Detailed photographs illustrate every technique in this unique book, from choosing fabric to inserting fastenings.

Whether you're a beginner crafter or experienced maker, this book will help you build on your skill level as you learn to make a range of bags from a simple drawstring tote to a stylish colour-block rucksack.

Offering easy-to-learn instructions and techniques that will have you sewing your first bag in no time. Sewing is a time-honored tradition that's functional and purposeful, and is the foundation for almost all clothing and accessories as we know them today. While most books dedicated to this topic focus on machine-sewing, there's a simpler side to this craft, and learning the techniques and skills needed to hand-sew open up a wide world of possibilities...

"Known for the gorgeous purses and bags that made Big-City Bags such a hit, Sara Lawson presents a fabulous new collection of high-fashion designs. Carry a designer bag that has great shape and style and is affordable to construct. These bags have it all! Expand your skills with patterns for 12 sophisticated, structured bags. Create impressive gifts--alternate fabric styles provide even more inspiration. Confidently choose interfacing and add design...

"Choose from flowery patchwork totes, backpacks with faux leather detailing, clasp-top clutches, practical folder holders and a stylish business travel bag, each with a matching purse. Each purse is made in the same style and from the same fabric as the corresponding bag -- mix and match the bags and purses of make yourself a pair."--Publisher's description.

"When Grandma Mimi comes to visit, her granddaughter cannot wait to see what treasures she has hidden in her purse."--

A little girl fills the pocketbook she carries with mementos of the places she and her mother visit when they go to town.

"Charlie loves the bright red purse that his grandmother let him have. One day, he decides to take it to school. First his father, then his friends, and even the crossing guard question him about his "strange" choice. After all, boys don't carry purses. They point out that they, too, have things they like, but that doesn't mean they go out in public wearing them. But Charlie isn't deterred. Before long, his unselfconscious determination to carry a...

Sew bags for all occasions with this ultimate reference guide to the latest bag making techniques. Includes a comprehensive techniques section covering everything from zips, pockets, piping and how to use the latest bag hardware to get you started, even if you've never sewn a bag before.

Provides simple instructions for the beginning knitter. Attached to P.[4] is a starter kit containing yarn, knitting needles and other articles.