HOW TO MAKE A LEATHER CLUTCH PURSE
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
- DIY Leather Clutch Purse step by step easy to follow tutorial. Video covers how to draft the pattern or you can purchase the pattern.
A clutch is a great beginner friendly project for someone just starting their sewing journey or if you are new to working with leather. Take your time and follow all the steps, once you make your first one, you will have the confidence to make more. Changing up the materials, hardware or key details can give this project a wide range of finished possibilities.
I show you how, the rest is up to you!!
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Pattern available for download:
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Drafting Pattern
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Oaktag Pattern Paper
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Scissors, 8"
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Leather
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13” X 26”
Lining ¼” yard
10 ½” Zipper (I wanted a “beefy” zipper with metal teeth, because leather was thick, so used one that was jacket weight)
Optional (for Tassel):
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You have a very clear, very soothing voice, you should be on the radio. Nice bag too!
If you can help me find a job I would LOVE that!
I'm with you on that, my wife and I said the same thing. She looks, and even speaks a little like Howard Stern's co-host Robin Quivers.
I still love this just as much as when I saw this tutorial the first timeb5 years ago
Concise and clear tutorial!
Thank you so much for tutorial
You're welcome, tag me on IG if you make one!
My first thought on turning the zipper stop was "skive it!"...but then I realized that's a bit advanced for this video... Really enjoying these how-to's. No matter your skill level, there's always something to learn. :)
Awwhhh yes the skiver! You are right it makes a major difference. I wish there was one that was automated (that I could recommend, not too expensive, around $200) but have not come across it. I went industrial and agree its a must have if doing heavy weight leather.
After making a couple fold over clutches, I ran across this video. I really wanted to start working with leather but it wasn't cost effective right then so I drafted a pattern but didn't do anything with it for a couple months. Today I revisited the pattern and decided to draft a larger one and use some outdoor camo fabric (that's what my sister wanted). I'm about halfway through and must say thank you in advance for setting me up for success with your video. Zippers sometimes give me the blues but I haven't had much success using Heatnbond so I didn't use the drop in method. I email pic when I finished.
Hi. First I LOVE camo so can't wait to see how yours turned out. Heat and Bond can be tricky, it's basically iron on glue (my goal is give people options and work arounds if you are sewing with leather).
My hope is this - - you will master this project and have confidence so when I trot out the next level (cuz its coming) you'll be like: Listen B I can make that! Bring it on. And I hope your sister is happy with what you made for her.
i am loving these clutches
I'm so glad UA-cam recommended me this video, I have been wanting a nice clutch for a while and they are so expensive. your video is so well explained, I am looking forward to making this
Hermoso trabajo!!!! Precioso!!!! Gracias por compartir!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏
Muchas gracias ... Espero que pruebes esto!
This was great! Thanks
Thank you. I hope you will make it.
My mind has been blown! Watching this makes me believe that I can make my own leather bag because you made it look simple and showed that you don't need some sort of industrial sewing machine and equipment to do it. And it's funny because my dad was a furrier and then worked in the leather trade many years ago so I feel like I am coming full circle back to my childhood. Excited that I can pick his brains (and maybe his contacts!!) for some leather tips! This video was fantastic. New subscriber here and I shall be trawling through your other videos. Thank you.
@Tonia Kelly Hi there. Sounds like you know how to sew already...if that's the case then you are THIS close to being able to make a leather bag. Your father is probably thrilled you want to get some tips from him, soak them up every chance you get! You don't need an industrial BUT if you can get your hands on a used one (no need to buy new, Dad might be able to pull some strings) then you will be cooking with gas. My hope is that everyone that tries my tutorials get great results, so I hope the same for you.
Love the tutorial, great job. Love your hair even more!
Thanks! Nice of you to say. :)
thank you
You're welcome! Make bags!
very well explained and very smooth voice :-) Thanks!
beautiful loved the tutorial
I hope you make many in all kinds of colors change up the details and make it your own.
Thank you sooooo much for this well explained, clear tutorial. I came here specifically to see how you top stitch leather when using a zipper. I tried doing it on a folded seam the usual way and broke three needles....smh!!! I love your lining method also for this!!!! I'm trying this today.
Good! I'm glad this is helpful for you.
Very good tutorial. Thank you for the easy instructions. I'm a fan.🙂
You're welcome, may you make many in fabulous colors.
Excellent job. The bag looks great and your tutorial was very well done.
Thank you. I hope you will make a few and enjoy them as much as I have, they make great gifts. I posted another tutorial on how to paint and stencil your own design - - maybe that will further inspire you.
Great video and well explained. This was a great project! Love it!
You made one?! How did it turn out??
Glad I found your channel, got a brown leather pair of pants that are way way way too small, so I going to utilize the leather and make me a oversize leather clutch similar to yours and have fun with it for the summer. I love chocolate leather. Great job. I,ve been sewing for many years and never use the heating balm, definitely will be using it. Save time. Thxs for sharing.
You are welcome! Sounds like those pants will have new life in no time! Pls. do email me when done would love to see how they turned out.
Muito linda. Amei, ficou super elegante. Parabens!
Obrigado. Espero que você faça um!
Beautiful
Thank you....so does that mean you will be making one???
iLoveLeatherNYC yes!!
Love it, I have a lot of leather from my mom will, so thank you for you beautiful Clutch bag, we are watching from San Antonio Texas
I LOVE LEATHER!!! WHOOOP!! but I guess you knew that...lol. Glad you got a stash from your mom, please tag me on IG or email me when you get one or more of them done - - I always want to see what people make and be included in your craft queen-ness! iloveleathernyc@gmail.com / @blackbirddillinger
Thank you very much, your video is very helpful!
You made one?! How'd it turn out??!!
منظمه وجميله وتوصيل المعلومه ببساطه برغم ان مش فاهمه اللغه بس شرحك واااافي
الخطوات ، ثم المتابعة حتى بدون ترجمة. اصنع واحدة للممارسة ، والثانية ستكون مثالية.
shukraan lik. amul 'an tatamakan min ruyat alkhutuat , thuma almutabaeat hataa bidun tarjumata. asnae wahidat lilmumarasat , walththaniat satakun mathaliat.
It will help me in my third semester of my textile designer courses wow thnks
Good luck in school! You're welcome.
Yes Ma'am!!!! I'm hooked to your channel already!! I love this!!
I'm hooked too! lol. Hope to be posting some new content soon, stay tuned!
Gostei muito. Parabéns.
De nada. Espero que você tente.
Awesome. So classy! Thank you.
You are welcome! Tag me on IG if you make one!
Excellent tutorial and thank you for including the measurements and supply link. Am thinking if one wanted to convert it into a wrislet version they could also do it plus perhaps add a magnetic closure to keep the flap in place. Am definitely going to try it plus add a zippered pocket to its lining.
Sounds like you have some really good ideas. I hope it turns out nicely.
Great work. Congratulations!
Thanks! I hope you will make some for yourself.
So I’m terrified to try with leather but used fabric. Thanks so much for this tutorial!!!
I totally understand! Leather can be tricky BUT if you have mastered the fabric then for sure you can do leather. Get something inexpensive (a scrap) nothing too heavy or stiff and do it. Email me if you need some further encouragement.
Hey Party People! Thank you for checking this out and considering trying the clutch for yourself. A video on how I made my tassels + 3 options has been posted. ua-cam.com/video/cC9uxakjRjY/v-deo.html
Amazing working
Your channel is super fantastic! I really love it! This was so well done and very easy to follow. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome gift! I will be back!
Your welcome. Now go get some materials!
Got a whole closet full now and gonna be sewing some new stuff thanks to you wonderful you!
Have you checked out the DIY video I've posted on the DIY Longchamp Pliage Tote?! If you liked the clutch you will LOVE this.
Thank you :)
Lovely & cool
Thanks! I hope you will make one.
Awesome thanks
Your welcome! I wish you bag success.
That’s my cousin 💗
Hey Cuz!
Thanks. Great techniques. Just subscribed.
My pleasure, welcome aboard.
You are such an inspiration to me. I have leather which I still haven’t cut (fear of messing up) and to watch you seamlessly create...this inspires me to at least make a bag for Christmas 2020... thank you.
I know how you feel! Leather can be tricky. Do this to ease your anxiety. Make a denim version first. Denim is inexpensive but rigid and forces you to sew accurately. By a yard of it and make several (give them as gifs or use them for cosmetics) when you can sew it flawlessly you are ready for leather. Also see video for best tools + tips and tricks. You must START strong (cutting straight and really good pattern) to finish STRONG.
This is very nice...
Thanks! Make one and get your humble brag on!
Love the asymmetrical clutch just too gorgeous. I really need to get my sewing machine out of storage to do some gorgeous bags like you. :-D. Could you possible show how you make tassel? Thanks
+yvettebooth67 Awwwhhhhh thanks! I love making these projects. Yes I hope you will dust off your machine and fall in love with sewing again. I can post a video on how I make tassels but you have to promise to make one. :)
going to make these for Christmas gifts
Terrific news! The good thing is that you don't need that much fabric / leather or material to do it. I'm going to post an updated video and give you guys a few more ideas / options. If you start sewing before I do - - make a second pattern with rounded or curved corners.
+iLoveLeatherNYC thank you for the information, I'm extremely new to pattern making, after watching this video you have made it understandable. I can't wait for the update video.
Love this !
I want to matching clutches and the net front leather berets!
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THAT is a great idea....!
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So amazing!!! Love it. New subbie!!!
Welcome to the Party!
you are amazing
(blushing) Awh...thats sweet of you...thanks!
wooooooow!!!! love iiiit
Thanks! hope you make one and LOVE it!
you made my day..... Keep them coming, Love the bag
Awesome. Just discovered your youtubes. Can't wait to see more. And yes for the tassels.
You ready for a tassel DIY? I'm working on it and will have it posted in a few days, hang on!
Hi Ms. Dillinger, thank you for your video. I'm venturing out to make the clutch pattern Please clarify if I interpreted the pattern correctly. I understand that the 11-1/4" already "includes" the 5" that needs to be folded correct? Thanks for your support. Alicia.
Yes.
This is great!
Thanks, I hope you will make one!
Nice!👍
Thanks! Now make a few and see how EASY it is.
Perfeito linda
Parabéns
Muito obrigado.
Instead of the tasks can I insert a wrist strap? Do you have a video on how to do that?
I don't have a video on how to make a strap, but if you want to schedule a 'zoom' call I could try and walk you thru it. Email me: Iloveleathernyc@gmail.com
Sick cute!!!!
hi! I love it. where is the video for how to make a tassel?? thanks a bunch!!
Check through my posted videos.
THANKS!
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very good
Thanks let me know if you make one!
Where do you purchase your leather it’s beautiful!!!????!!
Mostly from a place called Global Leather in NYC also a few places on line I found through Etsy.
very nice, thank you....tassel please????
A video? Well I did say I'd post one if you one of you asked. Not sure when, but yes I will get one up. But you must PINKY PROMISE to make one - - these videos are hard work. lol.
Great video!!! Can the lining be sewn to the front and back pieces first then stitched togethet as two pieces vs. dropping in lining separate later?
I've never tried that, don't know. If you have advanced sewing skills try it and see. The worst that will happen is you will have to redo it.
I really appreciate your time in making this video. I have a question, was this real leather and where did you purchase it? thanks again.
Hi. Unless otherwise mentioned I always use leather for my projects. If you are interested in what I used please email me directly.
iloveleathernyc@gmail.com
Thank you! I love this clutch. If I wanted to make it into a cross body bag, how would I add the strap?
I would add large grommets to the front/back at each side, just below where it naturally folds and place these close to the edge. Next I would make a long strap and add spring clips to each end. The spring clips can be attached to the grommets, hope that makes sense. If not please email me and I can explain further.
That makes perfect sense! I'm going to try tonight. Thanks!
Super! Just make sure you measure the total distance / opening of the spring clip, this will determine how far away to place the grommet.
Hi there! I love your tutorial, beautifully done. can you please link the tassel video? Thank you so much
Hi there...At the moment there is not a video on how I make tassels, however I am finishing it up now and will have it posted by the end of the week.
iLoveLeatherNYC Thank you so much for your reply. I can't wait. Happy Holidays! God bless!
Hi there! Love the tassel video! thank you!
How tick is the leather? and what size needle do you recommend? Thanks again.
Video on how I make tassels has been posted.
All information about what I used can be found in the description box. I cannot tell you how thick the leather is as I do not have the tool that measures that. Use your best judgement.
Would have liked to see you sew. Tenison, width, length settings. Good job.
Thank you for your comment. See me sew and why I don't show? The biggest reason is that area where the sewing machine is set up is not that nice looking (think messy corner) if I ever get my studio out of the construction phase I might. Perhaps I'll post a studio tour when its all done.
Looking forward to seeing more of you lovely sewing projects. 😊
Great work. When you added the lining, did you only use the tape?
+Fabian Delven Yes the lining was set with the bonded tape. If any part of this makes you nervous practice first to make sure you can ace it.
Hello is the pattern still available? The link isn’t coming up .
Love it! I'm new in this where do you get the zipper?
Thanks! I live in New York so buy all of my trims and materials in the Fashion District. If you need help souring something email me, perhaps I can help.
Im confused as to why you did the lining this way rather than to sew it in?... is there a reason in particular?
Hey. Not really just how I do it. The great thing about construction is that you can do what you wanna do once you know the basics.
@@iLoveLeatherNYC got ya... thanks.
Love it! What temperature heat did you use on heat and bond with leather?
I used the highest temperature my iron would allow. Caution tho, my zipper was metal so that heated up as well. Do you have a hot glue gun? You can use that instead, does the same thing.
quick question about the lining, So u don't have to sew the lining in the clutch? How long will it last before the lining come apart?
No you don't have to sew it, use the heat and bond. If you are concerned then carefully go over it again, walk the machine slowly over previous stitches and sew it from the top side. Or if you want fast and gangster go for hot glue or E6000.
I love this bag and the tutorial but what is the approximate size of you scratch leather for your tassels? I am about to make it tight now everything is laid out on my counter
So did you sew through the Ultra heat bond when topstitching the zipper????
Initially no. Sew first, then glue in the lining. I did go back and sew it (I traced over the top stitching), but I can do that because I use an industrial sewing machine and it can sew through all the layers - - if you have a home set up, it may not have the power to do it.
Thank you, I may be able to so it I have an old kennmore machine.
If that is not genuine leather, it might be "pleather". It's nice and looks very close to leather. Good video.
Its leather, purchased from a leather store in NYC. Its one of my favorite places to shop.
Hi. Very beautiful bag. Am new at making bags but this one is a must try. Just a quick question I was going through the pattern length. Is it 112/4 + 5inches for the flap or the flap is included in the 111/4 inc measurements?
Hi. Hope this helps. The TOTAL dimension on the left side (includes the fold over) = 11.25" , the TOTAL dimension on right side (includes fold over) = 8.50", the width at the bottom = 11.25". Connect all the lines. Now to this to add your seam allowance. I normally use .375, but do what's best for you. The 5" fold over is to give you an idea of how much it should be. How's that?
@@iLoveLeatherNYC Thanks a lot. That really helped.
@@julietyerishaharrison4212 You're welcome. Let me know how it turns out.
Hello again, may I ask what type of machine do you use for your leather projects? or any suggestions? currently looking around for a nice leather sewing machine. thank you.
I use several kinds of industrial machines for the leather goods I sew (Juki, Seiko, Tuff Sew) they all serve a different purpose. Check local suppliers (they are heavy to ship) then Ebay, Craig's list for a used model. It need not be brand new to do a good job bypass ones that do fancy stitches. Most important is being able to sew thru several thick layers of leather easily a machine with a "walking foot" will do that. Hope that helps.
Thank you for your reply. Do you use walking foot on your machines?
I use a variety of machines. At some point I may post an equipment video. In the meantime best to do your homework to figure out what your needs are.
Nicely done video! Where by chance did you find that beefy zipper? I've been looking for one that has a more stylish metal pull than the standard YKK.
botanitrim.com
You can call and order it online. They have really nice pulls, plus a large selection of options in terms of teeth and tape colors. If you need more help from me email me directly, I shop there constantly. I can walk you through what to order.
My info:
iloveleathernyc@gmail.com
Awesome tutorial! How durable is the head bond? Does it start to separate after a while or is it good at staying put?
Heat and bond? I'd say it's decent BUT as mentioned in the video I went back over it and sewed the existing stitches...it's basically like hot glue but a strip.
iLoveLeatherNYC Yes! "Heat and Bond" auto correct is such a pain! lol Thank you so much ☺
Awesome tutorial. What type of fabric did you use for the lining?
Silk. The print was to die for and I had to have it, HOWEVER because it is so thin I took an extra step to bond it with a light weight fusible interfacing to give it some more body. The one I use on my projects gives reinforcement but still leaves it soft - - hope that helps.
iLoveLeatherNYC Thanks. I thought that's what it was but didn't want to assume.
No lie you gotta an eagle eye!
Where do you get your leather materials? Also, what sewing machine do you use for this?
I buy leather from a few different locations but mostly from a place in New York called Global Leather. In terms of machines I have an industrial Juki, but if you use a soft leather or one that is not too thick you can make this bag with a regular machine, just be sure to use the correct kind of needle. This bag can also be sewn by hand.
Let me tell you! I really want to learn how to do this. I made the pattern like you did and was trying all weekend to do this on my machine, but my stitches on the bottom were all tangled up in knots. I ripped everything out and will try again, but I’m trying to figure out why my thread was all bunched up.
LOVE YOUR VIDEO! I’ve already picked out what leather I’m going to use as soon as I really figure out how to do this.
@@rhondaverma6358 Yikes. First and foremost are you using the correct sewing machine needle? This comes in a special package marked for "leather" these have a diamond point. Second you may have to lengthen your stitch. Also your leather may be too thick. Try sewing one layer, if you can do that then TWO may be too much for your machine. Please don't ruin your machine by pushing it beyond its limits...if all these things fail? Sew by hand.
I made. one it turned out very sleek . I don't know how to add pictures for you to see
Thats terrific, yes I would love to see it! Please email me, photos can be sent to the email address: iloveleathernyc@gmail.com
I missed the measurements for the bag. Could you post :)
I don't have finished measurements to share with you. But if you watch the video again you'll see the dimensions for the pattern drafting, this will give you some idea.
Great! What is the name of the leather that you used? And this model can be made with syntect material?
Embossed Croc. You can use most anything to make this bag, however if you use fabric you have to change the seam allowance.
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I'm gonna make like a million bags lol
Ok......I have cut out all my pattern pieces.
Question......
Listed is 1/4 yd fabric for lining.....
Pattern shows as....11 1/2” by 8 1/2”
Using any standard width fabric.....36” 45” 54”.....
Shouldn’t it be 1/3 yd of lining for pattern piece to fit?
This is an estimate since I'm using fabric I'd already purchased. Use your best judgement, once pieces are drafted you'll see how much you need.
where do you find your leather?
I buy from several resources but my favorite and most reliable is GLOBAL LEATHER, they are located in New York.
I promise as soon as i get to that storage a dust that sewing machine.
thank you
lol. YOU are welcome!! I hope you will make MANY for yourself.
A Murphy
I'm gonna make like a million bags lol
I hope you do! I've made three so far... When you change up the materials it looks really different. This clutch is easy once you have your pattern. If you are on Instagram and make one, please tag me would love to see it! Good luck.