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~ Stephanie Kimura (Author) "You may be wondering which purse to make first, or which purse you could alter to make your very own..." (more)
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Drawing on her Asian influence, the author shows beginners how to make a wide selection of bags, as well as providing a springboard for more experienced sewers. The projects are suitable for both teachers who want to demonstrate to students and sewers who prefer to work alone. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Krause Publications (April 18, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0873497406
  • ISBN-13: 978-0873497404
  • Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #85,020 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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146 of 147 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The book comes with full size tissue patterns!, May 25, 2004
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This is a book devoted to making handbags - and it comes with a pocket of full size tissue patterns for every bag in the book - there are 7 different bag shapes and 29 total designs. It's a good value for the patterns alone - no tracing from the book required.

Handbags are trendy acessories and they change quite a bit from season to season. A big benefit of this book is that the copyright is 2004 - the styles and shapes are current. Several of the bags are also finished with those currently popular bamboo and plastic handles and there is a source list in the back of the book.

Overall, the designs are on the funky side - but sophistication is pretty easy to accomplish with the clear instructions. My favorite design is the feathered bag on the cover - very Holly Golightly!

Another good aspect of this book is that the author spends a good deal of time talking about hardware and interior construction - very important in making a bag that looks truly refined and not homemade. She gives you lots of good advice on interfacing, padding, and basic structure. She also has instructions for adding a zippered compartment inside a bag - a very nice touch.

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56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You Won't Be Sorry if you buy this book!, August 3, 2005
This book is devoted strictly to handbags and all the different materials and styles for making them. It is very thorough. Included is a pocket on the back page with patterns for each handbag. There is so much information for a person who has not sewn bags. The styles are so creative and the instructions are thorough and easy to follow. Your imagination will soar. You will be using these presentations to create your own bag styles-
I have started making bags for others just because they were so enthusiastic about the ones I made myself.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent instructions!, November 30, 2005
I own four other books on handbags and a number of patterns, and this book has the
best, most inspirational set of ideas and instructions. Most helpful are the
detailed descriptions of various sewing and construction techniques. If you've
never made a handbag, this book is a grand place to start. I hope this author
writes about making large totes.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!!!
I have used this book many times to make over 2 dozen bags. I have had so many compliments and requests for me to make bags for others. It has been great fun. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Erma K. Thompson

1.0 out of 5 stars Styles great, but contains too many mistakes
I agree that some of the styles are lovely but so far out of the three bags I have made from this book, two have contained serious errors in the patterns and instructions. Read more
Published on April 22, 2007 by Kiwianne

2.0 out of 5 stars TACKY bags, not one practical bag in the entire book!
I was looking for a book to make elegant, simple and practical bags. This book has is all feathers and beads, nothing that I would ever give to someone as a gift! Read more
Published on April 8, 2007 by M. Northrup

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical as well as inspiring
Stephanie Kimura's "Bags with Style" is by far the most inspiring book out of all those I own on making purses and bags. Read more
Published on February 24, 2007 by S. J. Bockett

1.0 out of 5 stars Worst purse making book ever
I don't know who the folks are who've posted the lavish comments about this book, but at the risk of being witchy I have to wonder if they actually used the patterns and... Read more
Published on October 10, 2006 by L. Hatcher

5.0 out of 5 stars Bags With Style and Then Some
I purchased both "Bags With Style" and "Bags and Accessories With Style". I just have to say that the titles are an understatement. Read more
Published on July 9, 2006 by L. M. Meyers

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
This is a great book for the handbag enthusiast. The designs are sophisticated and elegant. Highly recommended.
Published on May 21, 2006 by Purse Artist

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic bags!
I am sure this book will prove to be one of my favorites! The bags are great - unique while still mainting their functionality. Patterns are included, which is a real plus. Read more
Published on March 21, 2006 by Bunj

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