The Danforth Bag Pattern by Aunties Two makes a perfect briefcase with woven interfaced strips of fabric, a top flap, and 2 handles. Finished size is 13"H x 17"W x 5 1/2"D.
Materials Needed: Bali Pops can be used to make this bag!
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For the woven strips: Use 2 1/2" strips cut the full width of the fabric (usually 42' to 44")
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Vertical - 1 1/2 yards or 18 strips 2 1/2" x width of fabric
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Horizontal - 1 1/2 yards or 20 strips 2 1/2" x width of fabric
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Binding, handles, gusset and pockets - 1 1/4 yards
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If choosing separate fabrics: Binding and handles - 1/2 yard
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Gusset - 1/4 yard
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Pockets - 1/2 yard
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Stiff Interfacing - 2 rolls of Rigid Weave or 2 yards of other stiff interfacing 20"
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Fusible batting (45" wide) - for pockets and gussets - 1/2 yard
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1/4" cotton upholstery piping for handles - 5 yards
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One magnetic closure and buttons (optional)