Daughters Gift Ideas Needed

[bigorange]

My daughters are 16 and 18, I am stuck when it comes to what I can make them for Christmas. my Sons and son in laws are easy to make thing for ! . I was thinking along the lines of a smal messenger bag/ possibles bag kindly help fast easy build is good ! Thanks Bo

[benlilly1]

A clutch or small bag would probably be a good bet. For the age maybe some color instead of earth tones and a little bling. Good luck!

[makitmama]

either a kisslock clutch, or a plain tote bag. The easiest way to make a tote bag is to sew two rectangles together, square the corners, turn down the top edge, and attach straps. No lining, no fuss.

You can get purse frames at hobby stores easily if you want to make a kisslock.

Or, houseshoes.

[bigorange]

perfect thanks are there any pictures on the forum ?

[TomG]

Tandy's Library has downloadable patterns. Here's a link. I've made a couple of these and they are pretty straightforward.

https://www.leathercraftlibrary.com/p-1225-2697-disco-bag-pattern-pak.aspx?

Edited December 16, 2013 by TomG

[makitmama]

or try some free easy patterns- I am all about free and easy! just remember if you are using a sewing pattern, that you don't need interfacing, batting, or overcast seams usually.

http://www.mesewcrazy.com/2013/08/foldover-tote-sewing-tutorial.html

http://www.molliemakes.com/projects/tutorial-tuesday-20-minute-tote-bag/