Since i have a bag addiction, this book with 12 different sewing patterns makes me super happy. During her bag sewing escapades, lisa realized the supplies she needed werent as easy to obtain as they should be. Satchel extract from a bag for all reasons by lisa lam. The bag making bible and a bag for all reasons, many, many patterns, am a bluprint craftsy instructor for several classes and now appear as a guest presenter on sewing quarter. A bag for all reasons by lisa lam delivers a comprehensive howto on bag making techniques. The body of elisa lam, also known by her cantonese name, lam ho yi. The fashionista baby bag extract from a bag for all reasons. The fashionista baby bag extract from a bag for all. Theyre modern, clean, and make smart use of hardware. This is because both fabrics are visible in the edges on the exterior side of the bag. The clear photography takes you through all the sections. This changing mat coordinates with the fashionista baby bag but it will still look the business in your existing baby bag, or it would make a lovely gift for a new mum or mumtobe. Offers a techniqueled approach to sewing your own designer bags and designer purses.
I love making bags and crafting and set up in 2005, since then ive written two books. This unique site through which lisa showcases her passion and sewing talents to the world has become a valuable source for bag making advice and inspiration. Search press the bag making bible by lisa lam and amy butler. Buy the bag making bible by lisa lam with free delivery. The tutorial is available as a free pdf tutorial, originally published in lisa lams book a bag for all reasons. Abag for all reasons sew your own fabric bags, purses and accessories for every occasion by lam, lisa author on may252012, hardback 25may2012 by lisa lam. This bag features in my 2nd book, a bag for all reasons. Product description handmade finished baby bag and changing mat made by lisa lam. From adding styles of bag pockets to inserting zips and closures, using inte. The book features 12 brand new bag designs with full photographic instructions for how to make a bag with truly professional results. Blind faith blind faith deluxe edition universal 2 cds.
This folded, envelope style case has crisp, angled corners and a beautiful leather closure. Lisas book a bag for all reasons is a useful extension of her website, with her sewing tips and tutorials all in one handy place i recommend it as an excellent resource for all your bag and purse making needs. After you make your secure purchase through paypal, you will receive an email with a link to download your pattern. This is a stepbystep bag making tutorial for the blanche barrel bag pattern by swoon patterns. The complete guide to sewing and customizing your own unique bags paperback sep 1 2010.
Bag for all reasons dvd by lisa lam, 9781440311642, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. This book, a perfect companion to her the bag making bible, is a musthave for beginners. Buy the wire coilwire combination book a bag for all reasons. Uhandbag was founded in 2005 by me, lisa lam hello.
The complete guide to sewing and customizing your own unique bags a bag for all reasons. The edges in this satchel are a design feature in their own right. I recommend home dec fabrics, denim and canvas for this design. Now, she spends most of her time designing sewing patterns and kits, putting together tutorials. Despite all the making and giving going on, its surprisingly rare that we come across blog posts that detail the ways in which sewists and other crafters present their handmade gifts to the recipient. You just chop off a band from the bag lining top edge, insert a zip onto the lining top edge and then stitch the band back onto the bag lining. The book features full size patterns on three separate pullout sheets so that you can get started right away no photocopying or enlarging required. Barefoot bags i love to sew, specifically i love to sew bags and purses. Lisa lam has a successful website which has specialised in purse and bag making supplies since 2005. Get free shipping on the bag making bible by lisa lam, from. Stitch on the gusset side and begin stitching on the bottom edge of the bag this way your securing stitches wont be as visible on the finished bag. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Pumptrol pressure switch 90fsg 90fsw 90fyg 90fyw pdf.
Plenty of pockets, lots of room for everything a baby parent could want. The ultimate practical guide to sewing fabulous bags from expert lisa lam. Lisa lam the bag making bible and a bag for all reasons 2 books bundle collection a bag for all reasons spiralbound, the bag making bible author. The complete guide to sewing and customizing your 121 copies. See all books authored by lisa lam, including the bag making bible, and a bag for all reasons sew your own fabric bags, purses and accessories for every occasion, and more on. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Buy a cheap copy of a bag for all reasons sew your own. Lisa lam of uhandbag brings you a stunning collection of sewing patterns to make your own bags. Fingercrease the bag bottom folds eyeball like i do, or be less lazy and use a ruler.
Other too cool for school satchel lisa lam a bag for all reasons. Jun 29, 2012 bag for all reasons dvd by lisa lam, 9781440311642, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The book features 12 brand new bag designs with full ph. Zips and bags 3 concealed recessed top edge zip sew. Lisa also talks about using, modifying and understanding patterns. Turn the bag upside down and create a flat bottom for the bag. As the title states, her ebook has tutorials on 3 unique, very lovely bags. I am a bag pattern designer, sewing fiend and i run this shop.
It explains in detail how to create and construct the component parts of the bag. Fully lined drawstring bag how to whitney sews whitney sews. A bag for all reasons sew your own fabric bags, purses and accessories for every occasion book. Lisa lam the bag making bible and a bag for all reasons 2. A bag for all reasons by lisa lam, 9781446301852, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I designed this bag whilst i was expecting my daughter. Lisa lam has a new book coming out a bag for all reasons. Lisa lam i pa d c ase t empla t e f rom a bag f or all reasons, by l i sa lam flap cut one of exterior fabric, lining fabric, fusible fleece and extrastiff fusible interfacing tall pocket cut one of lining and one of woven fusible interfacing short pocket cut one of exterior and one of woven fusible interfacing handle loops cut one of exterior. The geek chic ipad case is a sewing project from lisa lams book a bag for all reasons. This title introduces, explains and demonstrates the myriad of materials, hardware, tools and techniques available to the modern crafter. Neaten the bag, iron and flatten the bottom now that the fabric bag is securely attached to the frame you can take your time to neaten the bag and iron out any creases. You need to cut from the end of the zip that often has a little rectangle at the teeth fig. May 29, 2012 a bag for all reasons by lisa lam, 9781446301852, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Lisa has her own blog, twitter and flickr accounts. The secret to this bag s professional look is creating neat, crisp edges and welldefined curves and corners. Mar 08, 2014 oh, i did glance at my bookshelf today and realise i could have offered to make the 3in1 convertible backpack from lisa lam s a bag for all reasons, but i think she had enough choice so the zipper has arrived, and i got on with putting it in. Lisa lam of brings you a stunning collection of sewing patterns to make your own bags. Bag making bible by lisa lam sewing books at the works. This changing mat coordinates with the fashionista baby bag but it will still look the business in your.
This unique site through which lisa showcases her passion and speciality to the world has become a valuable sourse for advice. I made this backpack using nordika fabric designed by the amazing jeni baker. The bag making bible is the first book and resource of its kind a techniqueled approach to sewing your own designer bags and purses. Lisa lam has a very successful website, which has successfully sold handbag findings and kits since 2005. Some of the featured techniques include three different zipper insertions, three types of straps and two ways to finish edges. Buy a bag for all reasons by lisa lam from waterstones today.
This book boasts twelve fun bags to make and includes lots of brilliant tips in her techniques section about pockets, zips, snaps, straps, bag edges and linings. The complete guide to sewing and customizing your own unique bags the ultimate practical guide to sewing fabulous bags from expert lisa lam, whose technical knowledge. From the author of the bestselling the bag making bible comes an outstanding collection of 12 inspiring bags for you to make at home. I love my campervan bag, can you sew me a backpack. The complete guide to sewing and customizing your own unique bags do not buy this book if you expecting a complete design book on every size, shape and pattern of bag that you see in the high street this is not what this book is about. The downloadable book is a hefty excerpt of her upcoming book, a bag for all reasons, coming out in may 2012. I was able to order a pdf 3 beautiful bags an exclusive extract from the forth coming book. See more ideas about purse patterns, purses and bags and diy bags. Buy a cheap copy of the bag making bible book by lisa lam. The pattern is from lisa lams a bag for all reasons.
Just before you reach the flap part of the bag, stitch back and forth over the gusset top edge to reinforce this high stress area. As another alternative, you may like this photo tutorial from sarah of my spare time. The wallet has 8 card slots although the instructions say its only 6 a clever coin compartment without zipper or fastners and a slot for notes. I wanted a sizeable bag with loads of roomy and separated pockets. A bag for all reasons is a useful extension of her website it is as an excellent resource for all your purse making needs. Jun 04, 2012 the geek chic ipad case is a sewing project from lisa lam s book a bag for all reasons.
Abag for all reasons sew your own fabric bags, purses and accessories for every occasion by lam, lisa author on may252012, hardback 25may2012. Visit now to browse our huge range of products at great prices. The bag has 10 all useful pockets and a handy padd. You can find all my bags that are for sale on my etsy site. Aug 05, 2012 lisa lam has another book out and it looks fab.
So happy i did, i started with this fashionista baby bag. The secret to this bags professional look is creating neat, crisp edges and welldefined curves and corners. Fully lined drawstring bag how to whitney sews youtube. Blind faith blind faith deluxe edition universal 2. Other too cool for school satchel lisa lam a bag for all. And it even has a handy shoulder strap if youd like to wear it like a purse. My shop specialises in my bag patterns, bag making fabrics and interfacing and interlinings. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Buy bag making bible by lisa lam online from the works. Track patterns you own, want and your project plans.
A bag for all reasons sew your own fabric bags, purses and. Its a big backpack, and the canvas is kinda heavy, so if you were worried about weight you. April 30, 1991 february 20, a canadian student at the university of british columbia in. Once upon a time, lisa lam received lots of lovely offcuts from a curtain maker and thought they might sell as bags.
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