Swoon Patterns
Annette Handbag & Tote
Annette Handbag & Tote
Perfect for all occasions, this Satchel Handbag and Commuter Tote are as stylish as they are practical. With a sleek and classic look, this bag features handles, a removable shoulder strap, two exterior pockets and one zippered pocket. Instructions are included for vinyl and woven fabrics, as well as pattern pieces for two bag sizes.
Instructions are included in English & French.
SIZING / FINISHED MEASUREMENTS FOR THE ANNETTE HANDBAG & TOTE:
Satchel Handbag:
Wide: 13" (33 cm)
Tall: 9" (22.9 cm)
Deep: 5" (12.5 cm)
Commuter Tote:
Wide: 18" (45.7 cm)
Tall: 12" (30.5 cm)
Deep: 7" (17.8 cm)
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE ANNETTE HANDBAG & TOTE:
Materials Needed for Handbag Satchel:
- 1/3 yard of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight exterior fabric
- 2/3 yard (0.61 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight lining fabric
- 2/3 yard (0.61 m) of contrasting fabric, woven or vinyl
- 2/3 yard (0.61 m) of foam interfacing (such as Pellon Flexfoam FF77)
- 1/4 yard (0.23 m) of fusible heavy stabilizer (such as Pellon Peltex 71F)
- 3 yards (2.74 m) of fusible woven interfacing (such as Pellon Shapeflex SF101)
- 2/3 yard (0.61 m) of fusible web (such as Pellon WonderUnder 805) - optional
- Two (2) x 1” (25 mm) swivel clips
- Two (2) x 3/4” (18 mm) D-rings
- Four (4) x 1” (25 mm) rectangle rings
- 1 x 16” (40.6 cm) (or longer) all-purpose zipper (main compartment)
- 1 x 7” (17.8 cm) all-purpose zipper (pocket)
- Fabric glue (such as Beacon Fabritac)
- Coordinating thread
Materials Needed for Commuter Tote:
- 1/2 yard (0.46 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight exterior fabric
- 1 yard (0.9 m) of 44” (110 cm) wide quilting weight lining fabric
- 3/4 yard (0.69 m) of contrasting fabric, woven or vinyl
- 1 1/4 yards (1.14 m) of foam interfacing (such as Pellon Flexfoam FF77)
- 3/8 yard (0.34 m) of fusible heavy stabilizer (such as Pellon Peltex 71F)
- 4 yards (3.66 m) of fusible woven interfacing (such as Pellon Shapeflex SF101)
- 1 1/4 yards (1.14 m) fusible web (such as Pellon WonderUnder 805) - optional
- 4 x 1” (25 mm) rectangle rings
- 1 x 20” (50.8 cm) (or longer) all-purpose zipper (main compartment)
- 1 x 9” (22.9 cm) all-purpose zipper (pocket)
- Fabric glue (such as Beacon Fabritac)
- Coordinating thread
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - THE ANNETTE HANDBAG & TOTE:
What difficulty is the Annette Handbag & Tote?
Alicia's rating: 2/4 - You should already be somewhat familiar with sewing patterns and common sewing terms.
Can I sell the Annette bags that I make?
You MAY sell individual bags handmade by you using this pattern. Use for mass production is prohibited. If you decide to sell your handcrafted Annette Handbags or Annette Totes made using this pattern, then we would be grateful if you would mention Swoon Sewing Patterns in your online sales listing.
Is there a video tutorial for the Annette Handbag & Satchel Tote?
Swoon Sewing Patterns do not come with video tutorials, however many of our lovely friends, fans, and followers have recorded live sews, sew alongs, and advice sews. We recommend searching for 'Swoon Patterns sew alongs' on YouTube to see the latest fan-made videos.
We are currently aware of the following fan-made videos:
Brandy from Bean's Bags & Handicrafts: Sew the Annette with Brandy from Bean's Bags on YouTube
Monica from Castine Handcrafted: Part One - Sew the Annette with Monica on YouTube, Part Two - Sew the Annette with Monica from Castine Handcrafted on YouTube
Lauren from More Me Know: 2016 Handbag version - Annette Handbag and Tote , 2018 Satchel - Annette handbag and tote , 2020 Handbag - Annette handbag and tote
Please note: The Annettte Handbag & Tote is a downloadable PDF sewing pattern. It is not a finished bag, nor a paper sewing pattern. Your PDF file will be available in the Downloads area of your account immediately after checkout. You will not receive an emailed copy of this sewing pattern; please download the file from your account after checkout.