sewing a fold-over purse from jeans scraps - sewing tutorial

Let’s upcycle denim/jeans scraps to make this lovely fold-over style purse. Finished bag measurements : approx. 9“ x 8“ (23 x 20.3 cm) Download the PDF cutting instruction : Supplies Denim/Jeans fabric scraps cut in random sizes ( I cut mine between 2” - 3 1/2“ rectangles) 6” x 10“ (15 x 25.5 cm) Faux leather fabric 3/8 yard cotton quilting fabric (interior fabric) *the mushroom interior fabric 1/3 yard fusible woven interfacing - Pellon SF 101 (20” wide) 9” (23cm) teeth length - metal zipper 7” (18cm) teeth length - metal zipper Nylon coil zipper at least 7” (18cm) long (2x) 1/2“ () inner measurement d-ring 1x premade adjustable strap 1/2” (1.2 cm) wide or make your own fabric strap 1/8” or 1/4” basting tape Polyester thread Some strings of yarn for couching embellishment (optional) *Subscribe to this channel : *Check out my fabric collection : *Visit my Amazon Store for recommended supplies, tools, and notions : Note : Some of the links above are affiliate links; commission earned when you make a purchase of qualifying items through any of those links with no additional charge. Find me on another platforms Instagram : Facebook : Pinterest : Website : Join my email list : If you wish to share what you make : #yoansewingstudio / tag me on Instagram, tag or post directly on my Facebook page. *Subscribe to this channel : *Check out my fabric collection : *Visit my Amazon Store for recommended supplies, tools, and notions : Time Stamps Intro 0:00 Preparing the denim patches 0:32 Arranging the patches on the interfacing 0:51 Squaring up the denim panel 2:09 Couching 2:59 Sewing the bottom panels 4:27 Sewing the exterior zipper pocket 4:55 Interior zipper pocket 6:57 D-ring tabs 7:06 Strap 7:40 Attaching the zipper closure 7:57 Assembling the bag 9:48 Finishing, closing 10:58
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