✨ Introduction

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.

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

✨ What’s Included in the Pattern?

The Charyn Handbag pattern includes everything you need for a smooth and confident sewing experience.

Clear, step-by-step written instructions with plenty of photos to guide you through each step
A4 / Letter size printable templates
A0 projector- and copy shop–friendly file
SVG cut files compatible with Cricut, Brother, and Silhouette machines

🧩 Acrylic Templates

Acrylic templates for the Charyn Handbag are available from ARK Expressions and BryMaxx Precision.

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🎥 Video Tutorials

Step-by-step video tutorials are available to support this pattern, created by talented bag makers who guide you through the construction process.

Tutorials for the Charyn Handbag are available from:

Barb Taylor— Jeannie’s Designs
Brandy Jackson — Beans Bags and Handicrafts Co.
Chanova Mabry — That’s Sew Nova
Kassiah Myers — Siahswag
Lauren Mormino — Sew Whatever (link currently available through the pattern file only)
Toni Stone — Quilted Cactus

🛍️ Where to Get the Pattern?

The Charyn Handbag pattern is part of the January – March 2026 season of the Bag of the Month Club.

Important information:

Club patterns are exclusively available to BOMC members for a limited time
To receive this pattern, you must purchase a subscription membership
Subscriptions are available until 31st March 2026
Once subscribed, the PDF pattern will be ready and waiting in your BOMC account for download

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Charyn Handbag PDF Sewing Pattern