The upsurge of Ankara trends and bag, which is used by both male and female students had since become one of the trending bags in Nigeria 2021. Trendy Ankara handbag design is an extremely portable way to move books and other writing materials for students. The most crucial aspect is that it is reasonably affordable despite being a rising fashion trend in Nigeria.

The cost of ready-made or imported bags has climbed, despite a decline in the production and quality of the bags, according to Economy & Lifestyle. Students now carry their writing supplies in fashionable cloth bags because of this. They assert that the Ankara tote bags are stronger and can handle bulky writing materials.

There is a jolt of ease that comes from using Ankara bags to carry things. The majority of them lack locks, unlike backpacks, which is the only drawback. Costs for the Ankara bags for sale range from 1,500 to 2,500 Naira. All those costs and hassles are gone with the cloth bag. Heavy reading and writing materials can be carried by students for less money. Whereas, some ready-made bags are offered for between N15,000 and N20,000, which was formerly between N3,000 and N5,000 respectively. The vendors on the other hand will claim that these are the originals. Once purchased, it won't last more than six months until the hands start to draw away. However, when it comes to Ankara bags, there’s a level of convenience carrying them around. The only thing is that most of them don’t have locks like the backpacks.

Alternately, students might repurpose old Okrika backpacks to create sizable, weight-friendly Ankara cloth bags. One University of Uyo student asserts, “Buying an old Okrika and recreating it with Ankara is a lot more economical.

“I sewed this cloth bag myself,” she claimed. It was sewn with Ankara styles. You can also purchase it from vendors of Okrika bags for N500 and N1,000. Due to the weight of my reading and writing materials, the hands of all of my leather bags are terrible, so I had to start using it.” She said.

However, bag vendors complain about the rising costs of backpacks, both new and fairly used, as the dollar appreciates daily against the naira. Depending on the quality, the usual bags can be fairly pricey right now. The Naira’s decline in value versus the Dollar and the costs associated with import tariffs are to blame for the price hike. This problem affects everyone, including those selling reasonably used backpacks, as their prices have also hit the roofs.

How clothe bags are made

Since Ankara fashion is still in trend and in high demand, many Nigerian fashionistas are interested in learning how to manufacture trendy Ankara bag designs. Here is a tutorial for producing fashionable Ankara bags that will assist you in creating your very own tote bag and Ankara backpacks.

What you need

• Ankara textile

• Lining material

• Cardboard

• A glue gun or similar adhesive

Procedures

1. Cutting the Material

The first of the four steps on how to manufacture Ankara bags is to measure and cut the fabric. First, if you want to make a simple clutch, cut your cardboard into two equal rectangles. If you want a clutch with two compartments, cut it into three equal rectangles. Now take your lining fabric and cut it using the cardboard cutouts. Place the cardboard piece on the fabric piece, then cut with 1 cm of fabric remaining on each side. Following the same instructions, cut out the Ankara piece.

2. Gluing The Bag

You will complete the clutch foundation here. Attach the cardboard pieces to the fabric’s inside using glue. The edges should then be rolled over and secured with a glue gun. Put your completed lining piece of fabric on the Ankara fabric, trace it with a pencil, and then roll over the edges to give it a form that matches your lining piece. Attach the two parts with glue.

3. Complete The Clutch

With the aid of a piece of lining fabric fastened to the main portion of the bag on three sides, leaving the fourth wide side open, you may divide your clutch into two chambers. Additionally, you can add pockets to your bag by pasting tiny scraps of lining or Ankara fabric where you want them to go. For a clean finish, form the bag’s sides. Add two pieces of Ankara fabric to a piece of bag lining fabric and glue them halfway up one side of the bag. Thicker textiles can retain your belongings more securely while lighter fabrics help to create a smooth surface.

4. Decoration

In this step of the bag-making process, you’ll embellish your clutch. Use the glue gun to affix your preferred decorative item, such as a charm or bead, to the front of the clutch. The final step is to add a clasp so you can carry your new bag without worrying about your belongings slipping out.