Kelly-Style Leather Bag Written Assembly Tutorial: Free PDF Guide

Making a structured leather handbag involves more than simply following a row of stitching holes. The order of assembly, stitch tension, hardware placement and alignment of the leather pieces all affect the finished shape. If you prefer having written instructions beside you while you work, this printable guide offers a clear reference for assembling a Babylon Leather Kelly-style handbag kit.

Created by Roxanne for the Babylon Leather community, the 14-page guide is designed to accompany the official video tutorial. Its sections follow the same assembly sequence and include matching video timestamps, detailed photographs, diagrams and practical maker's tips. The guide covers decorative saddle stitching, the inner pocket and base stabilizer, the clochette, side straps, handle and handle tabs, lock hardware, side panels and final assembly.

The guide also explains the difference between oblique stitching holes and round holes. Although the appropriate stitching technique depends on the version of the kit, the overall assembly sequence remains the same. Before beginning, check that the written guide and video match your particular kit, then review both resources so you understand the construction before making the first stitch.

For the complete step-by-step instructions, download the free PDF below.

Download the Free Kelly-Style Bag Tutorial

Free written guide

Kelly-Style Handbag Tutorial

Download the complete 14-page guide for step-by-step instructions, photographs, diagrams, video timestamps and maker's tips.

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Kits compatible with this tutorial:

• SY34 Kelly-Style Epsom Leather Bag DIY Kit (Round Holes)

• SY36 Kelly-Style Togo Leather Bag DIY Kit (Oblique Holes)

Created by a Fellow Maker

This written guide was created by Roxanne and shared with the Babylon Leather community with permission. We sincerely appreciate the time and care she put into documenting the project, explaining the reasons behind important steps and making the assembly process easier to revisit at your own pace.