Hand-Stamped Round Coin Purse by Jen Hewett

Intermediate | 18 min

Taught by Jen Hewett

Create one-of-a-kind coin purses with this simple tutorial. Printmaker Jen Hewett shows you how to create custom stamps and print fabric with geometric designs. You will then learn how to assemble the bag by sewing the curved edges, adding a lining, and finishing with a decorative zipper pull.

Learn how to:

Create a simple stamp and attach to wood block
Block print a pattern on fabric
Sew a purse with a zipper and lining
Sew curves
Create a simple zipper pull

What you’ll get:

A class on how to create simple stamps and print fabric, plus instructions on how to sew coin purse
6 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF coin purse pattern ($8 value)
Step-by-step expert instruction from Jen Hewett
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters

Make a Hand-Stamped Coin Purse
Overview00:37

Printing
Create stamps and print fabric06:28

Sewing
Cut fabric and sew06:31
Add lining and finish04:54

Materials

Here’s what you’ll need:

For printing fabric:

22” x 10” medium-weight, pre-washed linen or cotton-linen blend fabric, in a light color for printing
Soft rubber stamp material (Speedball or Blick are good options)
Wood blocks for adhering rubber stamps
Exacto knife or box cutter
Cutting mat
Quilting ruler
Super glue/Gorilla glue
Fabric paint in 2 or more colors
2 paint trim rollers (one for each color)
Inking plate or other flat, non-porous surface
Pencil
Quilt batting measuring at least 22”
For sewing bag:
Printed fabric
22” x 10” muslin or other lightweight fabric for lining
PDF pattern
Pencil
Ruler
Rotary Cutter
Coordinating thread
9” zipper
Scissors
Snips
Sewing machine
Pins
Zipper foot
Cutting mat
Quilting ruler
Iron and ironing surface
12” leather lace or thin ribbon for zipper pull (optional)
Bead for zipper pull (optional)