Caitlyn Handbag PDF Sewing Pattern

  • $14.00


The Caitlyn Handbag is sized just right for everyday and uniquely styled with peek-a-boo pleats. Instructions included to "Make New" with a combination of organic cotton prints or "Make Do" with a stash of vintage neckties for a one-of-a-kind retro bag. Bag has a magnetic snap closure and interior pocket. This pattern is part of my Make New or Make Do™ sewing pattern collection. 

My 13-page printable PDF instructions include color photographs, detailed diagrams, glossary and all the assembly directions you'll need to make the Caitlyn Handbag (14" W x 10" H x 2" D).

This pattern is an instant download! After confirmed payment you will receive an email with a download link. If you have not received it or if you have any questions about the file, please contact me for assistance. PLEASE NOTE: No hard copy will be mailed to you. Purchase of this pattern does not constitute transfer of copyright or license for commercial usage. 

Skill Level: If you've completed a few sewing projects, sewn from a pattern before and are comfortable using your sewing machine, you should be able to handle this project!

Materials you'll need to make the Caitlyn Handbag:
  • 1/3 yd of 45” wide Main fabric (Light to mid-weight fabrics, such as quilting cottons, twill canvas, decorator fabrics, linens.) 
  • 1/4 yd of 45” wide Contrast - 1 fabric (for band)
  • 1/4 yd of 45” wide Contrast - 2 fabric (for pleats, flap and strap)
  • 1/3 yd of 45” wide Lining fabric (Light weight fabrics, such as quilting cottons, broadcloth and shirting)
  • 1 yd of 20” wide woven cotton fusible interfacing
  • 1 magnetic snap, 1/2” diameter
  • optional button
  • Thread

For the "Make Do" necktie version, you'll need 6-10 neckties, depending on their widths, plus lining, interfacing and notions listed above.
    SEWING PATTERN ONLY. Finished products and materials are not included. 
    This item is a downloadable PDF pattern for a bag you make yourself. 
    No hard copy will be mailed to you. Purchase of this pattern does not constitute transfer of copyright or license for commercial usage. 

    All images and patterns copyright 2011, Betz White Productions, LLC. All rights reserved.

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