Mr. Heckles Handbag Sew Along - Reduced to 85%

In this video I'm sewing the Mr. Heckles Handbag that has been reduced to 85% of the original pattern size. To make one just like mine you will need to follow the instructions given.
You can get the pattern here: sincerelyjenpatterns.com/prod...
Print these pieces at 85% using Adobe Acrobat Reader:
- Exterior Front
- Exterior Side
- Exterior Back Bottom
- Exterior Back Top
- Bottom Panel
- Lining Main
- Lining Top
- Interior Slip Pocket
Print these pieces at 100% using Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Zipper Overlay
Cut these pieces using the dimensions listed below:
- Four (4) Handle Connector Accents (1.5" x 10.25")
- Four (4) Handle Connector Webbing (1") (10.25" long)
- Two (2) Handle Webbing (1") (16" long)
- Two (2) Crossbody Connector Webbing (1") (3" long)
- Two (2) Side Panel Accent (6" x 3")
- Two (2) Exterior Slip Pocket Panels (6" x 7")
- Two (2) Interior Zipper Pocket Panels (10" x 7")
- Four (4) Zipper Panels (12" x 1.25")
Products used:
Exterior Leather - www.etsy.com/shop/oneway52
Lining Fabric - weftandwarpco.com/
Hardware, zippers, snips, clips, screwdriver, zipper pulls, rivets - moremeknow.com/
Thread - siahswagbags.com/
Decovil Light and Heavy - royalpixiefabric.com/collecti...
Royalty free music from bensound.com

[@bearscritter]

Perfection! I love both 100% and 85%. You did awesome!!! Thanks for sharing with us all!

[@bonniekeough2254]

Just bought the pattern, plan to make the reduced size, thank you for the video. Would love to see how to add a divider, looks like the perfect bag for that.

[@tyragryder2695]

I love your patterns and your videos!! Thanks for sharing your talent!!!

[@carolhouston8957]

Beautiful colors did a wonderful job

[@dsmith7ify]

Your color choices are so elegant! This is a great pattern at 110%, 100%, 85%, or 70%. Well done!

[@mariasmith1631]

Beautiful.

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

Thank you!

[@margarethemphill606]

It’s cute, I like the 85% it’s the perfect size. Thanks for the video

[@sparklemint2458]

I sew slowly too! I like that you sew slow. Better for tutorials ❤

[@kathrynostergreen8480]

You can use a heavy-duty domestic machine like a brother heavy duty machine it can handle up to 4 to 5 layers of leather or vinyl depending upon the thickness or the item.

[@handmadebyfaith4063]

I had problems with my neck and shoulders also but I lifted all my tables, cutting and sewing and I haven’t had any issues since then.

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

I haven't really tried adjusting anything yet, so I really should do that.

[@sandybloniarz7638]

I would like the tutorial on Center pocket.

[@tesshunter4494]

This awesome bag is just my size ❤ Will there be acrylic pattern templates?

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

Yes! That Template shop is going to carry them at regular size and 85%! I need to check with them to see when they will be listed!

[@roxannericchio3556]

Thank you for this vieo. I just completed the 100% bag. If I do not use seatbelt webbing would I cut the with of the straps and connectors the same width as the 100% pattern?

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

Yes!

[@beckihahn6512]

Great video! Do you think it is possible to sew this weight of leather on Juki TL18?

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

I haven't ever used that machine, so I don't really have any input. There is a group on Facebook called Juki Junkies that might be helful!

[@sewinglifeisfun]

You can remove the wheel cover exposing the joint so you can get oil there.

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

Thank you! I'm going to check that out!

[@sewinglifeisfun]

Did you ever get that wheel checked out?

[@roxannericchio3556]

Do you taper the side seam of the lining as you sew up the sides for a smaller fit inside the bag?

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't. I think usually if I use thicker interfacing like foam, then I will be more likely to increase the seam allowance.

[@jalangstead]

Hi - this is the first time ive made a reduced size pattern (scary). I'm not going to use webbing so would my Handle Connectors be the same as the 100% size (2"x11.5") or should i do as (1.5" x 10.25") Thank you

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

I would make them 2" x 10.25"

[@rebekahkui]

Hi Jen. What mm/oz was your leather? Thank you! Just picked up the Apothecary, Heckles and Duncan 😊. So much more I want to get 😂

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

I just looked up the listing from when I bought it and it was .80 mm

[@rebekahkui]

@@SincerelyJenPatterns thank you!

[@beckywalsh844]

How long and what temperature do you use to fuse the Decovil to the leather.

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

I put it in my heat press for 10 mins. I think it is set to 285°F

[@jalangstead]

My lining top isnt long enough as it was 85% according to list ?

[@jalangstead]

I think ive printed wrong

[@elainen5151]

What are the finished dimensions of the 85% bag?

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

It's about 9.5" High x 13" Wide x 3.5" Deep

[@welshwitch2126]

I’m trying to write all the measurements down on my pattern for the 85%. You mention handle connectors in the video as 9.75., but in the description box it says 10.25. Does the difference of .5” matter? I’m terrible at math, I should add. Sorry😂

[@SincerelyJenPatterns]

Once I finished the bag, I decided they would be better if they were half an inch longer. That's why I listed them at 10.25". So definitely use that measurement!