Bag Design Workshop: A 3-Part Series
Advanced | 2 hours 39 min
Drafting a Basic Bag Pattern
01:23
00:56
04:48
18:24
19:06
09:36
Moving Seam Lines and Making Linings
00:33
14:46
08:59
15:13
09:47
12:28
Pleats, Gathers and Finishing Details
00:30
04:56
21:26
16:21
Taught by Nicole Mallalieu
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In this three-part master course, professional bag designer Nicole Mallalieu expertly guides you through the bag design process from concept to construction. Learn how to break three-dimensional bag shapes down into two-dimensional shapes, play with construction lines and seam allowances, and then figure out how your bag design will fit together. Sound hard? It’s not as scary as you might think! And since we’re mocking everything up in muslin, the pressure is off until you get your bag design just right.
 
Here’s what you’ll need:
  • Large paper
  • Tracing paper
  • Quilting ruler
  • Rotary Cutter
  • Cutting mat
  • Sharp pencil
  • Sticky tape
  • Glue stick
  • Eraser
  • Paper scissors
  • Fabric scissors
  • Seam ripper
  • Thread
  • A few yards of muslin
  • Sewing machine
  • Iron and ironing surface
Downloads:
Learn how to:
  • Craft your own bag
  • Play with construction lines and seam allowances
  • Use muslin as a mock
What you’ll get:
  • Step-by-step master class workshop from Nicole Mallalieu on bag design
  • 13 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
  • Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF pattern pieces ($16 value)
  • The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students
 
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Bag Design Workshop: A 3-Part Series Reviews
1104 users recommended this class to a friend
Lucie Bombardier

Very interesting, informative, she is a very good teacher, clear and concise. thank you

July 2, 2026
 
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After taking this class, no more buying bag pattern for me! I can make myself whatever I want. Thank you Nicole! Thank you Creativebug!
June 7, 2026
 
Carla Rogers

Technique driven class that gives you the tools and tricks to elevate bag making and create your own designs.  I also bought the book which is a great reference!

More than 3 months ago