THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT
- 1 piece of split suede leather approximately 1.3 mm thick and with a surface area of 1.15 m² (surface area given as an indication)
- 1 Salpa synderm reinforcement plate - 70 x 150 cm - 0.4 mm thick
- 40 cm internal reinforcement for handle - 25 mm wide
- 1 Metal zipper, 4 mm wide - SUPRA - 20 cm long
- 1 kit of roller eyelets and installation tools - Ø 8 mm
- 2 round carabiners - Ø 26 mm
- 1 swivel carabiner, 10 mm wide
- 1 half-round ring, 10 mm wide
- 2 Chicago screws Ø 9 mm
- Fabric lining - 55 x 75 cm ( not for sale on our website, available in haberdasheries)
- No. 30 polyester thread
- Double-sided adhesive tape
- Tear-resistant tape
- Leather glue
GET THE PATTERN
Three options for purchasing the pattern:
- in digital version (PDF to be printed at actual size and assembled).
- in digital format with a permanent commercial license.
- in paper version (poster B1 which you will receive at home).
Available for sale on our website ( reference KA226)!
FULL VIDEO TUTORIAL
1. Cut out the pattern pieces
Cut out the paper pattern and transfer the different pieces onto the leather and lining.
Be careful to transfer the second piece P1 as a mirror image of the first. For the lining, subtract 5 cm from the top and 5 cm from the bottom of piece P1 of the pattern.
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Draw a rectangle of 62 x 30 cm in the 0.4 mm thick Salpa reinforcement.
Using a cutter, cut out the leather, the lining and the Salpa following the lines.
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2. Work the strip
Start by working the strip so that the glue dries completely before topstitching it. Cut a piece of sugherite 38 cm long.
Apply contact adhesive to the back of part P2(b), as well as to the flat side of the sugherite.
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Glue the sugherite to the center of this P2(b) strip.
Next apply glue to the curved side of the sugherite as well as to the reverse side of piece P2(a).
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Allow the glue to soak in, then assemble the two P2 pieces edge to edge.
Press firmly all around the sugherite to shape the strap.
3. Sew the body of the bag
Position the two pieces P1 right sides together, edge to edge. Then, hold the pieces together with sewing clips.
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Sew the long length 1 cm from the edge, always starting from the top to avoid any misalignment (see direction of sewing).
Open the seams using double-sided tape and a steel roller.
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Topstitch on each side of the seam, 3 mm from the edge.
4. Reinforce the bag
Using a silver pencil, mark the location of the SALPA reinforcement in the center of piece P1, on the reverse side of the leather. The Salpa should be positioned in the middle of the piece with a 1 cm margin at the top and bottom.
Apply contact adhesive to the traced area and to the reverse side of the SALPA.
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Stick without going over the outline and then press using a steel roller.
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5. Sew the sides of the bag
Fold piece P1 over itself, right sides together. Match the sides and hold with sewing clips.
Sew the two sides of the bag 1 cm from the edge, always starting from the top.
Open the seams using double-sided tape and a presser roller.
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Bring the corners of the bag together, then sew right sides together 1 cm from the edge. Do not open the seams at this stage, unlike the previous ones.
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Turn the bag inside out.
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6. Work the small inner pocket
Position the zipper in the location indicated on part P4 using double-sided tape.
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Sew all around using a zipper foot.
Trim the ends of the zipper that are sticking out, then lightly burn the ends to prevent them from fraying.
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Stick tear-resistant tape to the back of the small legs P5 and P6.
Place a small piece of double-sided tape on each leg. Insert the carabiner into the 6 cm leg (P5), and the D-ring into the 4 cm leg (P6). Fold the legs in half and glue them in place.
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Apply double-sided tape to the right side of the tabs. Position tab P6 (4 cm) with the half-round ring 2 cm below the zipper (see pattern) , on the wrong side of the leather, and secure it with double-sided tape. Piece P5 will be attached to the facing in step 8.
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Apply double-sided tape all around one side of the pocket, on the wrong side of the leather. Fold the pocket in half at the closure and glue edge to edge, wrong sides together.
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Sew the three sides of the pocket 3 mm from the edge.
7. Sew the lining
Assemble the P1 lining pieces in the same way as the P1 leather pieces, without opening the seams with double-sided tape and without topstitching.
Position the two pieces P1 (lining) right sides together, edge to edge, then hold with sewing clips. Sew the long length 1 cm from the edge.
Next, fold piece P1 in half, right sides together. Match the sides and hold with clips. Sew the two sides 1 cm from the edge.
Bring the corners together, then sew right sides together 1 cm from the edge.
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8. Assemble the facing (P3)
Assemble the two sides of the P3 facing, right sides together. Sew 1 cm from the edge on each width.
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Apply double-sided tape to each side of the seams, then flatten them using a steel roller.
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Apply double-sided tape to both long sides of the facing, on the wrong side of the leather.
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Position the right side of the lining against the wrong side of the facing, overlapping them by 1 cm. Do not match the side seams to avoid bulk.
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Insert tab P5 with the snap hook between the fabric lining and the facing (at the location of your choice) .
Sew the facing onto the lining.
Using a craft knife, make slits in the center of the facing to attach the magnetic top. Then attach the magnetic top. The position of the clasp will depend on the position of your facing inside the bag (see step 9) .
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9. Assemble the bag
Position the lining inside the bag. Using double-sided tape, glue the facing edge to edge, wrong sides together, to the top of the bag. Stagger the center points to avoid bulk. Be careful to position the facing correctly in relation to the magnetic top so that it is centered (see step 8).
Glue the slices together to achieve a nice finish on the edges.
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Topstitch all around the bag 3 mm from the edge.
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10. Place the eyelets
Drill four 8mm diameter holes for the eyelets in the corners of the bag (see pattern and instructions in the eyelet kit) . Then insert the 8mm diameter eyelets.
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11. Sew the strap
Topstitch all around the P2 strap 2 mm from the edge.
Drill the Ø 3 mm holes indicated on the pattern.
Fold each end of the P2 strap and place/screw a Chicago screw on each side (put a drop of glue on the screw thread for a stronger fixing).
Then, attach a round carabiner to each end.
Pass the carabiners through the eyelets to attach the strap to the bag.
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All that remains is to attach the small pocket inside the bag.
🎉 The bag is finished
Congratulations, the "Séverine" bag is ready to wear. Elegant, modern, and handmade, it can be customized in a wide range of leathers, colors, and finishes to suit your preferences. An ideal project for developing your leatherworking skills and creating a unique piece.
Tip: for a velvety crust we advise you to waterproof the bag with a water-based spray.
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Looking for another sewing project? Try our tote bag tutorial!
Similar in style to the Séverine bag, the tote bag is more spacious and ultra-practical, perfect for taking with you everywhere. Whether it's for a shopping trip, a weekend getaway, or your daily commute, the tote bag combines elegance and functionality. A must-have sewing project!
