A free arm or a cylinder sewing machine is very helpful to complete this bag. You can use a flatbed as long as you use a thinner Exterior and no more than 1MM Foam.
PLEASE NOTE: Since this pattern is a digital download, once an order has been placed, it cannot be refunded.
This listing is for 1 PDF pattern in ENGLISH ONLY to make the Calista Shoulder bag . This pdf pattern includes full instructions, full pattern pieces as well as over 4 hours of full video tutorials to help you achieve the perfect Shoulder Bag.
This East-West style Shoulder Bag blends modern elegance with everyday functionality.
Style A of the Calista Shoulder Bag has a solid Front and Back as well as a curved
Exterior Back Pocket for quick-access items.
Style B of the Calista Shoulder Bag has a separate curved panel that adds
an elegant contrast providing detail and design.
Both Styles are sleek with minimal hardware and have a clean silhouette creating a stylish, refined look. The hidden magnets give you a secure closure while keeping your essentials safe without interrupting the design. Thoughtfully organized inside, it features both an interior zipper pocket and a convenient slip pocket. This bag has a soft semi-structured body supported by a light foam stabilizer and maintains its shape while offering a comfortable, flexible carry. It’s the perfect balance of compact style and practical space.
The instructions in this pattern are written for Leather or Vinyl. There are strong magnets used to secure the closure of this bag and the area around these will require edge painting.
The skill level is listed as INTERMEDIATE.
Measurements - 11½” W x 6” H x 4” D - With a 13” Strap Drop
EXTERIOR MATERIAL OPTIONS
LEATHER/VINYL EXTERIOR
STYLE “A”
· Leather piece that measures 41” x 26” - 7.5 SQ FT. (FRONT/BACK, BASE, STRAPS, EXTERIOR POCKET AND INTERIOR FACING
STYLE “B” - ONE COLOUR
· Leather piece that measures 41” x 26” - 7.5 SQ FT. (UPPER AND LOWER FRONT/BACK, BASE, STRAPS, AND INTERIOR FACING
STYLE “B” - TWO COLOURS
CONTRAST UPPER FRONT AND BACK
· 16” x 16” piece
CONTRAST LOWER FRONT/BACK, BASE, STRAPS, AND INTERIOR FACING
· 35” x 22” piece
INTERIOR LINING FABRIC
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· ½ yard quilting weight cotton fabric - 42”- 44” wide
INTERFACINGS, STABILIZERS, AND FOAM
· ½ yard of 45” medium weight fusible interfacing for lining
· EBFuse Heavy, LuxeBond, or Decovil Light - a piece that is 27” x 11”
· 1mm - 2mm EVA Closed Cell Adhesive or Non Adhesive Foam - 1 piece 7” x 30” (Base and Straps)
· 1mm - 2mm EVA Closed Cell Adhesive or Non Adhesive Foam - 1 piece 16” x 17” (Front and Back)
· 1mm - 2mm EVA Closed Cell Adhesive or Non Adhesive Foam - 1 piece 5” x 8” (Outer Pocket)
HARDWARE
· # 3 or #5 nylon zipper - 1 @ 7” FINISHED OR 9” of Zipper Tape with matching zipper pull for the Interior
· 2 pairs of - ¾”/19mm Hidden Magnet
NOTE: You can also use 25mm if you want a really strong hold, however you will need to cut the Holes, Magnet covers and Magnet Stays larger than required in the pattern.
