Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how to design a leather purse pattern completely from scratch using simple measurements and common leatherworking tools. In this video Chuck Dorsett walks leather crafters through building the pouch face, flap, gusset, pockets, and straps while keeping everything symmetrical and accurate.
You’ll also see how to plan hardware placement, adjust strap sizing, and transfer finished patterns for long-term use. This process is ideal for leather crafters who want more confidence creating original projects.
Tools & Materials Used: weaverleathersupply.com/collections/making-a-purse-part-1-the-pattern
Materials Used
Pattern Sheet: weaverleathersupply.com/products/pattern-sheet-24-x-45
12" x 8" Steel Square with Non-Slip Tape: weaverleathersupply.com/products/12-x-8-steel-square-with-non-slip-tape
Heavy Duty Scratch Awl: weaverleathersupply.com/products/4-heavy-duty-scratch-awl-3-1-2
French Curve: weaverleathersupply.com/products/simple-french-curve-template-by-makers-leather-supply
8” Wing Divider: weaverleathersupply.com/products/wing-divider-8
Corner Knife: weaverleathersupply.com/products/corner-knife
Round End Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-round-strap-end-punch
Oblong: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-oblong-leather-punch
English Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-english-point-strap-end-punch
Heavy Duty Revolving Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/imported-revolving-head-punch
Round Hole Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-round-hole-punch
00:00 Planning purse dimensions
02:21 Choosing pattern materials
03:15 Cutting the front pouch
04:30 Creating symmetrical shapes
06:54 Designing the front pocket
09:28 Shaping the pocket flap
12:02 Laying out the main body and flap
15:47 Measuring and cutting the gusset
17:12 Marking hardware placement
19:22 Creating buckle and billet straps
24:30 Designing shoulder strap pieces
28:17 Sizing straps for fit
30:14 Punching pattern holes
32:52 Final pattern review and adjustments
Learn how to design a leather purse pattern completely from scratch using simple measurements and common leatherworking tools. In this video Chuck Dorsett walks leather crafters through building the pouch face, flap, gusset, pockets, and straps while keeping everything symmetrical and accurate.
You’ll also see how to plan hardware placement, adjust strap sizing, and transfer finished patterns for long-term use. This process is ideal for leather crafters who want more confidence creating original projects.
Tools & Materials Used: weaverleathersupply.com/collections/making-a-purse-part-1-the-pattern
Materials Used
Pattern Sheet: weaverleathersupply.com/products/pattern-sheet-24-x-45
12" x 8" Steel Square with Non-Slip Tape: weaverleathersupply.com/products/12-x-8-steel-square-with-non-slip-tape
Heavy Duty Scratch Awl: weaverleathersupply.com/products/4-heavy-duty-scratch-awl-3-1-2
French Curve: weaverleathersupply.com/products/simple-french-curve-template-by-makers-leather-supply
8” Wing Divider: weaverleathersupply.com/products/wing-divider-8
Corner Knife: weaverleathersupply.com/products/corner-knife
Round End Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-round-strap-end-punch
Oblong: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-oblong-leather-punch
English Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-english-point-strap-end-punch
Heavy Duty Revolving Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/imported-revolving-head-punch
Round Hole Punch: weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-round-hole-punch
00:00 Planning purse dimensions
02:21 Choosing pattern materials
03:15 Cutting the front pouch
04:30 Creating symmetrical shapes
06:54 Designing the front pocket
09:28 Shaping the pocket flap
12:02 Laying out the main body and flap
15:47 Measuring and cutting the gusset
17:12 Marking hardware placement
19:22 Creating buckle and billet straps
24:30 Designing shoulder strap pieces
28:17 Sizing straps for fit
30:14 Punching pattern holes
32:52 Final pattern review and adjustments
