Swoon Patterns Vivian Handbag and Traveler – Paper Pattern
Vivian has a classic vintage style with a modern appeal. The handbag size is ideal to use daily as a large purse. The traveler can carry everything you need for your next adventure (and probably more). Two exterior slip pockets are perfect for your keys and phone, and one lining zippered pocket for extra organization.
SIZING / FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
Handbag:
Wide: 12″ (30.5 cm)
Tall: 9″ (22.9 cm)
Deep: 5″ (12.5 cm)
Traveler:
Wide: 17″ (43.2 cm)
Tall: 12.5″ (31.8 cm)
Deep: 7″ (17.8 cm)
MATERIALS:
Both Sizes:
2 1/2 yards (2.3 m) of 5/32” cotton cording (or 1 package of premade piping)
1/4 yard (0.23 m) of fusible stiff stabilizer (such as Pellon Peltex 71F)
Coordinating thread
Erasable marking pen
Fabric glue (such as Beacon Fabri-tac)
Handbag:
2/3 yard (0.61 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight exterior fabric
1 yard (0.9 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight lining fabric
1/2 yard (0.46 m) of foam interfacing (such as Soft & Stable)
2 yards (1.8 m) of fusible woven interfacing (such as Pellon Shapeflex SF101)
1 x 20” (50.8 cm) #5 zipper
1 x 7″ (17.8 cm) all-purpose zipper
4 x 3/4” (18 mm) rectangle rings
Traveler:
1 1/3 yards (1.22 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight exterior fabric
1 2/3 yards (1.52 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight lining fabric
2/3-yard (0.61 m) foam interfacing (such as Soft & Stable)
3 yards (2.74m) fusible woven interfacing (such as Pellon Shapeflex SF101)
1 x 30” (76 cm) #5 zipper
1 x 9″ (22.9 cm) all-purpose zipper
4 x 1” (25 mm) rectangle rings
DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
The designer has classified this sewing pattern as: 3/4
You should already be somewhat familiar with sewing patterns and common sewing terms.
The Big Bag Paper Pattern
The Big Bag sewing pattern from Bodobo Bags Ticklegrass Designs.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
The Big Bag is simple and functional. It was designed to carry lots of stuff! Sewing stuff, retreat stuff, school stuff, traveling stuff. Pockets on both sides of the inside give it just enough storage for the smaller things, but not enough to interfere with the roominess that is the signature of the Big Bag.
The Big Bag pattern is 6 pages of full color photos and step by step instructions.
The Big Bag pattern DOES NOT include paper templates. Fabric pieces are meant to be cut using a rotary cutter, mat and ruler.
BAG DIMENSIONS: 15.5in Wide x 14in Tall x 6.5in Deep.
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate or confident/advanced beginner.
Tiny Beasts Bundle – Glimmer
Tula Pink’s Tiny Beasts collection in Glimmer color way.
100% cotton – quilting cotton weight.
Fabrics Bundles are sold in 1/2 yd increments – multiples will be cut continuously
Individual Fabrics are sold in 1/4 yd increments – multiples will be cut continuously
Zipper bundles include 1 yard of zipper tape per color. – multiples can be cut continuosly upon request, otherwise will be sent individually.
Tula Pink Webbings are sold by the yard – multiples will be cut continuously
Step 1: Choose fabrics individually or the bundle for all fabrics. (listing is for 1/4 yd increments)
Step 2: Optional: If you like, add a matching zipper bundle (2 coil colors to choose from) – when adding zippers, you’ll save 20%.
Step 3: Optional: If you like, add Tula Pink’s webbing: select size (1″ or 1 1/2″) and color. – when adding webbing, you’ll save 20%.
You can add multiples on each of the available options.
Tiny Beasts Renaissance Ribbons Pack – Glow
Designer Ribbon Pack Tiny Beast in the Glow color way. Tiny Beasts is all about a playful reimagining of animals you might find in your backyard and what they get up to after dark! It coordinates with the new True Colors … Read More
Tula Pink Webbing – Aqua & Hot Pink
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! This strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Sold by the yard Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Tula Pink Webbing – Gray & Neon Yellow
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Sold by the yard Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Tula Pink Webbing – Lavender & Neon Peach
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Sold by the yard Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Tula Pink Webbing – Watermelon & Plum
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Sold by the yard Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Turquoise Stone Rivets (20 pcs)
Add some unique details to your bag with these turquoise stone Rivets. Size: 8mm (cap)* 6mm (post) Material: Alloy Sold in packs of 20 pieces
Twill Multi Stripes Webbing – Black & White
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (32mm) & 1 1/2” (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Beige, Green, and Red
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Black & White
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1 1/4″ (32mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Black, Red, & Blue
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (25mm), 1 1/4″ (32mm), and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Green & Red
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Pink & White
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (25mm), 1 1/4″ (32mm), and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Rainbow
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (25mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Black and White Stripes
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (32mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Black, White, and Green
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (32mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Black, White, Green, and Red
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (32mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)
Twill Stripes Webbing – Multicolor
This Webbing is great to make straps for your bags! , this strap is perfect to make your project stand out. Select between 3 yds or 6 yds. Available in 1″ (32mm) and 1 1/2″ (38mm)