The Inside Story: Fabric & Lining Techniques That Matter

When designing your bag and thinking of materials you want it to be made of, the lining of a bag is often forgotten by newer designers. Having your bag lined not only means having a nicer finish, but it also allows the bag to last longer.

Different materials help to set the vibe you want for the design - the same leather bag can feel more casual or fancier depending on the material selected for it's interior. Let's talk about some of the materials we use at Clutch Made!

Fabric Lining

This is the most cost effective option for those looking for a nice finish on their bag's intereior. A few of our favorite lining fabrics include bengaline, poly/cotton twill, satin, organic cotton twill, and nylon. They all bring a different feel to your bag, but you can always see, feel, and review your options when we work on sourcing materials for your bag.

It's impotant to remember that leather bags' parts are not pinned, but glued together for the making. This means that, when working with fabric lining, it's important to stay away from white and lighter shades that might be see through and give your clients an unwanted behid the seams look.

Leather Lining

For a more sophisticated finish, try a leather lining. This needs to be made in a lighter article though, and Lambskin will have the same look and a very similar feel to the leather exterior. You can try matching exterior and interior colors, or go for a pop of color with the lambskin lining.

Louis Vuitton bags linned with suede (on the left) and lambskin (on the right)

For a softer touch, suede is your article of choice. It can be found as sheep suede, pig suede, cow suede - don't worry, we will work with you on deciding which is the best one for your design.

Special feature materials

Need something special for your design? At Clutch Made, we have worked with the most diverse materials, including sustainable, smell proof, and water resistant lining options. Whatever your design calls for, we will source it within our vendors to present you with the best options.

Want it to be even more special? Try a custom print lining to add a custom artwork or even your logo to the interior of your bags. This is a great way of standing out from competitors and add a personal touch. We offer custom print services on leather and several fabric materias, such as twill, denim, canvas, and satin.

some of the custom print lining developed by Clutch Made

All of this information can feel quite overwhelming and leave you thinking "ok, but what kind of lining will work for my bag?". That's exactly why we created the Product Design Pack, including our exclusive online course on How to Make Accessories in the USA to align your ideas and get them onto paper, our Accessory Design Consultation to discuss the business and product you will be creating, and our Tech Pack Consultation to narrow down important details, such as measurements, design details, and of course the best materials for your product. Get the Product Design Pack here and let us make your idea happen!