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Sew.. A Curvy Zipper Pouch

in Bags and Pouches, DIY Projects on 09/12/15

I’ve been staring at my Geo Pop canvas fabric for months.  I love CANVAS fabric and the the bold, modern prints designed by Emmie K and from Robert Kaufman Fabrics are right up my alley. The fabric has been sitting under my monitor and I’ve had a gazillion ideas on what I should sew. I finally decided to make a versatile clutch / make-up pouch.

Curvy Clutch 2 offset

The details are in the fabric.. This is a pretty basic clutch, but the fabric and a contrast zipper make it pop. Plus, I really love the curve along the top edge!

Curvy Zip Clutch Haberdashery Fun

Curvy Zip Clutch 3 side Haberdashery Fun

The pattern is now available for purchase in my online store.

Materials:

  1. Canvas fabric for exterior
  2. Cotton fabric for lining
  3. Interfacing – try Pellon SF101
  4. 12″  or 14″ metal zipper – try Ziptit on Etsy. They have a great selection of affordable metal zippers.
  5. Disappearing fabric pen
  6. Pressing ham – optional
  7. Sewing machine and supplies
  8. Iron and ironing board
  9. Paper and pen for template

Curvy Zip Clutch Zipper Haberdashery Fun copy

A couple things to consider before we get started:

  • The top curve of the pouch is is a little tricky, so the zipper will be sewn in a little differently than my other zipper tutorials.
  • Metal zippers can be difficult to work with. I suggest lengthening the stitch length and then sewing slowly.
  • Create a hard paper template for ironing the top curve. To make the template, print 2 paper patterns and tape along the CF. Follow along the curve in the steps below.
  • This pouch has a tab at only one end  I love this feature, as it makes for a really wide pouch opening.

Curvy Zip Clutch Haberdashery Fun

Curvy Zip Clutch Close up open Haberdashery Fun copy

Cut your pieces:

  • Outside – Fuse the SF101 Interfacing to the wrong side of the cotton canvas. Cut 2 pieces.
  • Lining – Cut 2 pieces. Note – if you want an extra sturdy pouch, fuse interfacing to the wrong side of the lining as well.
  • Zipper tab – Cut 1 rectangle measuring 3″L x 2″W.

Curvy Zip Clutch HaberdasheryFun

Let’s go:

Step 1 – Use your ruler, disappearing fabric ink pen and template and mark a dashed line along the top curve 1/2″ from the top edge. Turn and fold the top edge under 1/2″ / fold under at the dashed line. Press. The template helps make sure that the top edge and side seams are even and match. Lay the 2 pieces on top of each other and make sure everything matches, especially where they meet at side seams. Re-press and adjust if needed. Repeat for the lining pieces.

Step 1 Curvy Clutch haberdasheryFun

Step 2 – Prepare the zipper – Cut the zipper  to measure 12 1/4″. Cut the bottom portion off, as you will add a tab to cover the bottom zipper stop. Fold the zipper tab rectangle in half along the center, fold each end inwards to meet at the center fold. Press with an iron. Insert the zipper tab over the raw edge of the zipper end. Lengthen the stitch length on your machine. Place into your sewing machine and stitch the zipper down. Sew very slowly over the teeth or you can break a needle.  Set zipper aside.

Step 2 Curvy Clutch

Step 3 – On the outside pouch piece, measure inwards 1/2″ from the top edge/side seam and make a mark. Measure inwards another 1/8″ and make another mark.  Repeat for the other side.

Step 3 Curvy Clutch

Step 4 – Start at the top of the zipper. Place the top metal stop at the 5/8″ mark and pin the zipper in place along the top edge. The zipper tab should end at the other 5/8″ mark. Turn and fold under the zipper tape at the top stop. Pin the zipper tape in place.

Step 5B Curvy Clutch

Step 5 – Place into your sewing aching and topstitch the zipper down with a 1/4″  seam allowance. Start stitching at the 1/2″ pen mark and stop at the other side- 1/2″ pen mark. Repeat for the other piece. Note – You do not need change to your zipper foot. Press. Use your pressing ham and press the zipper curve in place.  The sewing ham helps set a nice, smooth curve.

Step 5 Curvy Clutch

Step 6 – Repeat and now sew both lining pieces into the pouch.  Place the lining piece, wrong sides facing on the back of the pouch piece. Pin along the top edge. Place into your sewing machine and edgestitch in place with a scant 1/8″ seam allowance.  You want to catch both the outside and lining fabric with this seam.

Step 6 Curvy Clutch

Step 7 – Sew the pouch together – Open your zipper and fold in half. Fold along the zipper and also fold the zipper tab in half. Place outside pieces right side together and lining pieces right side together. Pin along the outside edge. Place into your sewing machine and first stitch the outside side seams and bottom seam together. Use a 1/2″ seam allowance. Repeat and stitch the lining side seams and bottom seam together with a 1/2″ seam allowance. Leave a small 2″ – 3″ opening along the bottom lining seam. Press.

Step 7 Curvy Clutch

Step 8 – Create the corners – For one corner, twist the side seam and bottom seam to lay on top of each other. Finger press to lay flat and match at the seams. Open seam allowance. Pin. Place into your sewing machine and stitch together with a 1/2″ seam allowance. Repeat for all corners.

Step 8 Curvy Clutch

Step 9 – Turn right side out through the lining opening. Press all seams.

Step 9a Curvy Clutch

Step 10 – Pin the opening at the bottom seam. Place into your sewing machine and sew opening closed.

Step 10 Curvy Clutch

Thats it! Fun right? Emmie K and Robert Kaufman just launched Geo Pop Canvas 2.. so many modern canvas options now.

Curvy Zip Clutch Main Haberdashery Fun

Curvy Zip Clutch zippers Haberdashery Fun copy

Thank you for your support and patience. The pattern is now available in my shop. Please let me know if you plan to sew a curvy zipper pouch. I love hearing from you all and look forward to seeing your finished projects.

Happy Sewing – Marni

150 Comments

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Comments

  1. Grail Martine says

    01/03/2016 at 3:48 am

    BONJOUR

    belle trousse ,j’aimerai le modèle ,merci, bonne journée

    Reply
    • Audrey says

      01/29/2016 at 10:15 am

      I would also love the pattern. Thanks

      Reply
  2. lagouache says

    01/03/2016 at 8:46 am

    Hello
    I just found your clutch, it’s beautiful. I would like to receive the pattern when it’s ready.

    Laura

    Reply
  3. Terry garner says

    01/03/2016 at 10:34 pm

    I would like to receive your pattern. Thanks, terry.

    Reply
  4. Cécile Amate says

    01/05/2016 at 4:21 am

    Bonjour,
    Je souhaiterai le modèle quand il sera prêt.
    merci et bonne année.

    Reply
  5. KB says

    01/06/2016 at 4:04 am

    Yes please for pattern! Thanks

    Reply
  6. Edie says

    01/11/2016 at 9:11 am

    Yes, please I would like to receive your pattern, I can hardly wait! Wonderful bag! Thank you! 🙂

    Reply
  7. Jolynn Keel says

    01/11/2016 at 5:36 pm

    I love your curvy zip clutch. Please send me the pattern when it’s available. Thanks!

    Reply
  8. Donna Danos says

    01/15/2016 at 10:30 pm

    would love the pattern! The fabric is the best!

    Reply
  9. jean callow says

    01/21/2016 at 8:33 am

    What a lovely bag and trendy fabric i would love the pattern .Thank you so much.

    Reply
  10. Fiona says

    01/24/2016 at 6:49 am

    Great bag. Love the design.
    Could you please send me the pattern.
    Fiona x

    Reply
  11. Sandra says

    01/26/2016 at 8:39 pm

    Yes I love the curvy zip clutch and I am interested in receiving the pattern. Thank you.

    Reply
  12. Deb says

    01/29/2016 at 11:53 am

    Lovely deign. I would like to receive the pattern. Thank You

    Reply
  13. Ashley says

    01/31/2016 at 10:54 am

    This design is lovely, I would like a copy of the pattern when it’s ready. Thanks

    Reply
  14. Linda says

    02/02/2016 at 11:30 pm

    I also would love your pattern.

    Reply
  15. Molly says

    02/06/2016 at 9:52 pm

    Would like the pattern when available. Your fabric is fab.

    Reply
  16. Sydney says

    02/07/2016 at 3:16 pm

    Love the pouch ! I would like an email when the pattern is ready 🙂

    Reply
  17. Renne' says

    02/08/2016 at 9:55 pm

    Would love pattern when ready! Thanks in advance!

    Reply
  18. Anita says

    02/08/2016 at 10:22 pm

    I would like the pattern…thank you so much!

    Reply
  19. Christine Shipman says

    02/11/2016 at 1:31 am

    What a clever idea… would love the pattern when you have time.
    Thankyou sew… much.

    Christine

    Reply
  20. Nancy says

    02/12/2016 at 7:20 am

    Beautiful use of color and fabric!

    Reply
  21. Heleen says

    02/18/2016 at 1:43 am

    I would love the pattern as well! Beautiful pouch 🙂

    Reply
  22. Teresa says

    02/26/2016 at 6:48 pm

    What a lovely bag. I would love to try your pattern. Thank you!

    Reply
  23. Brenda Williams says

    02/27/2016 at 6:03 pm

    I would also love to make this bag, please send pattern when ready, thanks, Brenda

    Reply
  24. Ash says

    03/04/2016 at 8:20 pm

    I would love to make this bag! Is the pattern available?

    Reply
    • Haberdashery Fun says

      03/05/2016 at 10:53 am

      Hi – thanks for stopping by. The pattern will be up in the next 2 weeks or so.. 🙂

      Reply
  25. Conny Anfinsen says

    03/07/2016 at 6:13 am

    Oh yes please:)

    Reply
  26. Deloris says

    03/07/2016 at 8:36 pm

    I would like very much to have the pattern also for curvy zip clutch. Thanks

    Reply
  27. Kristin says

    03/20/2016 at 12:30 pm

    I would like the pattern as well. Thank you!

    Reply
  28. dalina says

    03/20/2016 at 2:54 pm

    i absolutely adore this! is the pattern available yet? I would love to receive it! thanks

    Reply
    • Haberdashery Fun says

      04/01/2016 at 10:48 am

      Hi Dalina,

      I have the pattern, I’m just putting the post together. I will let you know when it’s ready. I just had a baby, so I’m a little behind in things 🙂 Have a great day.

      Marni

      Reply
  29. Lizzie says

    03/22/2016 at 9:03 pm

    Hi Marni,
    Is there a pattern yet? I´d love to get it !

    Reply
  30. Alyssa says

    03/23/2016 at 1:47 pm

    I would love the pattern as well! Thank you!

    Reply
  31. Sandee Kustermann says

    03/24/2016 at 5:47 pm

    I just saw this and would love the pattern, thank you

    Reply
  32. Lisa says

    03/25/2016 at 9:53 am

    I’d love to get your pattern. Please email it me. 🙂

    Reply
  33. Rusty says

    03/27/2016 at 2:51 pm

    This looks great and you give very clear instructions. I’m looking forward to making this and would love to have the pattern. Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  34. Gail Toste says

    03/29/2016 at 9:27 am

    Love this bagwould like the pattern please!

    Reply
  35. Gail Toste says

    03/29/2016 at 9:29 am

    Would love this pattern”

    Reply
  36. janet says

    03/31/2016 at 8:24 pm

    I would really appreciate receiving the pattern when it is ready. So cute!!!

    Reply
  37. Jodie Blackwell says

    04/02/2016 at 12:49 am

    Wow….. 🙂 what a amazing and awesome design. This fabric looks really awesome on these great designs.

    Reply
    • Haberdashery Fun says

      04/02/2016 at 10:40 pm

      Hi Jodie,

      Thank you for the comment. I agree, isn’t the fabric great? I hope to have the pattern available very soon. – Marni

      Reply
  38. Ash says

    04/12/2016 at 5:33 pm

    I have been checking back on this page frequently, so excited to see the pattern! Congrats on your new addition 🙂

    Reply
    • Haberdashery Fun says

      04/12/2016 at 10:21 pm

      Hi Ash,

      Thanks for checking in. The pattern is ready, I just need to get the post ready. I’m hoping late next week. Thank you for your patience 🙂
      Marni

      Reply
  39. Deborah Werner says

    04/24/2016 at 4:41 pm

    This is great! Please count me in on the pattern email when available. Also want to try your “Jolly” reversible tote.
    Thanks for all your sharing.
    Deb

    Reply
  40. LYF says

    05/14/2016 at 10:38 am

    This is cute. I would love the pattern as well

    Reply
  41. Nancy says

    05/21/2016 at 11:26 am

    What a great looking clutch!

    Reply
  42. Jennifer says

    05/22/2016 at 1:59 pm

    Yes please- I would love to sew this! Pattern, please.

    Reply
  43. LaNae Osmond says

    05/27/2016 at 2:22 am

    I really like the curved top. I would love to have the pattern and make one myself! Thanks so much!

    Reply
  44. Darnell says

    06/03/2016 at 6:50 pm

    I love this unique clutch. i can imagine it in a denim fabric with a bright pink interior.

    Reply
  45. Helen says

    06/04/2016 at 4:50 am

    I love this, can I have the pattern too

    Reply
  46. Peg says

    06/15/2016 at 1:31 pm

    This looks great!! Would love to get the pattern.

    Reply
  47. claudia says

    06/18/2016 at 11:01 am

    Thank you for the curvy handbag!!

    Reply
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