Made this bag yesterday. I have never made anything more than a coozie, it turned out lovely.. just one (or 2) mistakes.. putting a sew on snap and a decorative button on at some point!! Thanks so much.
Thank you so much Debbie. I am an absolute novice, and can't believe your detailed and accurate instructions have allowed me to make this bag perfectly. It's a gift of love for my Mum who bought me my first sewing machine a few months ago, at my age of 61. It's my way of thanking her. I can't thank you enough Debbie for this special gift for my dear Mum 💕.
Thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge in bag making with all of us. I have learned so much from you and so appreciate your video tutorials. The best part is seeing the "joy of sewing" that comes across from you to us!!
You are very generous with your time... Since you have done it real time, we do have a rough idea on how to plan and set a good one hour for this project.... Been following your tutorials for nearly five years now.. Enjoy doing it all.... Thank you so much Debbie!!
Love the tutorials and pleased you mentioned that you can tack the zip in by hand before you machine stitch. I tack/baste a lot more than most people as I find it makes for more accurate sewing, it takes time but it’s easier to unpick than machine stitching! ❤️
Thank you, Debbie, for all of your time and expert knowledge. It’s fun making the things that you so generously teach us to do. Your love of sewing as well as teaching shines in your videos. Thanks again. I’m going to love making this bag.
Ive just made this with a pink fabric (outer) and a strawberry patterned fabric (contrast) and I absolutely love the way it turned out. I still consider myself a beginner and I didn’t struggle with this! Thank you 😊
My granddaughter loved her messenger bag at Christmas; working on my second, a gift for a gal pal's birthday. Love sewing again after a long, long break. I'm hooked! Thanks Debbie!
4/17/22: I am whipping them out like crazy, Debbie, following your tutorials on totes and purses. I just finished making this one and my goodness, it came out SO nice. It's my first time ever using rectangle squares, and now that I know how to use them, there's no stopping me in making other purses/totes that requires them. You make it easy because of your easy-to-follow instructions. Thanks again for yet another wonderful project.
This is the first bag I have made. Thanks for making it easy to follow. It turned out really well, and I learned so much. I have now bought some nice fabric and going to make a bigger one. Once I can bring myself to cut the fabric. Thanks again.
Just attempted this bag. Thank you for the really clear instructions. I’ve made two different ones but made one with a slightly longer strap to wear cross body. Tried to upload a photo but not sure how to do that. Thanks again Debbie from a new sewer. I have made a few of your designs now and learning so much. Denise X
Hi Debbie - Perfect tutorial. I learn something new with every video. Had never thought to sew the strap ends together like you did. It makes for a clean strap and is easy to do. Love the size and design of this bag. I only do crossbody bags and I will be making one like this. Your tutorials are always easy to understand and you give great sewing tips. Have a great week ahead. 💕🧵🌼
Wow, love this. My next project, have made a few of your other designs. Your instructions are so good with easy explanations and great visuals! Thanks!
Hi Debbie just finished making my first bag using yours and 2 other you tubers designs, to personalise my own bag with more pockets. And larger bag, you make it look so simple my young Grandaughter wants me to make her one now.
Made this bag out of pieces I had left over from making a viscose top. I used Decovil light to stabilise the viscose and it worked beautifully. Thank you Debbie for suggesting this on your other bag tutorial with the Venice scene viscose fabric.
Debbie It's Pamie from NY. I just finished this lovely bag. I love it I was needing a bag for a trip back home and all I had made were to small. I thought I give this one a go. It's perfect for traveling, shopping and dinner out. You have wonderful tutorials they really let a beginner like me look talented to my family and friend. Have a great Day! Cheers
@Pam Harney, hello from Texas. Since you made this bag, could you provide the approx finished measurements. I have 2 teenage neighbor girls I’m thinking of making for Christmas presents. Thank you
I actually used your tutorial and design and adapted it slightly to make a satchel...and it looks amazing. Thanks for all your videos, they are great 😊
Thank you Debbie for another great tutorial. This is going to be my next make after my holiday. Back home now , so starting it theirs week 26th July. I never really knew you could cut a zip until watching you. 🤩
I love your bag tutorials, I am really enjoying making the different designs. Thank you! On the off chance that the beautiful fabrics used here may still be available somewhere, do you happen to know the design and who made it please?
Oh Debbie, I started sewing because of you. You inspired me, and continue to inspire me, so thank you! Please continue with your wonderful videos, as I always learn something new. Can you maybe do a video on a faux leather messenger bag? Lots of thanks, Honda.
Getting ready to make this! Can’t wait to start! Could the fleece be on the inner side of the flap so the magnetic snap be on the stronger side? I’m using canvas, it might not make a difference . But could I?
Awesome bag! I love it! I think I know what my granddaughter’s will be getting for Christmas this year! Their always wanting a new bag for their things, that will also hold their tablets. And I have 5 granddaughters. But if I use a more boyish fabric my 2 grandsons might want one for their tablet and games also.
Me encantan todos sus trabajos Debbie, aunque mi ingles no es muy bueno, entiendo sus explicaciones muy bien. Saludos desde Palma de Mallorca. España. Muchas Gracias-
Hello Debbie. I'm very new to bag making, but making progress using your wonderful tutorials. I've just made up this messenger bag and a matching cross body phone bag for my niece for Christmas this year. However, my other niece has just go a super fab job and I thought I would send her a bag like this to be a laptop bag as she now only has a 200 metre commute to work lucky thing, and doesn't need to take her car. So, can I upsize this messenger bag to become a laptop bag? Would it work? She needs a strap, so the laptop bags I have found on your size may not be the thing without the straps. My Christmas list includes your books BTW! 😁
Debbie....I have a question...is there a reason why when you sew a zip pocket, you sometimes use two pieces of fabric and sew or in this tutorial, you used one piece and folded? Just want to be sure.....thanks!
Made this bag yesterday. I have never made anything more than a coozie, it turned out lovely.. just one (or 2) mistakes.. putting a sew on snap and a decorative button on at some point!! Thanks so much.
You are an excellent teacher. You made this look fun. I am looking forward to trying to make it. Thank you!
Thank you so much Debbie. I am an absolute novice, and can't believe your detailed and accurate instructions have allowed me to make this bag perfectly. It's a gift of love for my Mum who bought me my first sewing machine a few months ago, at my age of 61. It's my way of thanking her. I can't thank you enough Debbie for this special gift for my dear Mum 💕.
Welcome to our world of sewing!
@@debbieshore Thank you Debbie. Any chance of doing a tutorial on a crossbody phone bag with a zip on the top and a pocket on the side?
Thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge in bag making with all of us. I have learned so much from you and so appreciate your video tutorials. The best part is seeing the "joy of sewing" that comes across from you to us!!
Thank you!
Thank you! You never disappoint with your designs, tutorials, or color choices. You’re so generous with your time.
Hello from Washington State, USA. I always enjoy watching you teach your viewers how to sew different projects. Thank you for your generosity.
You are very generous with your time... Since you have done it real time, we do have a rough idea on how to plan and set a good one hour for this project.... Been following your tutorials for nearly five years now.. Enjoy doing it all.... Thank you so much Debbie!!
Beautiful bag and a wonderful tutorial. Very easy to follow. Haven’t made it yet though. Thanks for sharing 😊
Love the tutorials and pleased you mentioned that you can tack the zip in by hand before you machine stitch. I tack/baste a lot more than most people as I find it makes for more accurate sewing, it takes time but it’s easier to unpick than machine stitching! ❤️
Fabulous tutorial. So clear and concise. Thamk you so much.
Thank you, Debbie, for all of your time and expert knowledge. It’s fun making the things that you so generously teach us to do. Your love of sewing as well as teaching shines in your videos. Thanks again. I’m going to love making this bag.
You have a wonderful way of teaching. I love your style. Thank you.
Ive just made this with a pink fabric (outer) and a strawberry patterned fabric (contrast) and I absolutely love the way it turned out.
I still consider myself a beginner and I didn’t struggle with this!
Thank you 😊
What is th size of the finished bag?
I just love this bag, just made my tenth, and some profit too😊
My granddaughter loved her messenger bag at Christmas; working on my second, a gift for a gal pal's birthday. Love sewing again after a long, long break. I'm hooked! Thanks Debbie!
Welcome back!
4/17/22: I am whipping them out like crazy, Debbie, following your tutorials on totes and purses. I just finished making this one and my goodness, it came out SO nice. It's my first time ever using rectangle squares, and now that I know how to use them, there's no stopping me in making other purses/totes that requires them. You make it easy because of your easy-to-follow instructions. Thanks again for yet another wonderful project.
Could I ask where the measurements fit the bag fabruc are please? 🧡
This is the first bag I have made. Thanks for making it easy to follow. It turned out really well, and I learned so much. I have now bought some nice fabric and going to make a bigger one. Once I can bring myself to cut the fabric. Thanks again.
Thank you for a fantastic tutorial Debbie, love the fabric. Zip insertion is amazing, you're like a magician and so inspiring ❤
This is a really splendid tutorial and exactly what I was looking for. Many thanks!
Just attempted this bag. Thank you for the really clear instructions. I’ve made two different ones but made one with a slightly longer strap to wear cross body. Tried to upload a photo but not sure how to do that. Thanks again Debbie from a new sewer. I have made a few of your designs now and learning so much. Denise X
Very clear, informative and professional looking 👍
Hi Debbie - Perfect tutorial. I learn something new with every video. Had never thought to sew the strap ends together like you did. It makes for a clean strap and is easy to do. Love the size and design of this bag. I only do crossbody bags and I will be making one like this. Your tutorials are always easy to understand and you give great sewing tips. Have a great week ahead. 💕🧵🌼
Absolutely brilliant video and clear instructions Debbie - thank you! I adapted it and made a slightly bigger laptop case - it’s fab!
Love the Cross bodies…..love your choice of colours….thank you for sharing 😘
Thank you Debbie for the tutorial, I have just completed this bag and am inspired by you to return to sewing after an absence of roughly 30 yrs 😏 x
I learned so much in this tutorial. It turned out perfectly.
This is the best bag ever, I’ve made a few of them. Thank you Debbie for clear instructions.
what a lovely ambassador for all us sewist, cannot beat this lady xxx
I’ve made 3 and are working on 3 more. People love these. I’ve sold 4. 😁 Thank you! I’ve learned so much from you!!!!!
Very Nice tutorial, your video is easy to follow, even for a beginner sewer!
I’m so excited to make this bag. You always provide all the necessary details…and, make it look so easy. Thank you
Wow, love this. My next project, have made a few of your other designs. Your instructions are so good with easy explanations and great visuals! Thanks!
Thank you Debbie for a wonderful design as usual, I made the first one to your measurements; then I made another 2” larger
I've recently been looking for a small bag with a flap, this came at the exact right time. Thank you.
Hi Debbie just finished making my first bag using yours and 2 other you tubers designs, to personalise my own bag with more pockets. And larger bag, you make it look so simple my young Grandaughter wants me to make her one now.
Absolutely wonderful tutorial. THANK YOU so much for sharing your amazing talent.
Made this bag out of pieces I had left over from making a viscose top. I used Decovil light to stabilise the viscose and it worked beautifully. Thank you Debbie for suggesting this on your other bag tutorial with the Venice scene viscose fabric.
You're SO talented! Love the little iron as well.
I love and appreciate you Debbie. Iam learning so much from you.❤️
Thanks so much
I love the size of the bag. Lovely fabric. I will definitely try to make this bag! Thank you for the tutorial.🌹
Thankyou Debbie I've made your bag brilliant video I love it 😀
Love your tutoral ,you make them easy to follow. I've finally made my first bag and am definitely making more.thank you.
Debbie It's Pamie from NY. I just finished this lovely bag. I love it
I was needing a bag for a trip back home and all I had made were to small. I thought I give this one a go. It's perfect for traveling, shopping and dinner out. You have wonderful tutorials they really let a beginner like me look talented to my family and friend. Have a great Day! Cheers
Thank you!
@Pam Harney, hello from Texas. Since you made this bag, could you provide the approx finished measurements. I have 2 teenage neighbor girls I’m thinking of making for Christmas presents. Thank you
Fantastic! Just made my first bag. Thank you so much Debbie for your great instructions - I’m delighted with it! Cheers Meredithe
Great instructions and lovely result .. thank you..
Just completed this using cork fabric from your website. You explain things so clearly, thank you! LOVE my new bag 🙂
Love this bag. I think I will make this bag using leather. Thanks for making this video. Can’t wait to make it for a winter bag.
Ann from Va. USA 🇺🇸
I actually used your tutorial and design and adapted it slightly to make a satchel...and it looks amazing. Thanks for all your videos, they are great 😊
I just made a bag. It was so easy! Thank you so much Debbie for showing. I am so proud of my new bag 😊❤️
Thank you Debbie. I love your videos. So easy to follow being a beginner. ⭐⭐
Perfect!!! Thank you....this is my next project.....so many to choose from you Debbie😊
Thank you so much Debbie, I’m learning so much from you.
thank you Debbie. great. bless. enjoy yr weekend. kisses to Bobbin!!!
Thank you so much for this tutorial. My mom loved my messenger bag so much, I made a bag for her.
Fab instruction loved watching the tutorial!!!
I absolutely love this!! I’m going to make it for my secret Santa at work! Looks so easy to follow! Thank you x
I can't wait to make these... and just in time for back to school!!! I love it, your tutorial was so easy to follow!!! Great tips 😀
Thank you again for another great tutorial! You are the best!
Thank you Debbie for another great tutorial. This is going to be my next make after my holiday.
Back home now , so starting it theirs week 26th July. I never really knew you could cut a zip until watching you. 🤩
Amazing tutorial! I'm going to get stuck in and churn out a few for gifts, i think.
this is so darn cute. I will be making me one. Thanks for sharing
thank so much for this video debbie
Your tutorials are always fabulous!!!
I love your bag tutorials, I am really enjoying making the different designs. Thank you! On the off chance that the beautiful fabrics used here may still be available somewhere, do you happen to know the design and who made it please?
Love your tutorials.
I love your tutorials, always easy to follow. Thanks x
Wonderful bag tutorial, thanks. I love your "real time" sewing. Makes creating more do-able.
I made one today. I love this bag so much
Love the pattern. Thank you. Excited to make one 💞
Oh Debbie, I started sewing because of you. You inspired me, and continue to inspire me, so thank you! Please continue with your wonderful videos, as I always learn something new. Can you maybe do a video on a faux leather messenger bag? Lots of thanks, Honda.
Thank you!
Gorgeous bag I’ve got the measurements Debbie on my list to do. Thankyou.x
Nice one. Thanx for always being such a warm thorough instructor
Thank you for explaining. I have eye disease so it really helps.
So beautiful, love it ❤️ thank you so much great instructions.
Getting ready to make this! Can’t wait to start! Could the fleece be on the inner side of the flap so the magnetic snap be on the stronger side? I’m using canvas, it might not make a difference . But could I?
Love this. Looks such a useful size. Thank you for another great tutorial 😊
Beautiful purse. Thank you. I still miss Alfie.
hi ive just made this bag,im very new to sewing but ive managed to make it,its not perfect but im ok with,thanks
Awesome bag! I love it! I think I know what my granddaughter’s will be getting for Christmas this year! Their always wanting a new bag for their things, that will also hold their tablets. And I have 5 granddaughters. But if I use a more boyish fabric my 2 grandsons might want one for their tablet and games also.
Great idea!!
Thank you for your tutorial❤️
Me encantan todos sus trabajos Debbie, aunque mi ingles no es muy bueno, entiendo sus explicaciones muy bien. Saludos desde Palma de Mallorca. España. Muchas Gracias-
OMG! When you ever flipped the ends of straps...how did I never know to do that? I always fold ends in... Thank you!!
Hello Debbie. I'm very new to bag making, but making progress using your wonderful tutorials. I've just made up this messenger bag and a matching cross body phone bag for my niece for Christmas this year. However, my other niece has just go a super fab job and I thought I would send her a bag like this to be a laptop bag as she now only has a 200 metre commute to work lucky thing, and doesn't need to take her car. So, can I upsize this messenger bag to become a laptop bag? Would it work? She needs a strap, so the laptop bags I have found on your size may not be the thing without the straps. My Christmas list includes your books BTW! 😁
What is your little ironing board made out of? Great tutorial!
l really enjoyed your tutorial,l will have ago making it.Thank you.
Did you add interfacing to all of the pieces that you did not add the fusible fleece to…….love your teaching style
Excited to try this bag
Hi All can someone tell me where to find the description box for fabric measurement. I can't wait to make this bag
love this bag!
HI, what a wonderful project. Thank you for sharing it. What size seam allowance is used, please?
I used 1/4”, glad you like it!
Hi Debbie this iss hazel from missouri I juat love the messanger bag
Great tutorial
Fabulous, easy tutorial but what brand is your sewing machine please
This ones an Elna 670
Nice work
Would it be ok to make the man body of the bag with Bosal for firmer bag?
Debbie....I have a question...is there a reason why when you sew a zip pocket, you sometimes use two pieces of fabric and sew or in this tutorial, you used one piece and folded? Just want to be sure.....thanks!
Doesn’t make a difference really, just different techniques
Starting to make this bag, 'cause it's so darn cute! :) Btw, what's the size of the magnetic snap, 18mm (3/4")? Thanks!
I used an 18mm snap... glad you like it!
Debbie could the bag be made with Harris tweed ? I have just finished the backpack.
That would look lovely!
love it. I prefer to draw a square in the corner to make the boxed bottom. Easier to measure and sew especially with all the bulk
I would love to make but don’t see the instructions for sizes of cut fabric. Thank you