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The Fortune Cookie Purse - Retro Reticule – Free Sewing Tutorial

  • Writer: Susan
    Susan
  • Aug 8, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Sep 25, 2025

The Fortune Cookie Purse - Retro Reticule – Free Sewing Tutorial
eSheep Designs

The FREE Retro Reticule sewing tutorial from eSheep Designs puts a fresh spin on the early 19th-century "reticule" purse. While keeping its signature drawstring-inspired form, this version features a sleek crescent shape that morphs from a flat "fortune cookie" into a charming evening clutch once loaded.


Tailored for modern needs, it includes a center zippered divider to organize essentials like phones, keys, or small items neatly without adding bulk—keeping the design crisp and stylish. The wrist strap and loop are both made using the simple "no turn strap" method.


Perfect for sewists comfortable with lining a project or installing a zipper, the Retro Reticule is a one-day sew—ideal for crafting a memorable accessory or thoughtful gift.





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