# Shoulder bag - Gusset (3/6)

# Preparing the gusset

1. Cut a rectangle
2. Draw the border
3. Add the holes

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Dye with the antic after protection.

![](/images/sac_a_main/069_v1.jpg)

Prepare strips for stitching indirectly the front to the gusset.

![](/images/sac_a_main/065_v1.jpg)

Stitch the strips to the gusset.

![](/images/sac_a_main/070_v1.jpg)
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We use these strips as the leather is very thick and cannot be bended easily for stitching.
The strips are much more thinner and flexible.
![](/images/sac_a_main/072_v1.jpg)
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## Attach for the shoulder strips

Cut the necessary length twice.

![](/images/sac_a_main/099_v1.jpg)

If you do not have a tool to cut belts properly, draw the shape of the edges.

![](/images/sac_a_main/100_v1.jpg)

Reproduce it and cut the leather edges.

![](/images/sac_a_main/101_v1.jpg)
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Polish the borders to get them clean.

![](/images/sac_a_main/103_v1.jpg)

Burnish the borders.

![](/images/sac_a_main/107_v1.jpg)

Design the inside.

![](/images/sac_a_main/108_v1.jpg)
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Color and apply antic dye.

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Prepare the holes and stitch with a semi-ring locked in.

![](/images/sac_a_main/112_v1.jpg)

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