Easy Bucket Bag Purse FREE Sewing Pattern

Easy Bucket Bag Purse FREE Sewing Pattern

This bucket bag pattern is the ideal project for those of you who would like to experiment with different materials. The bucket bag can be carried as a cross body, or as a pail (which means by hand).  Bear in mind, the definition of bucket applies here and if you want to carry the bag on one shoulder, then perhaps you need to make the straps a little longer.

Materials:

• 1/2 yard, 54″ wide upholstery fabric, thick canvas (see recommendations below)
• 1/2 yard, 54″ wide Lining fabric
• 1/2″ Bias tape, one roll (approx 2 yards)
• 17 mm Grommets
• Polyester Thread for sewing canvas
• Double-sided tape 3/8″ wide
• One large bead for the tassel with a 10mm hole
• Pellon Peltex
• Magnetic bag clasp (optional)

Tools:

• Kam tool
• Zipper foot
• Jeans needle
• Inches to centimeters converter (Optional)
• Rotary cutter (optional)
• Exacto or craft knife (Optional)

You might want to check this Convertible Bucket FREE Sewing Tutorial.