Designer Handbags Smart embroidered accents for any bag is an ‘out of the box approach’ to making handbags. Nancy Zieman and Eileen Roche created the techniques featured in this CD to produce professional results using an embroidery machine. Designer Handbags combines Eileen’s love for machine embroidery and Nancy’s love for sewing into three cleverly designed bags. Together, the two sewing and embroidery experts will demonstrate how to create flawless bags that are full of personality and functionality.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

• Simple to Sew! Create handbags with a flat bottom–– just 3 seams to sew!
• Freedom to Customize! Use the bag dimensions given in this CD or choose your favorite pattern or bag template. Nancy and Eileen designed this product to ensure flawless results.
• Expert Sewing & Embroidery Techniques!
  • Nancy Zieman will share her exclusive Smart Pocket Technique that transforms a regular bag into an Airborne Bag.
  • Eileen Roche demonstrates how to create straps and attach them with machine embroidery.
  • See how corner trim designs transform a rectangle of fabric into a fashionable handbag.
• Use What You Have! All the samples shown use regular quilting fabrics. We’ll even share our tips for using any fabric! Of course, as the designer, you have the freedom to experiment with ultra suede, canvas, upholstery or outdoor fabrics.
• Limitless Creativity! You’ll find corner trim, strap connector and tab designs in three coordinating mini-design collections: Marquee, Scoop and Scallop. Mix and match for your own custom bags.

Designer Handbags Includes:

• 30+ Minute Video Instruction
• 76 page printable instruction manual featuring:
  • 10 Designer Bag Tips
  • Embroidery Techniques
  • 3 Bag Projects:
    • Everyday Bag
    • Airborne Bag
    • Gadget Bag
• 28 Embroidery Designs & Color Sequences

Specs:
This software runs on a DVD-ROM or DVD-R drive on your computer.
Formats: ART, C2S, XXX, VP3, VIP, PES, JEF, HUS, EXP and DST
Requirements: Embroidery software, 5” x 7” hoop,
Adobe Software Acrobat Reader (Free Download: http://www.adobe.com/reader)