All my patterns follow what I call a 'Variations On A Theme' system. These patterns will not only give you the instructions for the specific bag but will also provide you with the tips, tools and techniques to vary the pattern to your own liking -- e.g., how to apply various size handles, how to change the size of the handbag, how to vary the hoop and button closures, etc.

Additionally, I am offering kits for each of the patterns. While the patterns will provide you with the specifics of what you will need to complete the handbag, I have found in teaching my classes that it is helpful for someone who is new to handbag sewing to have the basic supplies assembled in a kit so you can see firsthand what I mean when I say 'plastic base'or 'fusible fleece', etc.

K-001BA Kit

$20.00

NATURAL BAMBOO HANDLE KIT

This kit contains everything you need to complete one Caprice handbag pattern (except your favorite fabric, of course). Kit includes two natural bamboo handles with hardware, two pre-cut sheets of fusible fleece, four feet, one bamboo toggle button, and one plastic base insert.

K-001BU Kit

$20.00

BURNT BAMBOO HANDLE KIT

This kit contains everything you need to complete one Caprice handbag pattern (except your favorite fabric, of course). Kit includes two burnt bamboo handles with hardware, two pre-cut sheets of fusible fleece, four feet, one bamboo toggle button, and one plastic base insert.

K-001BL Kit

$20.00

BLACK BAMBOO HANDLE KIT

This kit contains everything you need to complete one Caprice handbag pattern (except your favorite fabric, of course). Kit includes two black bamboo handles with hardware, two pre-cut sheets of fusible fleece, four feet, one bamboo toggle button, and one plastic base insert.

PB-001 Base

$2.75 each

PRE-CUT PLASTIC BASE

This plastic base is made to size for the Caprice handbag and has rounded corners to prevent the base from wearing through the fabric.