Brooklyn Handbag & Traveler Pattern *

The Brooklyn Handbag & Traveler Pattern by Swoon Sewing Patterns includes instructions and templates for creating classic and professional bags with a downtown edge.  This bag combines high-end detail with practical functionality. The extra long zipper opens wide for easy access while the the side clips provide its stylish figure.  This bag features an optional removable shoulder strap and interior zippered pocket. Two sizes included.  Finished sizes: Handbag 11" long x 7" tall x 5" deep; Traveler 16" long x 10" tall x 7" deep.

Materials needed (Handbaq):

• 1/4 yd (or fat quarter) quilting weight exterior fabric
• 1/2 yd quilting weight lining fabric
• 1/3 yd contrasting fabric, woven or vinyl
• 1/2 yd foam interfacing
• 1/2 yd fusible heavy stabilizer
• 2 yds fusible woven interfacing
• 1/2 yd fusible web
• (4) 3/4" swivel clips
• (4) 3/4" D-rings
• (4) 3/4" rectangle rings
• 12" zipper
• 7" zipper
• Fabric glue

Materials needed (Traveler):

• 1/3 yd quilting weight exterior fabric
• 2/3 yd quilting weight lining fabric
• 5/8 yd contrasting fabric, woven or vinyl
• 2/3 yd foam interfacing
• 1/2 yd fusible heavy stabilizer
• 3 yds fusible woven interfacing
• 1/2 yd fusible web
• (2) 3/4" swivel clips
• (2) 1" swivel clips
• (4) 3/4" D-rings
• (4) 1" rectangle rings
• 18" zipper
• 9" zipper
• Fabric glue