👜 How to Make a DIY Cute Handbag with a Spacious Bottom

 Here's a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to make a DIY cute handbag with a spacious bottom — stylish, practical, and perfect for beginners or intermediate crafters!

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👜 How to Make a DIY Cute Handbag with a Spacious Bottom

✅ What You’re Making

A handbag that’s both adorable and functional — featuring:

• A spacious, boxed bottom for more room.

• Optional lining and pockets.

• A zipper or magnetic snap closure.

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🧰 Materials Needed

Item	Description
Outer Fabric	½ to 1 yard (cotton, canvas, or faux leather)
Lining Fabric	½ yard (cotton or polyester)
Fusible Interfacing	Medium-weight (for structure)
Thread	Matching or contrast
Zipper or Snap	9"–12" zipper or magnetic snap
Scissors or Rotary Cutter	For cutting
Pins or Clips	To hold fabric
Sewing Machine	Optional: needle for hand sewing
Optional: Bag Handle Straps	Webbing or make your own
Optional: Pocket Fabric	For inside compartments

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✂️ Cutting Dimensions (Standard Size Example)

• Bag Body (Outer): 2 pieces, 12” W x 14” H

• Bag Body (Lining): 2 pieces, 12” W x 14” H

• Interfacing: 2 pieces, same size as outer body

• Boxed Corners: 2” x 2” squares cut from bottom corners

• Straps: 2 pieces, 18”–24” long and 1”–1.5” wide

• Inner Pocket (optional): 7” x 10” (folded in half)

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🧵 Instructions

STEP 1: Prepare Your Fabric

• Iron interfacing onto the wrong side of outer fabric pieces.

• Cut 2” squares from the bottom corners of each outer and lining piece — this creates the boxed bottom later.

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STEP 2: Make the Optional Pocket

• Fold pocket fabric in half, right sides together.

• Sew three sides, leaving a small gap.

• Turn right side out and topstitch the top edge.

• Place on lining panel and stitch around three sides to attach.

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STEP 3: Assemble Outer Bag

1. Place outer pieces right sides together.

2. Stitch along the sides and bottom edge, using a ½” seam allowance.

3. To form the boxed corners:

   • Pinch each cut corner flat so the side and bottom seams align.

   • Sew straight across the opening with a ½” seam allowance.

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STEP 4: Assemble Lining (Same as Outer)

• Repeat the exact steps for the lining, but leave a 3” gap at the bottom for turning the bag later.

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STEP 5: Attach Handles

• Place one end of each strap 3” from the side edge at the top of the outer fabric, right sides facing.

• Baste or stitch in place (make sure straps are not twisted).

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STEP 6: Install Zipper (or Skip if Using Snap)

• Center zipper between the outer and lining top edges, right sides together.

• Sandwich the zipper between outer and lining panels.

• Sew along the zipper edge using a zipper foot.

• Repeat for the other side.

If using magnetic snap, install before sewing the top closed (between layers).

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STEP 7: Assemble the Bag

• Turn outer bag right side out.

• Insert into the lining (which is inside out) — so right sides are facing.

• Align side seams and top edges.

• Sew all around the top edge.

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STEP 8: Turn and Finish

• Pull the entire bag through the gap left in the lining.

• Push the lining inside the outer bag.

• Topstitch around the top edge for a clean, finished look.

• Stitch the gap in the lining closed by hand or machine.

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🪡 Bonus: Customization Ideas

• Add key holders, zipped interior pockets, or exterior slip pockets.

• Use contrasting fabrics for a cute two-tone design.

• Decorate with appliqué, patches, or embroidery.

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🧼 Care Instructions

• Spot clean or gentle machine wash (if cotton).

• Air dry or use a low-heat setting.

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