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Beginners can easily make this fabulous crossbody bag with Nancy Green of Pink Sand Beach Designs. Find out more in the Class Description below.

Nancy Green
Learn to Sew a Designer Crossbody Bag
Nancy Green, Instructor
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They're fun. Casual. Convenient. And in style. With extra-long straps to comfortably drape across your body, crossbody bags are perfect for an afternoon of shopping or a lively night out on the town. You'll love wearing this designer crossbody bag. It's sleek shape hugs your body keeping your hands free while also making a fashion statement as the perfect accessory. It's also the perfect size for holding an electronic tablet such as an iPad or Kindle.

This Annie's video class is taught by sewing expert Nancy Green, owner of Pink Sand Beach Designs, a company that specialized in bag patterns and kits. Join Nancy as she demonstrates step by step how to cut, sew and finish this crossbody bag made with stunning batiks and quality fusibles. Her exclusive crossbody bag design includes a back zippered pocket for your cell phone, an inside lining with extra pockets, a secure top zippered closure and straps you can adjust to suit your body height.

In this class you'll learn:
  • How to choose the perfect fabrics for your bag
  • How to perfectly measure and cut fabric pieces
  • An easy zipper technique beginner's will love
  • How to create a lined zippered pocket
  • How to sew an inside lining with pockets
  • How to sew straps with swivel hooks and D-rings
  • How to adjust the strap size to suit your height
  • How to use fusible materials including fleece and heavy-weight stabilizer to give your bag shape that will last for years
Beginner sewers who can thread their machine and sew a straight line will be able to successfully complete this class.

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FREE -- Class Overview
01:49
FREE -- Introduction
04:24
Tools & Materials
09:03
Getting Started
13:57
Making the Bag Front
26:49
Making the Bag Back
33:08
Bag Lining & Pockets
12:07
The Long Crossbody Strap
30:42
Finishing the Handbag Outside
25:17
Side & Bottom Seams
12:37
Finishing the Handbag
10:47
Class Wrap-Up
02:10
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Customer Reviews for Learn to Sew a Designer Crossbody Bag:

Average Rating:
5 out of 5 (Reviewed by 65 customers.)

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July 13, 2021
Marion P
Great class, love my bag and am interested in similar classes.
June 1, 2021
Kathy D
Hi Nancy, I've been quilting for a while now. Have made everyone in my family, friends, and babies a quilt. I always wanted to make some bags but was so afraid cause of the zippers. I saw your video and thought I'd try it. Well two days later I have an awesome crossbody bag and I'm so proud of myself for giving it a go. Your instructions and video were great! So easy to follow and you were so thorough. Needless to say, I'm hooked, getting ready to make another. Thanks, Nancy for a great class and video. Kathy :)
February 1, 2020
Dianne W
I numbered my fabrics from the start and found it a useful strategy. Best to use good quality fabric. My bag turned out to be more beautiful than I thought. It was great having the video to stop and start as I followed instructions. Instructions were clear and informative. I have learnt some new techniques and will now make another bag from a video lesson. Thank you Nancy for presenting so well with great videoing as you went.
September 2, 2019
Roseann L
So far I am rating this class 5 stars. I have not started my project though; I just got my materials yesterday and have a couple other things to do before I start. I watched the video, I can't remember if I watched the whole thing though. I see some of the reviews say that is slow-moving in some places but it is easy to fast forward through something you already know. I have done quite a bit of sewing and was really excited to find the pattern for this bag. I have been looking for one for a very long time. I am very anxious to start it and am looking forward to making several in different colors. The bag itself is beautiful, just what I was looking for. I am fairly certain that when I am done my rating will still be 5 stars.
July 17, 2019
Deborah S
I am new at sewing, took the beginners class first, then this. This is a fantastic class. Nancy is wonderful. How she explains what is going on, answers questions very fast. I just finished my bag and I love it. I decided to sew my straps on and the only thing is I made them a little too long. I am deciding if I want to shorten them by cutting them and sewing a seam or just leave it the way it is. I am so proud of myself. I have already bought material to make my granddaughter and daughter-in-law one. I hope they like it as well as I like mine. I would love to take more classes that Nancy teaches. I can't say enough good things about the way she ran this class. I would give her more than 5 stars if I could. A+++++ for this class and Nancy. You won't be sorry if you purchase this class. If I can do it - ANYONE can.

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