DIY Double Zip Coin Purse

Hey there! I’ve got another free pattern for you. This one is currently a staple design in my shop too!

Not sure you’re ready to make your own coin purse? No worries! Feel free to get a completed coin purse from my shop here.

I’ve made this little bag in a variety of prints and designs, and even made some updates along the way. I’ve finally got it just the way I want it and couldn’t be more excited to share it with you. Here are some progress photos so you can see the changes that have been made.

The differences are minor, but make all the difference in the quality of the product. First thing is first, Lets go over supplies.

This pattern really doesn’t need a lot of fabric. If you are going to a fabric store, you really only need 6″ of fabric for both the shell and lining. I love searching remnant bins to see what cheap finds I can get. If you are purchasing fabric online, I recommend the below supplies.

Supplies:

• Fat Quarter of outer fabric. (Suggestions include quilting cottons or lightweight canvas)
• Fat Quarter of lining fabric. (Strictly suggest quilting cottons)
• 7″ Nylon Zippers, quantity 2
• Optional – 1/2″ Lobster Claw
• Optional – 1/2″ Leather Tab

That’s all the supplies! Super easy I know! Now to get cutting.

Pieces:

• Main Piece – 6″ x 4 1/2″ (l x w) Cut 1 from outer fabric. Cut 2 from lining.
• Front Top Piece – 6″ x 1 1/2″ (l x w) Cut 1 from outer fabric.
• Front Bottom Piece – 6″ x 3 1/4″ (l x w) Cut 1 from outer fabric. Cut 1 from lining.
• Front Pocket Piece – 6 x 3 1/2″ (l x w) Cut 1 from lining.
• Zipper Ends – 1 1/2″ x 1″ (l x w) Cut 4 from outer fabric.

Preparation:

Step 1 – After cutting out the pieces, prep zippers by cutting them to be 6″ in length.

Step 2 – Fold the zipper ends in half, measurements should be 3/4″ x 1″. Press with an iron if needed. Pin and sew zipper ends to the zippers. I like my seam to be 1/8″ away from the fold of the zipper ends. Take is slowly when sewing so you do not break a needle.

Step 3 – We are going to start forming the front pocket. To do this you will need to swap to a zipper foot on your sewing machine. Next we are going to take the front bottom piece made with outer fabric and place it with the right side facing up. Then grab one of your completed zippers and place it along the top edge. Be sure the zipper head is facing down and is on the left side. Lastly, grab the front bottom piece made with lining and align it to the top edge, right side facing down. Pin/clip this in place and sew 3/8″ along top edge. Below image should help with the layering process.

Step 4 – Open layers and flip lining to back side of outer fabric. It helps to press this new seam. Then sew 3/8″ along the top edge, where the outer fabric and zipper meet. This will secure all the layers in place.

Step 5 – Now we are going to form the rest of the front pocket. Start with the front pocket piece, then place your current sewing piece on top. Align the two pieces at the top edge. Next place the front top piece, with right side down and upside down. Pin/clip this in place and sew 3/8″ along top edge. Below image should help with the layering process.

Step 6 – Fold up and iron only the top front piece. Sew 3/8″ along the new seam where the zipper and top front piece meet. This will secure the piece in place.

Step 7 – Now to finalize the front piece with some more layers. Start with your current work piece. Next take the second zipper and align it to the top edge. Be sure the zipper head is facing down and is on the left side. Lastly place one of the main pieces, made out of the lining right, side down and aligned to the top edge. Pin/clip this in place and sew 3/8″ along top edge. Below image should help with the layering process.

Step 8 – Open layers and flip lining to back side of outer fabric. It helps to press this new seam. Then sew 3/8″ along the top edge, where the outer fabric and zipper meet. This will secure all the layers in place.

Step 9 – Now we are joining our front and back sides, so a little more layering. To start this layer is the remaining main piece out of lining, right side facing up. Next is your working piece, also right side facing up. Finally is the main piece out of outer fabric, right side facing down. Pin/clip this in place and sew 3/8″ along top edge. Below image should help with the layering process.

Step 10 – Take the first and last pieces from your layering and fold them up. These two pieces make up the back portion of the bag. It helps to press this new seam. Then sew 3/8″ along the top edge, where the outer fabric and zipper meet. This will secure all the layers in place.

Step 11 – Now we are prepping the actual formation of the bag. It can get a little confusing, so we’ll take it slow. Start by making sure the upper zipper is unzipped at least half way. Working from the layering we have in the above image, take the outer fabric layer that makes the back and fold it down to meet the bottom edge of the working piece. Now you should have one layer at the top half and 5 layers at the bottom. Take the last layer from the bottom, which is a main piece, and fold it up to match the top edge of the second main piece lining. Now you should have 2 layers at the top and 4 at the bottom. Last part is very important. Your zipper should land about center of this top and bottom. It is very important that the zipper teeth are pointed upward toward the two main piece linings. Final result should look like below.

Step 12 – Now that the layers are all situated, it is time to sew them in place. Sew 3/8″ around all edges, leaving a 2 1/2″-3″ opening at the center top. Trim the corners being careful not to cut your new seams.

Step 13 – Flip your piece right side out and press out the corners. I like to mark the opening with pins so I know where to be stitching in the next step.

Step 14 – Sew the opening closed 1/8″ from the fold. Be sure to start sewing just before the first pin and finish just after the last pin. I changed my thread color to match the lining.

Step 15 – Fold the lining inside and iron the final piece. Congratulations on your completed bag!

If you want to add a lobster claw, there are two methods and I’ll go over both with you. First is the sewn-in method. The second is the rivet method. Both are pictured below and labeled.

Sew-in Method:

Cut a piece of fabric that is 2″ x 1 1/2″ (l x w). Fold the piece in half so it measures 1″ x 1 1/2″. Open the fold and fold the outer raw edges to the center fold line. The goal is to create something similar to bias tape. Final measurements should be 1/2″ x 1 1/2″. Sew 1/8″ along the longer sides to secure the piece and prevent it from opening. Place the lobster claw through the piece and fold in half. At step 12 is where we are going to secure this new loop and the lobster claw. Before you stitch the bag you’ll want to clip this piece in place. I personally like it 1/4″-1/2″ under the second zipper like in the above image. You’ll want to position it so the fold and lobster claw are pinned between the finished front piece and the main back piece, the raw edge of the loop should align with the raw edge of the bag. Proceed with step 12 and the remain steps. Congratulations!

Rivet Method:

The faux leather labels I use, come with precut holes for rivets. The labels are actually meant for knit hats, but the company I order from is really great and doesn’t mind etching the design on at an angle more suited for the bags. If you get a rivet kit it often comes with a piece that lets you cut wholes into the fabric to make space for the rivets. I find this method to often cause the rivets to come out, since the material is just cotton. Instead what I recommend is using a tool called an awl. This tool pierces the fabric and spreads the threads allowing for the rivets to be inserted without actually damaging the fabric.

First take your selected leather and slide it through the lobster claw. I like to get it centered and then align that with the bags side seam. Then use the awl in order to make space for the rivets. I place the awl in the center of the leather pieces precut holes to determine where to place the rivets. Repeat to the back side. Secure the rivets in place using the stamping tools and a hammer.

You did it! Please be share to tag me, @shychameleoncrafts when you share you finished coin purse. I can’t wait to see what fabrics you chose!

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