Bags: Sew 18 Stylish Bags for Every Occasion

(Paperback)

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Whether you're a beginner crafteror experienced maker, this bookwillhelp you build on your skill level as you learn to makea range of bags from a simple drawstring toteto a stylish colour-block rucksack.

As you work your way through the 18 projects, you'll learn how to create interesting shapes (such as a cubed bagor round bucketbag), work with different fabrics (cotton, canvas, linen and more) and discover how to work in zips, poppers, pockets, straps and otheradd-ons.

Step-by-step guidance, plus a wealth of tips and tricks, mean you'll always feel confident in developing your technique, while modern designs and design-focussed details will inspire you to get creative with your makes.

Bagsis the ideal book for those looking to expand on their sewingskills,create beautiful, lastingadditions to their wardrobeor make impressive and covetable gifts for friends and family.

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'Alicia offers many options that can be created quickly, dubbed quick makes. Each project has a skill-level rating, keeping fledgling crafters from getting in over their heads. Laden with gorgeous color photography and easy-to-follow templates, Alicia's book will tempt many crafters into replicating her designs - and adding their own twists.' - Publishers Weekly

Author Bio

Anna Alicia is a designer-maker and craft-writer living in East London. Annas label A Alicia, founded in 2008, offers an ever-evolving collection of handmade textile and ceramic jewellery, bags and homeware. Anna writes regularly for craft magazines and has contributed to several craft books including Mollie Makes, Simply Sewing, Frankie magazine, In The Moment and Caboodle. Her first book,Make it Your Own (2013) was published byHardie Grant.