CHARYN HANDBAG — PDF SEWING PATTERN

Digital product terms

This is a digital PDF pattern for instant download. It is not a physical product.

• No refunds or returns – due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final.
• Do not share or reproduce – this pattern is for personal use only and may not be distributed in any way.

✨ INTRODUCING THE CHARYN HANDBAG

The Charyn Handbag is a refined, structured design that brings together simplicity and elegance, offering a timeless silhouette with thoughtful functionality. Designed for everyday use, it balances a polished exterior with practical features that make it both beautiful and purposeful.

Features

• Two exterior slip pockets (front and back), secured with magnetic snaps for quick access
• Magnetic snap closures on the side panels, allowing the bag to expand or maintain a sleek shape
• Multiple carrying options: short handles for hand or wrist carry, long handles for shoulder carry, or a crossbody strap for hands-free comfort
• A zipper-secured main compartment for added security
• A spacious interior with three pocket styles for organised storage: a welt pocket, a zipper pocket, and a divided slip pocket

📐 Finished Size

13" width x 9" tall x 5" deep (33 x 23 x 13 cm)

🧵 Skill Level

Intermediate, but a confident and enthusiastic beginner bag maker can absolutely take this project on.

✨ What’s included with your purchase

You will receive a digital PDF pattern, which includes:

• 35 pages of clear, step-by-step written instructions with plenty of photos to guide you through each step
• A4 / Letter size printable templates (for home printing)
• A0 projector and copy shop–friendly file
• SVG cut files compatible with Cricut, Brother, and Silhouette machines

Tester bags gallery

Take a look at some beautiful makes by my amazing testers 💛

View the full gallery here.

🎥 Video tutorials

1) Barb Taylor — Jeannie’s Designs

2) Brandy Jackson — Beans Bags and Handicrafts Co.

3) Chanova Mabry — That’s Sew Nova

4) Kassiah Myers — Siahswag

5) Lauren Mormino — Sew Whatever 

6) Toni Stone — Quilted Cactus

7) Leanne Clay — My Sewing Adventures



Acrylic Templates

Available from ARC Expressions & BryMaxx Precision.

Materials List

Exterior Fabric:

• Vinyl, faux leather, leather or cork – 1 yard (55″ wide) (90 cm x 140 cm) OR
• Woven fabric – 1 3/8 yards (44″ wide) (125 cm x 112 cm)

Lining Fabric:

• Quilting cotton – 3/4 yard (44″ wide) (70 cm x 112 cm) OR
• Lightweight waterproof canvas – 3/4 yard (54″ wide) (70 cm x 137 cm)

Medium-Weight Woven Interfacing:

• If both exterior and lining are woven – 3 yards (35″ wide) (275 cm x 90 cm)
• If exterior is vinyl/leather/cork and the lining is woven – 1 yard (35″ wide) (90 cm x 90 cm)

 Options: Pellon SF101, Vilene G700, WovenFuse

Stabilizer:

• Decovil Light – 1/4 yard (35” wide) (23 cm x 90 cm)
• Decovil Heavy or equivalent – 12 3/4″ wide x 4 1/4″ high (32.5 cm x 10.75 cm). Used for the base panel.

Tools & Notions

• Coordinating thread
• Fabric clips
• Clear acrylic quilting ruler & rotary cutter
• Scissors
• Utility knife
• Zipper foot
• Erasable fabric pen or chalk
• Masking tape or duct tape
• Seam roller
• Strong double-sided tape — 1/8″ (3 mm) & 1/4″ (6 mm)
• Fabric glue, super glue or a lighter (to secure knots neatly)
• Stiletto or awl
• Hand sewing needle (optional – for securing final topstitching thread tails)
• Iron & ironing board
• Rivet setting tools

Hardware & Zippers

• 4x 9/16″ (14 mm) Magnetic Snaps
• 2x 3/4″ (20 mm) D-rings
• 2x 1″ (25 mm) Swivel Clips
• 1x 1″ (25 mm) Slider
• 16x Rivets (cap width: 8–9 mm; post length: ranging from 8–12 mm, depending on fabric thickness and number of layers)
• 1x 13″ (33 cm) #5 Placket Zipper — with 1 pull
• 1x 10″ (25.5 cm) #5 Interior Zipper — with 1 pull 

Optional Hardware:

• 1x Metal Logo Label Tag
• 5x 9/16″ (14 mm) Purse Feet

Selling policy

You are welcome to sell bags made from this pattern, as long as they are produced in a home-based setting.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at: contact@kaurthreads.com