{"id":38505,"date":"2023-10-13T06:00:21","date_gmt":"2023-10-13T05:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/countrycowdesigns.com\/?p=38505"},"modified":"2024-09-13T12:54:21","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T11:54:21","slug":"meridias","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/countrycowdesigns.com\/blog\/meridias\/","title":{"rendered":"Meridias Crossbody Bag – A NEW Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Are you looking for a cute crossbody bag sewing pattern? Look no further than our NEW Meridias crossbody bag.<\/p>\n

Scroll down the page to see the amazing tester photos and get some inspiration before making your own bag!<\/p>\n

BUY THE SEWING PATTERN HERE<\/a><\/h2>\n

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WHAT\u2019S SPECIAL ABOUT THIS BAG PATTERN?<\/h3>\n

This shape is different to our usual style. We’ve seen a few semi-circle bag patterns out there but we wanted to do something different. Adam decided it needed a grab handle but he didn’t want it sewn onto the flap like you usually see on this style of bag. Adam’s speciality is in unique straps so he came up with this idea!<\/p>\n

I wanted to have a pocket on the back of the bag but I also liked the idea of a double flap style so I decided to have the flap sewn in on the back so it’s the same shape as the front of the bag but features a zip pocket.<\/p>\n

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WHAT LEVEL OF SEWING SKILL DO YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS BAG?<\/h3>\n

This is an intermediate sewing pattern so it\u2019s not going to be as easy as our beginner patterns. However, we walk you through every step of the process. The real challenge to this bag is the curves, and the final topstitch. If you’ve done both of those things before, you’re no going to struggle. And if you haven’t, maybe it’s time to give it a try?<\/p>\n

For more in-depth tips, you can also\u00a0watch the video tutorial.<\/a><\/p>\n

If you\u2019d prefer to try an beginner pattern, why not try out our Teloujay 1 pattern?<\/p>\n

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WHAT FEATURES DOES THIS BAG HAVE?<\/h3>\n
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  • 1 Exterior zip pocket<\/li>\n
  • 1 Interior zip pocket<\/li>\n
  • Flap closure<\/li>\n
  • Grab handle<\/li>\n
  • Adjustable crossbody strap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    MY TOP TIPS FOR SEWING THIS BAG<\/h3>\n

    My top tips are:<\/p>\n

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    1. Take your time on the curves. If you struggle sewing curves, consider hand basting the panels together before sewing them. Your hand stitching does not need to be neat at all, just big messy stitches that will ensure it doesn’t move around when you’re sewing.<\/li>\n
    2. When creating the flap, use a zip foot as mentioned in the pattern. The stabiliser will guide the presser foot and give you a great result on those curves.<\/li>\n
    3. Shorter stitch lengths makes it easier to sew curves<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      INTERFACING & STABILISERS<\/h3>\n

      Follow the recommendations in the pattern for the best results.<\/p>\n

      We fuse medium weight woven interfacing to all cotton or light canvas pieces of fabric.<\/p>\n

      For the main body of the bag we use fusible foam so the stabiliser is kept out of the seams, but is sturdy enough to give the bag body, even when it’s empty.<\/p>\n

      For the flap we use Decovil Light as foam will make it look a little too bulky.<\/p>\n

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      WHAT DID THE PATTERN TESTERS THINK OF OUR NEW SEWING PATTERN?<\/h2>\n

      \u201cThe pattern was sounding great. There was no hardship at all! Way to go Jo! The explanations were very clear too.” – Sophie, Sophies Studio & Co<\/a><\/p>\n

      “I loved making this one!! The pattern is very well explained and the rendition is superb. I think this is a pattern that should be very successful!” – Virginie, Atelier Oph\u00e9a<\/a><\/p>\n

      “This bag pattern is so darn gorgeous and trendy.” – Nancy, Lakeside Saks<\/a><\/p>\n

      “I love the strap detail! Super cute bag!”\u00a0 -Andrea, Addie Kakes Kreations<\/a><\/p>\n

      “People are going to have so much fun with this bag!” – Laura, The Nesting Birdie<\/a><\/p>\n

      “I must say it’s another fantastic design that I absolutely adore!” – Chera, Phipody<\/a><\/p>\n

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      CLEAR STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS<\/h2>\n

      You want to start a sewing project with confidence, feeling certain about each step. That’s what we strive to do with our sewing patterns.
      \nAs with all our patterns, we\u2019ve included step by step photo instructions that should leave you feeling completely confident throughout the bag making process. We\u2019ve also included bag layout photos to help you identify every pattern piece. This will help you co-ordinate your fabric choices before you begin. And of course, there’s an additional information page at the end of the pattern in case you’re unsure about stabilisers and interfacing that will work for this bag.<\/p>\n