Uptown Swing
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Introducing the Uptown Swing, a modern twist on the classic hobo-style slouchy bag!
Inspired by our brand new Pebble Texture Faux Leather it’s designed to drape elegantly over your arm. Inside, you’ll discover a divided slip pocket and a zipper pocket, making it as practical as it is stylish. With statement hardware and a playful long tassel, this bag truly pops. Plus, we’ve put together convenient Hardware Kit to save you time.
SEWING PATTERN INCLUDES:
✂ PDF Pattern, Projector & SVG Files
✂ Step by Step Written Instructions with Photographs
✂ 3 Video Sewing Tutorials via YouTube Channel (links below)
✂ Immediate Pattern Download at Checkout
SKILL LEVEL: Confident Beginner - Intermediate
FINISHED SIZE: 8.5” H x 9.25” W x 3.75” D (21.5 CM x 23.5 CM x 9.5 CM)
RELEASE DATE: 7/19/2024
SEWING VIDEO TUTORIAL BY: SEW YOURS BEANS BAGS AND HANDICRAFTS JEANNIE'S DESIGNS
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FABRIC, INTERFACING & STABILIZERS
EXTERIOR FABRIC
1 yard (100 cm) Approx
LINING FABRIC
1 yard (100 cm) Approx
INTERFACING
2 yards (200 cm) Approx. Lightweight woven fusible interfacing (Sew Woven or Pellon ShapeFlex SF101)
STABILIZER
4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) light weight stabilizer such as Decovil Light to reinforce fabric behind grommets
HARDWARE & ZIPPERS
15" (38.1 cm) #5 zipper tape for main zipper closure + (1 Zipper Pull) 8.5” (21.5 cm) #5 or #3 zipper tape for lining zipper pocket+ (1 Zipper Pull)
(2) 1" (25 mm) Snap Hooks (2) 28mm approx. inner diameter Gate Rings
(4) 13.5mm inner diameter approx. Grommets 2 Rivets (or Chicago Screws) • 6-7mm for thinner fabrics or • 8-9mm for thicker fabrics
(2) 1” (25mm) Strap Ends (Optional)
(1) 11mm Zipper End (optional)
(1) Handmade Bag Charm (optional)
(1) Handmade Bag Tag (optional)
(1) Tassel Cap (optional)
10-20 beads with a hole diameter of approximately 3-4mm to add to your tassel (optional)
TOOLS
Double-sided tape
Rotary cutter or scissors, pinking shears
Punch Cutter (punch size will depend on size of grommets you’re using (optional)
Hole Punch or Japanese Hold Punch
Removable marking pen
Screwdriver Rivet setter tool or rivet press and corresponding dies
Loctite or E6000 Glue Grid
Ruler
Cutting Mat
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