This is a PDF Pattern (Digital Download) for the Esperanza Handbag
Digital downloads are non-refundable.
Pattern written in inches.
The Esperanza Handbag is a large handbag that can be carried by the ready to grab handles or worn cross-body or over the shoulder. The bag has two large exterior slip pockets on the front and back that can showcase beautiful prints. Inside there is another slip pocket and a zippered pocket.
Finished Size: 11" H x 15" W x 5" D
10% of Launch Weekend Sales - August 14-17th, 2020 to be donated to British Columbia Children's Hospital.
Complexity: On a scale of Boisterous Beginner/Adventurous Intermediate/Excitingly Advanced, this is Boisterous Beginner. Domestic friendly. Rectangular pieces are only given by cut chart.
YouTubers are welcome to do their own tutorials should they wish. Please do not include pattern pages or paper pattern pieces within your video as this does violate the terms delineated within the pattern.
Fabric Requirements
1 yd Faux Leather, Vinyl, Leather, Cork
1/2 yd Exterior Print
1.25 yds Woven Fabric for Lining
2.5 yds Woven Interfacing such as Pellon ShapeFlex101 “SF101” (20” WOF)
(1) 5” x 12.25” Pellon 71F Fusible Peltex or Decovil “Heavy” 526
Hardware Requirements
(1) 1" or larger - O-Ring, D-Ring, or Belt Buckle (for front tie/clasp)
(2) 1” Swivel Clasps
(1) 1” Strap Sliders
(2) 1” D-Rings
(2) #5 Zipper Sliders for Zipper Tape
(1) 10” #5 Zipper Tape
(1) 14” #5 Zipper Tape
(10-12) Medium Rivets
(1) Zipper End
(1) 1/2” or 3/4” Swivel Clasp (optional for flap clasp vs tie - make sure it works with your chosen front connector!)
(1) Handmade or logo tag (optional)
(2) 1” Strap Ends (optional)
(4-6) Purse Feet (optional)
Extra Supplies
Double Sided Tape (3/8” if possible, otherwise, cut to size)
Fray check
FriXion Pen, Tandy Silver pen, or something to mark the exterior of Vinyl but still wipe away.
EdgeKote or Sharpie pen (optional)
Stapler and staples (optional)
Pliers (optional)
Special thanks and credit given to Erica-Lee Helgerson of Lavender & Twine Patterns for the use of her method for the hidden side connectors. Find her patterns at https://www.lavender-and-twine.com!
