Gracie Handbag PDF Pattern

Gracie is one of my absolute favorite bags to make and use! The body of the bag goes together much like a big placemat, flat with all edges finished. Then simply fold in half, stitch generous side seams and you are done!

The notched dip at the flap closure allows enough room for my elbow as I swing Gracie onto my shoulder in one movement.

Size 12" x 10" x 4 1/2"

Features

• Fully-lined with six inside pockets
• Flap closure secured by Velcro.

Notes

• This project is not appropriate for directional prints because the fabric wraps around the bag from front, to bottom to back.
• Black/white photo instructions. Several color detail photos included.
• This is a rotary cut design, no pattern pieces provided.

Basic Skills Necessary

• Rotary cut project, no pattern pieces provided.
• An even-feed or walking foot may be helpful.
• This project is designed to be made using 100% quilting cottons.

Supplies

• Batting: 2/3 yd Dreamy Fleece (fusible or sew-in) by Sew Lazy 45" wide or 1 yd Stiff Stuff Firm sew-in interfacing by Sew Lazy 20" wide. Low loft recommended.
• Flap Closure Fabric - Use leftover piece from lining or pocket fabrics.
• Fabric: 7/8 yd Outer Panels and Handles
• Fabric: 2/3 yd Bag Lining Fabric
• Fabric: 1/4 yd Center Panel
• Fabric: 1/2 yd Inside Pocket Fabric
• One piece of Velcro at 1 1/2" for flap closure.
• One decorative button for flap closure size 1 1/8" to 1 1/4".
• Even-feed or walking foot, size 90/14 sewing machine needle.
• Non-stick pressing sheet may be helpful if working with fusibles.