This Lighten Your Load pattern by All Dunn Designs is a pattern for a cloth purse that will fit all your needs. Pockets on the outside for cell phones and keys. No more searching for things - and it will be light to carry. Make it as fancy or as fun as you want. Purse bottom is 4 in. by 11 in. Purse body height is 6 in. from zipper to where it sits on the table. Zipper closure and a zipper is used for the handle only as a decoration (optional). Pattern instructions include detailed color photographs.
Materials Needed:
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1/3 yd of base fabric (heavy) - if you choose handles in fabric you will need 1 5/8 yd) 2 buttons will be required if you have handles all in one.
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1/4 yd of decorative fabric for pockets (If you choose to do all one fabric get 1/2 yd)
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1/2 yd of lining (inside pockets and purse)
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1/2 yd of interfacing
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9 in. zipper to match base fabric
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20 in. zipper in contrast for handle (optional)
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1 8 1/2 in. x 11 in. sheet of plastic needle canvas or craft foam (for bottom)
