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The All-New Bag Making Bible

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15 years on from Lisa Lam’s bestselling Bag Making Bible the needs and tastes of the modern sewist have changed along with the materials available. In this new book, Lisa guides new and seasoned ba...
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  • 03 November 2026
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Revolutionize your bag-making with fresh designs, modern materials, and innovative techniques.

Fifteen years after The Bag Making Bible became a must-have for sewists, bestselling author Lisa Lam returns with The All-New Bag Making Bible - a fresh, stylish guide tailored to today’s bag-making trends. Whether you're new to bag making or an experienced sewist looking to master modern materials, this book is packed with 10 contemporary designs using faux leather, sherpa fleece, PVC, and vinyl.

With Lisa’s signature clear instructions and friendly approach, you'll learn how to


  • Work confidently with modern materials like faux leather, PVC, and vinyl
  • Simplify bag-making with minimal cutting and prep, perfect for busy crafters
  • Master new techniques to create sleek, professional-looking bags
  • Customize and personalize your designs with the latest trendy accessories
  • Join the movement for handmade, sustainable, and stylish accessories



With minimal fuss and maximum style, The All-New Bag Making Bible is perfect for those looking to create high-quality, fashionable bags that stand out.

Upgrade your bag-making skills and start crafting stylish, contemporary bags today!

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Price: $26.99
Pages: 152
Publisher: David & Charles
Imprint: David & Charles
Publication Date: 03 November 2026
ISBN: 9781446316979
Format: Paperback
BISACs: CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Sewing, Sewing, CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Fashion, CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Needlework / General, DESIGN / Fashion & Accessories, Fashion and textile design: accessories, Needlework and fabric crafts
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Lisa Lam has been a bag designer for over 20 years and is the author of the much-loved and highly reviewed The Bag Making Bible and A Bag for All Reasons. She has been a regular guest designer on Sewing Street TV for over 5 years. She lives in Brighton, UK.
Foreword 6
Introduction 9

Fabric 10
Basic Equipment 13
Anatomy of a Bag 18

Getting Started
Using Patterns 21
Understanding Patterns 22
Modifying Patterns 24
Fabric Preparation & Cutting 26
Interfacing & Interlining 27
Project: The Best Friends Bag 30

Structure & Volume
Flat Bottoms 37
Gussets 40
Pleats 43
Metal Frames 45
Eyeglasses Pouch Mini Project 46
Piping 48
Project: The Mabelle Day Bag & Wallet 50

Linings
Flush Zip Pocket 63
Partition Pocket with Flap 66
Inserting Linings 68
Project: Beautiful Day Make-up Bag & Jewellery Case 70

Closures
Zips 81
Smarter Top Edge Zip 84
Umbrella Style Zip 88
Magnetic Snaps 91
Thumb Locks 94
Project: The Bear-hug Bag 96

Handles & Straps
Faux Leather Straps 103
Box & Cross Webbing 106
Adjustable Straps 108
Ready-made Handles 110
Project: The Arc Angel Sling Bag 112

Pockets
Inseam Slip Pocket 119
Trolley Sleeve Pocket 122
Elasticized Pocket 124
Project: Gym Honey Bag & Gym Buddy Bag 126

Finishing Touches
Badges & Labels 135
Tassels 138
Security Strap 140
Project: Centre Stage Hobo Bag 142

About the Author & Afterword 148
Suppliers & Acknowledgements 149
Index 150