Debbie Shore started her career as a children's television presenter and since then has appeared regularly on television both as an actress and selling products on a shopping channel. Debbie has also hosted live fashion shows with a major fashion store, produces her own range of instructional DVDs and writes for several popular sewing magazines. She is now a bestselling author and has written 12 books for Search Press, with several more underway. Debbie was voted Sewing Designer of the Year in the Immediate Media British Craft Awards 2017. She lives in Lincolnshire. Visit her website www.debbieshoresewing.com.

• 8 Introduction10 10 tips for the complete beginner11 Sewing kit15 Before you start24 The Projects26 Casual Tassel Bag31 Casual Tassel Purse34 All Decked Out Bag38 All Decked Out Purse40 Girl About Town Bag44 Girl About Town Purse48 Miss Messenger Bag54 Mini Miss Messenger Purse58 Working Girl Tote64 Working Girl Wallet68 First Class Caddy74 First Class Passport Wallet78 Ladies' Day Bag83 Ladies' Day Purse86 Cocktail Hour Bag90 Cocktail Hour Purse94 Crafty Girl's Folder98 Crafty Girl's Purse104 Blooming Marvellous Tote108 Blooming Marvellous Purse112 Twisted Threads Bag116 Twisted Threads Purse120 Girl on the Go Bag125 Girl on the Go Purse 128 Index and templates

Leading craft publisher Search Press has many titles that are perfect for gifting. The book contains 24 projects, with 12 bags and 12 matching purses. Designs include flowery patchwork totes, backpacks with faux leather detailing, clasp-top clutches, cute floral message bags, practical folder holders and a stylish business travel bag. Each purse is made in the same style and fabric as its corresponding bag, requiring no more than half a yard of outer fabric together with hardware, trimmings and lining. The instructions are provided in Debbie's clear, friendly style, along with easy-to-follow photography. Each template is included at full size, and there are QR-coded video links that provide additional support from the author.