Bags & Purses: 16 Gorgeous Sewing Projects That Use Just Two Fat Quarters of Fabric

Use leftover fat quarters to create 16 beautiful bags!

Who knew just two fat quarters can be used in so many ways?

For the birthday that's on the way, or a festive holiday that needs more sparkle, conquer that pile of odd fat quarters you've stashed away and make 16 beautiful bags for you or your loved ones. The projects inside range from accessory essentials like an evening clutch and cross-body handbag, to invaluable carriers that will see you through your daily tasks such as a fold-away shopper and lunch tote.

Start off with an easy-to-follow crash-course on the essential techniques you'll need – from adding a zip and bias binding to creating patchwork. Then, jump straight into your stash and get stitching! Each project includes inspiring photography, instructive hand-drawn illustrations and heaps of handy hints and tips from bag-sewing expert, Debbie von Grabler -Crozier.

Ideal for sewists of all abilities, this is the ultimate, affordable stash-busting project book that will get you making practical items too.
 

Debbie has been involved in writing and the craft world for pretty much all of her life but in 1997 she made it into a profession. Now, besides regularly designing projects and writing columns for magazines and websites such as QuiltNow, Sew Mama Sew, AllFreeSewing and FaveQuilts, she runs her popular blog where she shares her designs for sewing and quilts as well as papercraft, scrapbooking, card making, beading, jewellery and mixed media projects. Her first sewing book with Search Press, The Bag Boutique, was a global success, and she has since written two more books with Search Press – Love to Sew: Lagom-style Accessories and Learn to Sew in 30 Minutes: Machine Sewing. 
Debbie lives in Lower Saxony, Germany. For inspiration – crafting and more – visit her blog: sallyandthecraftyvamp.blogspot.com