Author(s): MARIE CLAIRE

Handcrafts

Whether you're planning to look chic about town, off on a road trip, or just wanting to be organized, you're sure to find a bag design here to suit your needs. "Marie Claire Irresistible Bags" features 45 stylish designs from sophisticated evening purses and shoulder bags to laundry sacks and practical eco shoppers. Employing many of today's popular crafting techniques - sewing, knitting, crochet, applique and embroidery - and using a glorious array of different materials, from velvet, lace and wool to tweed, leather and canvas, this collection is packed with fun, functional and fashionable bags.Some of the projects are so simple you can be ready to go in less than an hour, others are special enough to merit a little more work, but all are beautifully photographed with detailed instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams and templates showing how to create them. With something for every taste, occasion and ability level, "Irresistible Bags" will have everyone happily adding to their bag collection.