How To: Leather Plain Purse DIY

[@PsycheDismantled]

I am thrilled I found you. You are the BEST sewing instructor. I really appreciate that you actually show us how to put the pieces together, you are so detailed, descriptive, and I just love your videos.

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you so much, that really means a lot to me. I often worry that my tutorials are too detailed / too long so thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. I just want to be able to help people make professional looking items and garments. You have made my day! Thank you! Aneka :-))

[@jelseabrank]

@@MadetoSew I LOVE the detail! It lacks in even the most detailed of other videos since you’re gone 😭😭

[@MadetoSew]

@@jelseabrank Thank you so so much for such a lovely message. Any requests let me know.

[@jelseabrank]

@@MadetoSew I’d love to see a large leather bag with squared bottom edges and straps!

[@MadetoSew]

@@jelseabrank Love this idea. Ok, I can look at doing that. I have my leather jacket pattern launching soon too. A x

[@Shirty54]

Absolutely THE best sewing video I have seen! Very detailed instructions and professionally done. I also love the fact that your set looks so nice, and that you aren't apologizing for a barking dog in the background or your cat walking across your working area. ;-) I am off to my sewing room now to finally use the suede I bought a few months ago. I'll be watching all of your videos. You are an amazing seamstress.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you SO much for your lovely kind words. Really pleased that I can help you with your suede and I wish you all the best with your project. I do infect have a little dog, but he is pretty good at being quiet! I have decided that the sound of the sewing machine puts him to sleep... he has been my sewing companion since a puppy so I guess it relaxes him!!!! Thank you, Aneka x

[@yareps]

I'm a guy learning to sew, and I have learned the most from your videos, of all the tutorials on KZbin. So, thank you! (As someone else mentioned, I always like your pretty nails.)

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely message. Lovely to hear that you are learning to sew and that I have been able to help! Thank you, and thank you for the message about my nails :-)). Good luck with your sewing, Aneka

[@joycepecina9613]

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[@garybaldwin5241]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. I am a senior citizen male who is new to sewing (2 months). I feel very fortunate that your videos were the first I found even before I purchased my sewing machine. You influenced that decision also. By the way, my main interest is the sewing of bags and purses. And I must say your nails are spectacular. Thanks again

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Gary, thank you for your kind words. I am so pleased that you like my tutorials and find them useful. I wish you all the best with your sewing and making bags and purses. Aneka :-))

[@lisa40SW]

You are an amazing instructor! Every detail is demonstrated and explained and every question answered. Thank you so much! Lisa/ FL.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Lisa, thank you for your LOVELY comment. I am so pleased you like my teaching style. Thank you, Aneka x

[@davidgreen3563]

You inspired me to purchase a sewing machine and your other tutorials are absolutely excellent, clear and confident with lots of really good tips along the way. Can't fault you, brilliant. David from New Forest UK

[@MadetoSew]

Hi David, thank you for your kind words. I am so pleased I could help you. Wishing you all the best with your sewing. Aneka

[@jenxer608]

I just love the fabric of the shirt in the background!!

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you so much, it is a gorgeous fabric. Aneka

[@rakshitrao3357]

Exactly, i love it too, half way thru the video I realized am watching that shirt lol

[@Nurvena92]

I've always thought sewing was easy, YOU made it look so easy! I'm so happy to have found you in KZbin!❤️

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Iyzda, wow, thank you for your lovely message. I am so pleased you like my tutorials and I can help. Aneka x

[@michelllle2005]

Thanks so much Aneka. You are a wonderful instructor. I love your videos.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Michelle, that is really kind of you. So pleased you like my style of teaching. Thank you, Aneka x

[@sheilasewell3955]

Thanks Aneka, great tutorial. I have never sewn with leather before and wud like to give it a try. Your purse tutorial will a great start for me.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Sheila, so pleased you like the tutorial and I can help. Please send me a picture when you have made it - [e-mail], I would love to see it! Aneka x

[@jelseabrank]

Come back! No one teaches like you do!

[@MadetoSew]

You're so kind. I am planning on coming back. I will try to get back to a regular schedule again. Thank you for you support. It is very much appreciated. Aneka x

[@Lan_avfc]

Hi. Very informative tutorial. I used suede as suggested for a beginner and paid off well.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. I'm pleased that you found it helpful and using the suede worked well for you.

[@squinternet1]

Thanks Aneka! amazing tutorials as always!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, pleased you like it! Aneka :-))

[@annuk03]

Absolutely wonderful, thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. Aneka

[@artlovkar]

You made sewing leather look so simple and easy. I am interested to sew a leather dress. Will you make a video of making a leather dress soon? Would you line a leather dress? Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Karen, yes of course I can. I actually have a leather skirt and leather jacket pattern I will be launching soon. I would personally like the leather dress, you will find it more comfortable. Good luck, Aneka x

[@LeatherBeast]

Great detailed tutorial!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you! Aneka

[@loveistheanswer2380]

Thank you for another helpful tutorial, Aneka. I am going to use your pattern and instructions to make a plain purse using Kraft- Tex. X

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Leisha, oh I am so pleased and can't wait to see what you make. Please share some pictures!! Aneka x

[@anniemaria6596]

very nice, u r so clear, cant wait to make this😊

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Annie, oh thank you! Can't wait to see what you make, please send me a picture! Aneka x

[@tamikka09]

Very informative video, tfs

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, I am so glad you found the video useful. Aneka

[@Jasminee_symonee]

Awesome video!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you x

[@prokomenes]

Very nice! Thank you! When can you show the version with the ruffle? Is it going to be on a video soon?

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Matina, it will be up this week, hopefully today :-)) Aneka x

[@Dani-th6cl]

You matched your nails to the leather!

[@MadetoSew]

Ha Ha! I know! :-))

[@anssaez]

I just got my first sewing machine and you got me super inspired to do my own things! I love the way you explain the process with every detail! I want to attempt to do a couple as Christmas presents with pu leather, will this need interfacing too? What about lining? Thank you so much!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Ana, thank you for your lovely words. I am so pleased that you like my tutorials and style of teaching. I wouldn't imagine that you will need to interface the PU Leather, they often have a backing. But it does depend on the weight of the leather, if it is lightweight it may need interfacing for support and structure, to hold the shape. When it comes to lining you could use a cotton, or even a waterproof fabric for a wash bag. I show how to introduce a lining in this tutorial - it is the same method of bag construction: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXyTmKeMm96Ja6c I hope this helps? Aneka

[@anssaez]

Made to Sew thank you so much for all your help! I will let you know how they turn out 😊

[@davidgreen3563]

I would also ask that you include a link to places to get some things and your site, lastly to e.g. This, I have been trying to access some microfibre, like used for camera lens cloths. I would like this in per Metre amounts. It's a nightmare to try and find.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for your kind words. With regard to microfibre, I would try and find a company that does functional fabrics or something like that. There is a website I used years ago for outdoor style functional fabrics, but I can't remember what they are called. If I think of it, I will come back and let you know. I have tried to search on Google - but no luck! Try functional fabrics or something like that, or eBay? Aneka

[@monsooniphone]

Very nicely done. I'm new on you're channel. You explain & show well. Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi there, really pleased you are enjoying my channel and way of teaching. Thank you! Aneka x

[@monsooniphone]

Made To Sew you're welcome looking forward to seeing more videos.

[@Ddress101]

Thank you for the great tutorial. The link in your blog "If you wish to make a different sized bag or purse read this tutorial that explains the process of how we created the sizes of the bags: LINK!" Doesn't seem to work 😭 can you help?

[@MadetoSew]

I am so sorry, I will try and fix it. Aneka

[@davidgreen3563]

I have just been to the website link as you mentioned you had found that lining material you had tracked down, but I cannot find any mention of it. Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Here is the waterproof lining: ukfabricsonline.com/waterproof-fabric Aneka :-))

[@BuckholtzCecilie]

When you are saying the measurements for the zipper tabs, you say the height is 2 cm, but in the video it says 2.5 cm. Its a great tutorial, and I just wanted to point it out for you.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Cecilie, oh no! I am so sorry, I was so worried about making a mistake with the measurements (it's so easily done). I had so many notes in front of me, I can't believe I made a mistake - I am SO sorry. The correct answer is a height of 2cm. Really sorry if I have confused anyone. Aneka x

[@BuckholtzCecilie]

Hey Aneka, I can imagine! I know it from my own classes that i both attend and teach. Thanks for answering! And I bet a lot of others may have use of the information now :) Great channel! I just stumbled across it, and im staying for sure. Cecilie

[@MadetoSew]

Cecilie Nielsen oh thank you that's really kind of you. Thank you for your lovely words and good luck with your classes and teaching! ☺ Aneka x

[@jandlesmith]

What size is the zipper? Thanks

[@MadetoSew]

This was 4" 10cm. Aneka

[@truemeng]

hi! anyone knows if the basic and non heavy duty janome or brother sewing machine can stitch authentic leather? im currently planning to buy. would love to have your opinions. thanks!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Sheila, it will depend on how thick your leather is? For thick leather you will need heavy duty machine or an industrial machine. I teach a number of leather making courses and the thickest fabric I use (with my students standard machines) is a calf suede. However some machines can struggle with this. I would recommend trying to spend a bit more than an entry level machine (say £200 ish) as you will get a basic machine with more grit! Or you could get a second hand sewing machine (that was originally worth a lot more)? I hope this helps? Good luck on your project. Aneka x

[@truemeng]

Made to Sew hi! thankyou for that kind info! :) got a lot of different kinds of leather as our company just throws away the leather samples they dont need. think i just need to learn the basics of leather first. ;) haha maybe u got some vids that can help? :)

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Sheila, so pleased I could help, amazing news for you with all the scraps! I don't have any instruction videos at the moment but am planning one on a leather jacket (which may / may not help), it should be out before Christmas! In the meantime any questions just ask. Aneka x

[@MadetoSew]

Actually here is a basic leather keyring: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXrQmHmjisSUo6s that I have. Maybe it could help as a start?

[@palpallama5364]

I miss u a lot

[@MadetoSew]

💖

[@laura23678]

Hi Aneka, I can't seem to find the interfacing on your website. Are you still stocking it? ☺️ Laura

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Laura, sorry for the delay. Yes I am still stocking it, i am just waiting for a new order and have been debating whether to put it on the website (as I am in the process of having a new website designed). I will put it up and message you when it is there if you are interested. Sorry! Aneka x

[@davidgreen3563]

Sorry me again forgot to ask which are the best zips?

[@MadetoSew]

I generally go for YKK, but to be honest I use a lot of other brands too and some non-branded. eBay can be good for this! Aneka

[@eyeonart6865]

how to sew pleather and what needle and stitch length!

[@MadetoSew]

Most of the time you can get away with a standard needle. I used a 90/14 for this - Universal Needle. But if the leather or pleather is very thick you may need a leather needle. Stitch length, depends on what you are doing, a 2.5mm stitch length will be fine for generally sewing. The thicker the pleather the more you can increase this. You will want to increase it for visible stitching, i.e. topstitching. Does this help? Aneka

[@pattylangille4498]

I have a question can you show how sew the pattern paper on to the to the cloth I am trying to make a dress be helpful Patty L From New Hampshire

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Patty, do you mean to mark the fabric with the pattern details? Here is a tutorial I have for that? kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5m4ZGembsacfbs Sorry if I have misunderstood you, let me know what you mean and I will get back to you. Aneka :-))

[@ravescience2000]

beautiful nails:) nice video

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, you are too kind! Aneka :-))

[@alisonjones3057]

can I ask where you bought the leather from ? thanks

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Alison, of course! Unfortunately most of the leather I purchase is from wholesalers (so I have lots of the same :-)))! There are a couple of fabric shops that stock leather I think I have seen it on We Are The Fabric Store (www.thefabricstore.co.nz/), sometimes Joel & Sons have it (www.joelandsonfabrics.com/) and Pittards (www.pittards.com/shop/shop-leather/skins) sell leather too. The best place for cheap leather in small quantities is eBay. If people are interested I might put together some kits for leather and leather supplies, I have a pattern for a Leather jacket I will be launching as soon as I get around to a mammoth filming session! I hope this helps, Aneka :-))

[@mathilde_sews]

your nails 😍

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you :-)) x

[@kellyhayes]

The website links are not working for me :( is there a new site or something?

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Kelly, No, it should be working again now. My website was hacked over the weekend and therefore wasn't working. Let me know if you still have trouble. Very sorry! Aneka x

[@ParisianStreets]

hi, i sent you an email requesting some videos if you could make. are you going to anytime soon? fingers crossed!!

[@MadetoSew]

Sorry, I have lots of emails requesting videos, I do try and reply to them all. Can you remind me of your name in the email? :-)) Aneka x

[@ParisianStreets]

sure

[@ParisianStreets]

i have one question. if i don't have a walking foot and my leather slips , in my case doesn't budge under the needle at all, what advice would you give ?

[@MadetoSew]

You would want to use a non-stick or glide foot, by the sounds of it the leather is sticking to the metal foot? The non-stick / glide feet are usually plastic and would help. The roller foot is also a good option if you have one. Other ideas include using some tear away stabiliser on either the top of bottom of the leather and tearing it away after use, you could try tissue paper or paper (but bear in mind this won't work as well as the proper tear away stabiliser). Final idea which is also a bit cheeky but I have used in the past on my industrial sewing machine is to tape the bottom of the foot and other metal parts with masking tape, this would again stop it from sticky. Please make sure you remove the masking tape quickly after use, otherwise it can leave the foot sticky. Hope this helps, Aneka

[@ParisianStreets]

THANKS ALOT.

[@MadetoSew]

Pleased I could help.

[@annarmstrong4292]

I got tired of switching from walking foot to zipper foot. I invested in a teflon foot. It works as well if not better than the walking foot and is so much easier to put in place.