LEARN PROFESSIONAL BAG MAKING TECHNIQUES, AT YOUR OWN PACE. BE A PART OF A COMMUNITY FULL OF PEOPLE WHO LOVE ALL THINGS BAG MAKING!

Meet the Lilou Bag, a semi-structured bag that is as sophisticated as it is functional!

The Lilou Bag is a stylish semi-structured bag, with a curvy flap that closes using a magnetic closure. The flap features a colorful contrasting flap detail and a metal bridge connector. The flap detail remains closed using a hidden magnet. You don't need to open the flap detail in order to access the inside of the bag.

The Lilou has a recessed gusset and a gusset welt that presents the perfect opportunity for a pop of color! What is unique about this bag is that it can be made on a flat bed machine or a cylinder arm.

It has a rolled handle but it can also be worn as a shoulder bag or as a crossbody bag.

On the back of the bag you will find a gorgeous curvy slip pocket that allows you to easily access things quickly. The back pocket closes with a hidden magnet, too.

The interior is fully-lined, and has a slip pocket.

By the end of the course, you'll have a beautifully crafted leather handbag that’s not only functional but also a true work of art.

Although the bag will be constructed in leather, this bag is also faux leather friendly.

Perfect for carrying your essentials or as a statement piece in your wardrobe, your new bag will showcase your creativity and newfound leather working skills.

We will be using soft leathers that don't require any skiving, so this is the perfect opportunity for you to dabble in the world of leather working.

This is a super complete course: we will go over materials, including leather, stabilizers & reinforcements, construction details and tips for a professional flawless finish!

This online class will be taught over the course of a few weeks. The content is 100% pre-recorded, so you can follow at your own pace and watch the edited videos as much as you would like. The content is presented in a very organized, easy to follow manner. In addition, we will have a very active Facebook group and meet live on Zoom, to ask questions, keep everyone accountable and foster a strong sense of community.

Finished dimensions:

Handbag: 9" (w) x 8" (h) x 4.5" (d)

about the class

    • LEARN TECHNIQUES USED BY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS, IN A SIMPLE, EASY TO UNDERSTAND FASHION
    • LEARN HOW TO WORK WITH LEATHER, STABILIZERS AND REINFORCEMENTS
    • THE LILOU IS A COLLAB BETWEEN DESIGNERS PAULO MORETTIN AND ISABELA FELIX.

    • GET ACCESS TO AN EXCLUSIVE PATTERN, NOT AVAILABLE ANYWHERE ELSE
    • 100% ONLINE: pre-recorded lessons and online live meetings
    • SEMI-INDUSTRIAL OR INDUSTRIAL MACHINE REQUIRED (your machine must be able to sew through multiple layers of salpa and 2oz leather)

    • WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
    • LIVE CHECK-INS AND ACCESS TO AN EXCLUSIVE ONLINE COMMUNITY ON FACEBOOK
    • LIMITED SEATS: lots of 1:1 attention
    • ACCESS THE CONTENT FOR AT LEAST A FULL YEAR
    • PERFECT FOR THE INTERMEDIATE BAG MAKER, OR THOSE LOOKING TO LEVEL UP THEIR BAG MAKING SKILLS
    • THE LIVES WILL TAKE PLACE ON 03/29, 04/05 AND 04/19/25
    • TERESA STANTON FROM THE BAG MAKERS WORKSHOP WILL HOST AND MODERATE THE LIVES.
    • VIDEOS ARE DOWNLOADABLE
    • THE CLASS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE ON 03/22/25.
    • BAG MAKING KITS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
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MORE THAN LIKELY, THIS CLASS WILL NOT BE OFFERED AGAIN.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

    • A PAPER PATTERN WILL BE MAILED TO YOU AT NO CHARGE
    • GET AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT PAULO'S ATELIER. HE WILL JOIN US LIVE ON 04/19/25.
    • LOTS OF 1:1 ATTENTION
    • PRICING AND COSTING WORKSHEET
    • 15% DISCOUNT @ THE BAG MAKING ACADEMY SHOP
    • OUR COMMUNITY IS AWESOME AND YOU MAY MAKE A FRIEND OR 2

    • A VERY ACTIVE AND EXCLUSIVE FACEBOOK GROUP
    • 3 LIVE CHECK-INS ON ZOOM
    • PROFESSIONALLY RECORDED AND EDITED VIDEOS, BROKEN DOWN BY TOPIC
    • EXPERT INSTRUCTION IN AN EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND FASHION
    • ACCESS TO THE DESIGNERS
    • HUGE SAVINGS IF YOU SIGN UP BY 02/28/25
    • COURSE PLATFORM ACCESS FOR AT LEAST A WHOLE YEAR (VIDEOS ARE DOWNLOADABLE)
    • SUPPLIER RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE US, EUROPE AND CANADA
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED

    • SOFT LEATHER
    • LINING FABRIC
    • SALPA STABILIZER
    • CRAFT FOAM
    • DECOVIL LIGHT
    • BONTEX/BAG STIFFENER
    • BRIDGE CONNECTOR (we carry it)
    • PURSE FEET
    • RIVETS
    • SWIVEL HOOKS & D-RINGS
    • MAGNETIC CLOSURE
    • MAGNETS

    • SEWING SUPPLIES
    • CONTACT CEMENT
    • DOUBLE-SIDED SEWING TAPE
    • A COMPREHENSIVE SUPPLIES LIST WILL BE PROVIDED, ALONG WITH SUPPLIER RECOMMENDATIONS
    • TO TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE OF OUR COMMUNITY A FACEBOOK ACCOUNT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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about the instructors

ISABELA felix

Isabela is a handbag designer who truly believes everyone can get professional looking results with the right materials and techniques.

Isabela has traveled the world to learn bag making techniques and studied under various Industry EXPERTS such as Martine Van Loock, Bruno Albuquerque and Paulo Morettin.

Isabela developed the class, using the same exact methods she learned while training under Paulo Morettin.

PAULO MORETTIN

Paulo has been a handbag and accessories designer and expert pattern drafter for over 40 years.

He owns an Atelier in São Paulo where he, his wife Nagina and their team design and manufacture high-end leather bags for upscale Brazilian boutiques.

Paulo also mentors other ateliers, and has been Isabela's personal mentor for the past 3 years.

He and Isabela designed The Liou Bag.

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save 20% if you sign up by 02/28/25

IF YOU SIGN UP BY 02/28/25, INSTEAD OF $375, YOU WILL PAY $297

**THE ACTUAL COURSE STARTS ON 03/22/25**

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