Welcome to the guide for your Sydney Tote Bag Kit. We're so excited to have you here!

This guide will take you through the process of making your bag from beginning to end - from getting familiar with your kits contents, learning saddle stitch and finally, assembling your bag.

No leatherworking experience needed. Every piece comes pre-cut and pre-punched, so all that's left is the satisfying part: stitching it together by hand. 👜

Now you know what's inside your kit - it's time to get started! In this section we'll be teaching you the foundational skills behind your handbag kit. We'll be going through how to thread your needles and how to saddle stitch confidently.

Before you continue sewing your bag, here's a few tips & tricks to help you along your way.

📎 Use your bulldog clips to keep your pieces lined up while you sew. It's normal to move these frequently as you stitch and move the placement of you leather pieces.

🧵 Pull each stitch snug, but not too tight, so your seams stay neat without puckering.

⏳ Take your time! Most makers finish their bag in around 4 hours, so feel free to spread it over a few sessions. Remember crafting is all about enjoying the journey!

⚡ If taking it slow is not for you, remember you can try the speedy stitching method which is shown in the video tutorial below.

Your Sydney bag is almost complete! There's a few final touches you can add to give your bag that extra special finish.