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Skills Inventory
Project Overview
Supplies Checklist
Pattern
Choosing Materials for Your Satchel
Material Selection Chart
Understanding the Pattern
Pattern Placement
Pattern Placement Guide
Cutting the Body Pieces
Cutting the Accent Pieces
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Lining Prep and Gluing
Straps and Hardware
Trimming the Lining
Dying Edges
Skiving
Where to Skive
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Prepping the Reinforcement Pieces
Prepping the Gusset Pieces
Gluing the Hardware Straps
Punching the Straps
Quick Check
Stitching the Adjustment Straps
Stitching the Top Handle
Stitching the Pockets
Stitching the Flap
Trimming and Dying
Attaching Straps
Repeat on the Other Side
Assembling the Pocket to the Front Panel
Stitching the Front and Gusset
Clipping the Gusset
Stitching the Gusset
Flipping the Bag and Working the Seams
Laptop Pocket
Adhering the Back and Front Panels
Final Stitching
Cutting the Shoulder Strap
Putting the Pieces Together
Stitching the Shoulder Strap
Shoulder Pad
Finishing the Strap
Finishing the Bag
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