pattern & Tutorial
This is a beautiful handbag or barrel bag for when you go out or for anytime. Personally, I like the red accents on the piping of the bag. I made two of these One for me and one for my daughter with pink piping, handles and lining fabric she can use for ballet class. The pockets on each side of the bag are perfect for storing cell phones and small items. I’ve shared a printable pattern you can download here to make this lovely barrel bag.
Measurements are metric (in centimeters), the corresponding measurements (in inches) are in parentheses. If you’d like your bag to be a bit sturdier, for more heavy–duty use, you can choose a heavier fabric like upholstery or home décor. The seam allowance is 0.7 cm (0.25 in.). The bag’s finished measurements are approximately 28 cm (11⅛ in.) W × 17 cm (6¾ in.) H × 16 cm (6¼ in.) D.
This is also a great way to use up your fabric scraps for a zero waste approach. The interfacing (fusible fleece) should be attached to the outer fabric. The zipper tabs are 4 cm x 3 cm (1⅝ in. x 1⅛ in.), you can make these from the same outer or lining fabrics, or from a fun contrasting fabric out of your fabric scraps. You can use ready–made piping for the side pocket detail, or make it yourself with cord and bias tape. Whatever you already have handy and is easiest for you.
Barrel Bag Tutorial
See below to watch the video tutorial, or you may watch the full video tutorial on the creator’s (SewingTimes) YouTube channel. Feel free to share this video with anyone who might need a little extra visual help. Let’s get started!
Materials
Outer Fabric
- 1—30 cm × 57 cm (11⅞ in. × 22½ in.)
- 2—18 cm × 19 cm (7⅛ in. × 7½ in.)
- 2—18 cm × 12 cm (7⅛ in. × 4¾ in.)
Contrast Color Fabric
- 2—47 cm × 7 cm (18½ in. × 2¾ in.)
- 4—12 cm × 11 cm (4¾ in. × 4⅜ in.)
Lining Fabric
- 1—30 cm × 57 cm (11⅞ in. × 22½ in.)
- 2—18 cm × 19 cm (7⅛ in. × 7½ in.)
- 2—18 cm × 12 cm (7⅛ in. × 4¾ in.)
- 1—17 cm × 22 cm (6¾ in. × 8¾ in.)
Zipper
- 1—25 cm (9⅞ in.)
Other
- Sewing Machine (or Sewing Needles)
- Contrast Color Piping or Bias Tape (3–5 yards, 1 or 2 packages should do)
- Fusible Fleece (Pellon 101F or similar)
- Matching Color Thread
- Scissors
- Measuring Tape or Ruler
- Fabric Marker or Chalk
- Iron & ironing Board
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Now your bag is finished. Just press to get clean edges and you’re good to go.
Video Tutorial
Photo Gallery
Feel free to leave any questions about this tutorial below. And if you do end up making your own tote, I’d love to see it. Take a pic, post it to your social media, and tag me.
Source and photo credits:
DIY LOVELY PURSE BAG [sewingtimes]
https://insewingtimes.blogspot.com/2020/10/diy-lovely-purse-bag-sewingtimes.html
October 26, 2020