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Leather Bags and Pouches


Instructions for Strike-a-lite Bag


Stitch Inside-Out!

Insert strip for fringe (B to C).

Whip stitch bottom from B to C.

Whip stitch sides: from A to B and D to C. (Careful, do not sew fringe strip into seams along sides!)

Punch holes at sides near top for carrying strap.

Turn Right-Side out. Pound seams flat with a wooden dowl and mallet.


See Instructions for Making these Kinds of Pouches

Awl Sheath
Needle Case
Tobacco Pouch

Overview of Leather Bags and Pouches


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