{"id":15422,"date":"2025-09-17T12:21:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T10:21:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/makingpatternsfly.com\/?p=15422"},"modified":"2025-12-11T13:02:25","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T12:02:25","slug":"cose-una-cartera-de-mano-con-estuche-interior-y-cremallera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makingpatternsfly.com\/en\/cose-una-cartera-de-mano-con-estuche-interior-y-cremallera\/","title":{"rendered":"How to make a clutch with an inner pouch and zipper \u2013 stiff fabrics \u2013 bias tape finish"},"content":{"rendered":"

Clutch with inner pouch and zipper using bias tape: a new alternative for stiff fabrics<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A few weeks ago, I shared a tutorial for making the Piccadilly clutch or bag,<\/strong>where I showed you how to make the Piccadilly clutch in its classic version without bias tape<\/strong> <\/a>and how to transform it into a bag. This time, I\u2019m bringing you an alternative designed for working with stiff fabrics<\/strong> that are difficult to turn. We are going to use the bias tape technique.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In this new tutorial, you will learn how to create the same clutch with inner pouch and zipper, step by step, adapting the construction to firmer materials.<\/strong> I\u2019ll show you how to sew the bias tape to join the lining with the outer fabric, finish edges and corners, and achieve a professional-looking result without any complications.<\/p>\n

This method is ideal if you want to experiment with more structured fabrics or combine different materials that are difficult to turn. Additionally, you can use the original pattern from the previous tutorial and adapt the clutch to your style: mini bag, belt bag, or a custom coin purse.<\/p>\n

Below, I\u2019m leaving you the link to the pattern<\/strong> in case you want to make it just like mine.<\/p>\n

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Why am I making this tutorial if you can already see the step-by-step in the PDF you download when you purchase the pattern?<\/h3>\n

By watching me sew the clutch, you\u2019ll be able to observe details and hand movements<\/strong> at each step of the process. There are gestures I do almost automatically that I may never have explained, but by seeing them in the video, you might discover tricks or techniques you hadn\u2019t thought could be done differently.<\/strong>These small details can help you improve your skills and achieve a more professional finish in your own projects<\/p>\n

In this Piccadilly clutch or bag tutorial,<\/strong>you will learn fundamental sewing techniques that will be useful for many other projects.<\/h3>\n