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Cross Body Purse Sewing Pattern- Beginner Friendly

Cross Body Purse Sewing Pattern- Beginner Friendly

$5

The cutest and most functional Beginner - Friendly sewing pattern!

This pattern was designed for beginners who want a project that looks impressive, but is still a bit challenging while able being totally doable on a basic sewing machine. Straight stitches only!!

This purse is very customizable! Use any patterns, embroidery, beads, thrifted fabric you like! I made one of mine from thrifted jeans - what a great project for repurposing!

Final purse body measures :

6.5”L x 3”W x 6.5”H (17cm L x 38cm W x 17cm H)

In honor of Earth Day, 50% of all sales will be donated directly to cleaning our oceans and coral reef conservation. I highly recommend using thrifted materials for this pattern! ♻️


What you’ll get:

  • 3 strap lengths for the purse

  • Step-by-step written instructions (clear + beginner-friendly)

  • Printable PDF cutting guide

  • Full-length YouTube tutorial to follow along visually


What you’ll need:

  • ½ yard main fabric

  • ½ yard lining fabric

  • ½ yard fusible interfacing

  • 2 one inch or larger D or Circle Rings

  • 8” or larger zipper

  • thread

  • pins or clips

  • hand needle

  • fabric scissors


Why you’ll love it:

  • Every step is explained and shown through graphics and video tutorial

  • Learn how to sew a zipper with confidence

  • Perfect for thrifted fabrics + natural fibers

  • Doesn't require a lot of fabric, materials, or pattern pieces

  • A quick, satisfying project you’ll actually use (or gift!)


Whether this is your first project or you just want a reliable go-to purse pattern, this is the kind of make that builds your confidence fast and makes you excited to keep sewing.

Start sewing your own custom purses today!

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Total :US$5
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