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The All-New Bag Making Bible

Accessible Sewing Techniques and Step-by-Step Patterns for 10 Handmade Bags
Brief Description
Revolutionize your bag-making with fresh designs, modern materials, and innovative techniques. Fifteen years after The Bag Making Bible became a must-have for sewists, bestselling author Lisa Lam returns with The Designer Bag Making Bible—a fresh, stylish guide tailored to today's bag-making trends. Whether you're new to... Read More
Format: Hardback
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15 years on from Lisa Lam’s bestselling Bag Making Bible the needs and tastes of the modern sewist have changed along with the materials available. In this new book, Lisa guides new and seasoned bag makers in how to work with modern fabrics (such as faux leather, sherpa, PVC and vinyl) and new accessories to make 10 exciting bag designs.

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Revolutionize your bag-making with fresh designs, modern materials, and innovative techniques. Fifteen years after The Bag Making Bible became a must-have for sewists, bestselling author Lisa Lam returns with The Designer Bag Making Bible—a fresh, stylish guide tailored to today's bag-making trends.

Whether you're new to bag making or an experienced sewist looking to master modern materials, this book is packed with 12 contemporary designs using faux leather, cork, PVC, and vinyl. With Lisa's signature clear instructions and friendly approach, you'll learn how to:

  • Work confidently with modern materials like faux leather, cork, and vinyl
  • Simplify bag-making with minimal cutting and prep, perfect for busy crafters
  • Master new techniques to create sleek, professional-looking bags
  • Customize and personalise your designs with the latest trendy accessories
  • Join the movement for handmade, sustainable, and stylish accessories

With minimal fuss and maximum style, The Designer Bag Making Bible is perfect for those looking to create high-quality, fashionable bags that stand out. Upgrade your bag-making skills and start crafting stylish, contemporary bags today!

AUTHOR: Lisa Lam has been a bag designer for over 20 years and is the author of the much-loved and highly reviewed The Bag Making Bible and A Bag for All Reasons. She has been a regular guest designer on Sewing Street TV for over 5 years. She lives in Brighton, UK.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781446316979

Publisher: David & Charles

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: David & Charles

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 273.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 152

About the Author

Lisa Lam has been a bag designer for over 20 years and is the author of the much-loved and highly reviewed The Bag Making Bible and A Bag for All Reasons. She has been a regular guest designer on Sewing Street TV for over 5 years. She lives in Brighton, UK.

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