My sis is headed to Scotland, so I made her a small crossbody using genuine Harris Tweed. This is the Charlotte crossbody, previously made in hot pink leather.
I purchased the tweed from Emmaline Bags in Canada and they provide great tips on how to work with the wool tweed. I interfaced prior to cutting but used no other interfacings. The leather for the gusset is very lightweight so I didn’t run into any issues.
I made the same type of belt buckle strap as I did for my previous Charlotte. I think it really elevates a standard strap. The lining is waterproof and the whole bag is very lightweight.
Pattern: Charlotte by Shamballa Designs
Tweed: Harris Tweed Macleod Tartan from Emmaline Bags
Leather: Venetian Upholstery, Chocolate, 2-3oz from Springfield Leather
Lining: Ottertex Hex Grid from Fabric Wholesale Direct
Strap: Horween Dublin Leather Strap, Brown Nut, ¾”, 4.5-5oz from Buckleguy
Strap Buckle: Antique Brass Roller Buckle ¾” from Buckleguy
