How to sew a messenger bag by Debbie Shore

[@cherylwee4216]

Thank you so much Debbie. I am an absolute novice, and can't believe your detailed and accurate instructions have allowed me to make this bag perfectly. It's a gift of love for my Mum who bought me my first sewing machine a few months ago, at my age of 61. It's my way of thanking her. I can't thank you enough Debbie for this special gift for my dear Mum 💕.

[@debbieshore]

Welcome to our world of sewing!

[@cherylwee4216]

@@debbieshore Thank you Debbie. Any chance of doing a tutorial on a crossbody phone bag with a zip on the top and a pocket on the side?

[@tlsnana9539]

Thank you! You never disappoint with your designs, tutorials, or color choices. You’re so generous with your time.

[@gailsmith4310]

Thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge in bag making with all of us. I have learned so much from you and so appreciate your video tutorials. The best part is seeing the "joy of sewing" that comes across from you to us!!

[@debbieshore]

Thank you!

[@kathiehayes865]

Hello from Washington State, USA. I always enjoy watching you teach your viewers how to sew different projects. Thank you for your generosity.

[@lornalow7479]

I just love this bag, just made my tenth, and some profit too😊

[@maryzac6357]

You are very generous with your time... Since you have done it real time, we do have a rough idea on how to plan and set a good one hour for this project.... Been following your tutorials for nearly five years now.. Enjoy doing it all.... Thank you so much Debbie!!

[@beatricecollins5429]

Thank you, Debbie, for all of your time and expert knowledge. It’s fun making the things that you so generously teach us to do. Your love of sewing as well as teaching shines in your videos. Thanks again. I’m going to love making this bag.

[@valerid3218]

Made this bag yesterday. I have never made anything more than a coozie, it turned out lovely.. just one (or 2) mistakes.. putting a sew on snap and a decorative button on at some point!! Thanks so much.

[@pviewer1234]

You are an excellent teacher. You made this look fun. I am looking forward to trying to make it. Thank you!

[@maureenbrown6610]

Love the tutorials and pleased you mentioned that you can tack the zip in by hand before you machine stitch. I tack/baste a lot more than most people as I find it makes for more accurate sewing, it takes time but it’s easier to unpick than machine stitching! ❤️

[@amybaker8472]

Beautiful bag and a wonderful tutorial. Very easy to follow. Haven’t made it yet though. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@conishkee]

4/17/22: I am whipping them out like crazy, Debbie, following your tutorials on totes and purses. I just finished making this one and my goodness, it came out SO nice. It's my first time ever using rectangle squares, and now that I know how to use them, there's no stopping me in making other purses/totes that requires them. You make it easy because of your easy-to-follow instructions. Thanks again for yet another wonderful project.

[@CarolineGreen-qd8vp]

Could I ask where the measurements fit the bag fabruc are please? 🧡

[@jacquelinesmith1748]

My granddaughter loved her messenger bag at Christmas; working on my second, a gift for a gal pal's birthday. Love sewing again after a long, long break. I'm hooked! Thanks Debbie!

[@debbieshore]

Welcome back!

[@mijuliebarker9580]

what a lovely ambassador for all us sewist, cannot beat this lady xxx

[@Penny-t9g7o]

You have a wonderful way of teaching. I love your style. Thank you.

[@quinnny_]

Ive just made this with a pink fabric (outer) and a strawberry patterned fabric (contrast) and I absolutely love the way it turned out. I still consider myself a beginner and I didn’t struggle with this! Thank you 😊

[@miiii50]

What is th size of the finished bag?

[@tracyhemphill-hewitt6549]

This is the first bag I have made. Thanks for making it easy to follow. It turned out really well, and I learned so much. I have now bought some nice fabric and going to make a bigger one. Once I can bring myself to cut the fabric. Thanks again.

[@pamketron]

Hi Debbie - Perfect tutorial. I learn something new with every video. Had never thought to sew the strap ends together like you did. It makes for a clean strap and is easy to do. Love the size and design of this bag. I only do crossbody bags and I will be making one like this. Your tutorials are always easy to understand and you give great sewing tips. Have a great week ahead. 💕🧵🌼

[@bethduffus4598]

This is a really splendid tutorial and exactly what I was looking for. Many thanks!

[@denisemutter5841]

Just attempted this bag. Thank you for the really clear instructions. I’ve made two different ones but made one with a slightly longer strap to wear cross body. Tried to upload a photo but not sure how to do that. Thanks again Debbie from a new sewer. I have made a few of your designs now and learning so much. Denise X

[@chrisanndunn8814]

This is the best bag ever, I’ve made a few of them. Thank you Debbie for clear instructions.

[@dawnhammond-kemp3105]

Thank you for a fantastic tutorial Debbie, love the fabric. Zip insertion is amazing, you're like a magician and so inspiring ❤

[@lisesheeba4156]

Love the Cross bodies…..love your choice of colours….thank you for sharing 😘

[@nancycronin601]

Fabulous tutorial. So clear and concise. Thamk you so much.

[@CarolineRogan]

Absolutely brilliant video and clear instructions Debbie - thank you! I adapted it and made a slightly bigger laptop case - it’s fab!

[@christinacooper3954]

Very clear, informative and professional looking 👍

[@laneyno8]

I’m so excited to make this bag. You always provide all the necessary details…and, make it look so easy. Thank you

[@anitawatanabe4942]

I learned so much in this tutorial. It turned out perfectly.

[@wendybryan6071]

You're SO talented! Love the little iron as well.

[@Lindyanne622]

Wow, love this. My next project, have made a few of your other designs. Your instructions are so good with easy explanations and great visuals! Thanks!

[@paulinemurray2328]

Thank you Debbie for the tutorial, I have just completed this bag and am inspired by you to return to sewing after an absence of roughly 30 yrs 😏 x

[@mjclark7119]

Fantastic! Just made my first bag. Thank you so much Debbie for your great instructions - I’m delighted with it! Cheers Meredithe

[@janetevans1271]

Thank you Debbie for a wonderful design as usual, I made the first one to your measurements; then I made another 2” larger

[@lindaleedham558]

Hi Debbie just finished making my first bag using yours and 2 other you tubers designs, to personalise my own bag with more pockets. And larger bag, you make it look so simple my young Grandaughter wants me to make her one now.

[@Eagle_eagle23]

I love the size of the bag. Lovely fabric. I will definitely try to make this bag! Thank you for the tutorial.🌹

[@faithhall7806]

I can't wait to make these... and just in time for back to school!!! I love it, your tutorial was so easy to follow!!! Great tips 😀

[@karlak.7862]

I've recently been looking for a small bag with a flap, this came at the exact right time. Thank you.

[@teresaschwarz1243]

I’ve made 3 and are working on 3 more. People love these. I’ve sold 4. 😁 Thank you! I’ve learned so much from you!!!!!

[@fabflage2859]

Very Nice tutorial, your video is easy to follow, even for a beginner sewer!

[@denisechafer5056]

Love your tutoral ,you make them easy to follow. I've finally made my first bag and am definitely making more.thank you.

[@pamharney3891]

Debbie It's Pamie from NY. I just finished this lovely bag. I love it I was needing a bag for a trip back home and all I had made were to small. I thought I give this one a go. It's perfect for traveling, shopping and dinner out. You have wonderful tutorials they really let a beginner like me look talented to my family and friend. Have a great Day! Cheers

[@debbieshore]

Thank you!

[@dorothymasterson57]

@Pam Harney, hello from Texas. Since you made this bag, could you provide the approx finished measurements. I have 2 teenage neighbor girls I’m thinking of making for Christmas presents. Thank you

[@JoanDam248]

I just made a bag. It was so easy! Thank you so much Debbie for showing. I am so proud of my new bag 😊❤️

[@janetteblair2314]

Made this bag out of pieces I had left over from making a viscose top. I used Decovil light to stabilise the viscose and it worked beautifully. Thank you Debbie for suggesting this on your other bag tutorial with the Venice scene viscose fabric.

[@muttlesslove1647]

Absolutely wonderful tutorial. THANK YOU so much for sharing your amazing talent.

[@kimjane9794]

Great instructions and lovely result .. thank you..

[@clairesprules5702]

I absolutely love this!! I’m going to make it for my secret Santa at work! Looks so easy to follow! Thank you x

[@vickyjames5974]

Thankyou Debbie I've made your bag brilliant video I love it 😀

[@lynetterene]

Perfect!!! Thank you....this is my next project.....so many to choose from you Debbie😊

[@annroberts3635]

Love this bag. I think I will make this bag using leather. Thanks for making this video. Can’t wait to make it for a winter bag. Ann from Va. USA 🇺🇸

[@angelanicholson951]

Amazing tutorial! I'm going to get stuck in and churn out a few for gifts, i think.

[@susanleadbetter8639]

Thank you Debbie for another great tutorial. This is going to be my next make after my holiday. Back home now , so starting it theirs week 26th July. I never really knew you could cut a zip until watching you. 🤩

[@dennissullivan8521]

Thank you again for another great tutorial! You are the best!

[@beckyezra1]

thank you Debbie. great. bless. enjoy yr weekend. kisses to Bobbin!!!

[@ruthstapleton4057]

I love and appreciate you Debbie. Iam learning so much from you.❤️

[@debbieshore]

Thanks so much

[@janiceriedel8845]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. My mom loved my messenger bag so much, I made a bag for her.

[@candacethompson7235]

Your tutorials are always fabulous!!!

[@louiseteacher5263]

I actually used your tutorial and design and adapted it slightly to make a satchel...and it looks amazing. Thanks for all your videos, they are great 😊

[@janecooper4841]

Just completed this using cork fabric from your website. You explain things so clearly, thank you! LOVE my new bag 🙂

[@emmaparker8659]

Thank you Debbie. I love your videos. So easy to follow being a beginner. ⭐⭐

[@carolannthor7084]

Fab instruction loved watching the tutorial!!!

[@elizabethpoole1921]

Thank you so much Debbie, I’m learning so much from you.

[@charlotteclaypoole3922]

this is so darn cute. I will be making me one. Thanks for sharing

[@angelamcdowell5744]

I love your tutorials, always easy to follow. Thanks x

[@howarddodge772]

thank so much for this video debbie

[@beadrat]

Oh Debbie, I started sewing because of you. You inspired me, and continue to inspire me, so thank you! Please continue with your wonderful videos, as I always learn something new. Can you maybe do a video on a faux leather messenger bag? Lots of thanks, Honda.

[@debbieshore]

Thank you!

[@lynnegilbert7652]

Love this. Looks such a useful size. Thank you for another great tutorial 😊

[@1tbaccus]

Awesome bag! I love it! I think I know what my granddaughter’s will be getting for Christmas this year! Their always wanting a new bag for their things, that will also hold their tablets. And I have 5 granddaughters. But if I use a more boyish fabric my 2 grandsons might want one for their tablet and games also.

[@debbieshore]

Great idea!!

[@susanparker5803]

Love the pattern. Thank you. Excited to make one 💞

[@janicehuff2217]

Love your tutorials.

[@jaquijean2619]

Gorgeous bag I’ve got the measurements Debbie on my list to do. Thankyou.x

[@kylierigby1953]

Wonderful bag tutorial, thanks. I love your "real time" sewing. Makes creating more do-able.

[@MagnoliaRose1946]

Thank you for your tutorial❤️

[@olivegobin1584]

So beautiful, love it ❤️ thank you so much great instructions.

[@leestorer4075]

l really enjoyed your tutorial,l will have ago making it.Thank you.

[@patriciarichardson4719]

hi ive just made this bag,im very new to sewing but ive managed to make it,its not perfect but im ok with,thanks

[@Queendreamer]

I made one today. I love this bag so much

[@jacquesslabbert1092]

Nice one. Thanx for always being such a warm thorough instructor

[@RachHarr15]

I love your bag tutorials, I am really enjoying making the different designs. Thank you! On the off chance that the beautiful fabrics used here may still be available somewhere, do you happen to know the design and who made it please?

[@gwendolynbeatty2058]

Thank you for explaining. I have eye disease so it really helps.

[@evelynsterud7829]

What is your little ironing board made out of? Great tutorial!

[@lizyreyes6930]

Getting ready to make this! Can’t wait to start! Could the fleece be on the inner side of the flap so the magnetic snap be on the stronger side? I’m using canvas, it might not make a difference . But could I?

[@isabelcostapalmer6087]

Me encantan todos sus trabajos Debbie, aunque mi ingles no es muy bueno, entiendo sus explicaciones muy bien. Saludos desde Palma de Mallorca. España. Muchas Gracias-

[@marianrooth9514]

Beautiful purse. Thank you. I still miss Alfie.

[@MarieFaku]

Nice work

[@tillyswansea3137]

Excited to try this bag

[@hazelhoward6219]

Hi Debbie this iss hazel from missouri I juat love the messanger bag

[@monaleduc5720]

Great tutorial

[@lillybellep8956]

love this bag!

[@carriewebb8365]

Did you add interfacing to all of the pieces that you did not add the fusible fleece to…….love your teaching style

[@lizwent]

Hi All can someone tell me where to find the description box for fabric measurement. I can't wait to make this bag

[@barbaraaufiero5008]

OMG! When you ever flipped the ends of straps...how did I never know to do that? I always fold ends in... Thank you!!

[@christinaabbott3873]

Hello Debbie. I'm very new to bag making, but making progress using your wonderful tutorials. I've just made up this messenger bag and a matching cross body phone bag for my niece for Christmas this year. However, my other niece has just go a super fab job and I thought I would send her a bag like this to be a laptop bag as she now only has a 200 metre commute to work lucky thing, and doesn't need to take her car. So, can I upsize this messenger bag to become a laptop bag? Would it work? She needs a strap, so the laptop bags I have found on your size may not be the thing without the straps. My Christmas list includes your books BTW! 😁

[@MegaMadasahatter]

Would it be ok to make the man body of the bag with Bosal for firmer bag?

[@elizabethburns8893]

HI, what a wonderful project. Thank you for sharing it. What size seam allowance is used, please?

[@debbieshore]

I used 1/4”, glad you like it!

[@estellefenwick1033]

Fabulous, easy tutorial but what brand is your sewing machine please

[@debbieshore]

This ones an Elna 670

[@leanna5801]

Did you put interfacing on the strap?

[@lindamaillis8905]

Lovely. Thank you

[@kathyaschenbach8081]

Thank you love it!!

[@beverlyosborn5240]

Is the description box in the download section? I can never see it

[@suesue929]

Just under the vlog picture where it says what this video is, if you look to the right there is a little downward v which you click on and a description dialogue drops down. If you can’t see it then google how to reveal the description box on KZbin and it will probably come up with a few descriptions of how to do it.

[@elizabethfisher430]

I think i missed it.? What is the seam allowance?