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Nora Doctor Bag

Nora Doctor Bag

£9.00 GBP
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Nora is a classic handbag inspired by doctor bag purses of the past. True to the style, this bag opens wide but does not require an expensive frame. There is one large zippered pocket in the lining. Three sizes are included in this PDF sewing pattern.


Please note: This is a downloadable PDF sewing pattern. Your PDF file will be available after checkout in the Downloads area of your account.

SIZING / FINISHED MEASUREMENTS :

Small size;
Wide: 11" (28.5 cm)
Tall: 8.5" (22 cm)
Deep: 5.5" (13.97 cm)

Large size;
Wide: 13.5" (34.29 cm)
Tall: 10" (25.4 cm)
Deep: 6" (15.24 cm)

Traveler size;
Wide: 17" (43.18 cm)
Tall: 12" (30.48 cm)
Deep: 8" (20.32 cm)

MATERIALS NEEDED FOR :

  •  1/2 yard 44” wide woven quilting weight exterior fabric (1/3 yard for Handbags)
  • 2/3 yard 44” wide quilting weight or vinyl contrasting fabric
  • 2/3 yard 44” wide quilting weight lining fabric (1 yard for Traveler)
  • 3 yards fusible woven interfacing (Pellon Shapeflex SF101) (4 yards for Traveler)
  • 1 yard 20” wide foam interfacing (Pellon FlexFoam) (or 1/2 yard Soft & Stable)
  • 1/2 yard fusible stabilizer (Pellon Peltex 71F)
  • Four 1” rectangle rings (3/4” for Small Handbag)
  • One 9” all-purpose zipper (7” for Small Handbag)
  • One small turn lock
  • 1 yard 1/4” plastic boning with cover (1.5 yards for Traveler)
  • Coordinating thread
  • Fabric clips (Binder Clips, Wonder Clips) (Optional)
  • Fabric glue (Beacon Fabri-tac) (Optional)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - :

What difficulty is the Nora Doctor Bag?

Alicia's rating: 3/4 - You should be familiar with sewing patterns and common sewing terms.

Can I sell the 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 bags 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 Nora Doctor Bag sewing pattern?

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.

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