Faux Leather Duffle with Removable Vinyl Insert

Ashley Hough

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Overview, Supplies and Cutting

29:01

In this lesson you will get an overview of both the duffle bag and the clear removable bag. You will also get fabric requirements and see what tools and additional supplies may be required. This will be your opportunity to get questions answered before cutting out any pieces. The next step will be to cut out all of the pieces for the outer duffle bag, the lining and the removable bag following the cutting instructions and cutting diagrams.

Overview, Supplies and Cutting Q&A

22:56

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

Assembly- Duffle Sides

58:52

In this lesson you will begin constructing the duffle bag sides. The sides of the duffle have many pieces including a pocket with flap and magnet closure, a handle, and a d-ring attachment for the removable strap. You will also get to work with much of the hardware used on the duffle in this lesson.

Assembly- Duffle Sides Q&A

20:49

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

Assembly- Duffle Front and Back

57:27

Assembly of the duffle bag continues with the construction of the front and back. The front and back of the duffle have both decorative and functional additions including a front pocket with a double magnet closure and a clear vinyl window for an ID card. You will also begin to attach the zipper to the upper edges of your bag.

Assembly- Duffle Front and Back Q&A

19:38

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

Assembly- Duffle Lining

44:55

With the bag starting to come together it’s time to focus on the lining. The lining can be a blank canvas for interior pockets- so customize to your liking! See how to make pockets in any size to attach to the lining, then assemble the lining and attach it to the zipper at the upper edge.

Assembly- Duffle Lining Q&A

8:22

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

Assembly- Construct the Remainder of the Bag

29:24

With the lining done its now time to attach the lining and bag together and start assembling the remainder of the duffle bag. This is where it can start getting tricky as things no longer lay flat under your presser foot but take it slow and soon enough you’ll have a completed duffle.

Assembly- Construct the Remainder of the Bag Q&A

10:05

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

Handles and Removable Strap

27:33

Now that the duffle is complete we need a way to carry it. In this lesson you will make both short handles for the front and back of the bag as well as a longer removable strap so the bag can be carried over the shoulder.

Handles and Removable Strap Q&A

13:10

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

Clear Vinyl Bag

44:05

In this lesson you will make a clear vinyl bag that snaps into the lining of the duffle so it can be easily found. All of the seams are trimmed in felt to add another element of design and complexity.

Clear Vinyl Bag Q&A

15:33

Ashley Hough discusses the most recent lesson and answers member questions.

14 Lessons

6 hrs 42 mins

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Description

Duffle bags are perfect for weekend travel, overnight trips or even storing items in your closet or car. In this class, you’ll learn step-by-step how to make a fax leather duffle bag with multiple exterior pockets, handles as well as a removable strap and multiple types of hardware including buckles, magnets and rivets. You’ll also see how to make a clear vinyl bag trimmed in felt that can be snapped into the lining of the duffle bag. This duffle bag is made from faux leather and lined with cotton fabric. You’ll receive cutting instructions as well as a cutting diagram, and a required supply list prior to the start of the class. During the class you will see step-by-step how to construct both the duffle bag and the clear vinyl bag. You will also become familiar with how to use different kinds of bag hardware including rivets, d-rings and buckles.

Ashley Hough

Ashley has sewn for years. Her mother taught her at a very young age. When first starting out, she stuck to mastering commercial patterns before venturing into creating her own. Her patterns have been featured in Sew News, Sew It All, and she has even been on Sew It All TV. Quilting is somewhat new to Ashley, but she dove in head first – coming up with an original design for her first quilt that included curved seams and hand appliqué! She was even lucky enough to have it featured in one of Quilty’s "This is My Quilt" episodes. Ashley loves all things crafty, from sewing to knitting, crochet to quilting, and everything in between. When she isn’t working on a new project or learning a different technique she loves teaching her passion to others.

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