How to Modify Heidi Foldover Clutch into a Cross body Bag | Free Pattern

 

The Heidi foldover clutch by swoon patterns comes in two sizes a large clutch purse and a small wristlet.

This bag is perfect for both casual and formal events with its concealed pocket in the back for your phone or cash. The Heidi clutch is a simple bag to make and is suitable for sewists of all skills levels. ⭐Click for the free pattern

Most importantly this is a FREE PATTERN

To make the crossbody bag I will be using the large clutch pattern, which I will be adding two D ring connectors and an adjustable strap. ⭐Click here for the adjustable strap tutorial.

All the instructions will be in the pattern download.

In this tutorial, I will show you how to sew the bag and add an optional crossbody strap.

How to sew the clutch

Preparation

• Download and cut out your pattern pieces
• Cut interfacings and adhere to their corresponding pattern pieces
• Thread your sewing machine with matching thread and get ready to sew.

Notions and accent pieces

Glue or clip the vinyl accent piece to the bottom edge of the exterior panel and stitch around all the corners using a 1/8" seam allowance.


⭐ Tip - Use a longer stitch length to prevent the large hole from showing in the vinyl

Repeat for the exterior back bottom panel

Topstitch the zip in place

Trim the pocket to match the bottom edge of the exterior front panel.

Install the magnetic snap closure

Cover the back of the magnetic snaps with interfacing and press to stick in place
This will prevent the snap from rubbing against the fabric and causing damage.

Sew the D-ring connectors 6" up from the bottom edge using 1/4" seam allowance.

Sew on the main zip following pattern directions.

DIY crossbody strap

Sew the lining panels right side facing with the exterior panels.

Pull the exterior panels right sides together and lining right sides together and stitch around all edges leaving an opening on the lining side for turning the bag right side out.

 Trim seam allowance and stitch to close the opening. Steam press the entire bag staying clear of the vinyl accent piece.

Clip-on the adjustable strap and your Crossbody clutch purse are complete.

You can watch the full tutorial on my YouTube channel SewlyJo.

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