Do you remember the Make It Yours Clutch Bag pattern released back in April. So far, this pattern has been downloaded over 2000 times! Wow. Ladies have been busily sewing away, adding in their own creativity and imagination to turn this basic pattern into something really special. Enjoy these awesome … Continue reading
The entries are all in and wow, there is some serious sewing talent out there. Such a huge variety of bags all made from the same basic pattern. The imagination and creativity amazes me. A huge thank you to everyone who has entered and shared their wonderful sewing creations. Now … Continue reading
I’m presently taking the Design your own Handbag class from Craftsy following my sad and tragic experiences with sewing the World’s Ugliest Bag. This is the final post in the series. If you are interested, you can also read Part 1 of my review, and Part 2. You can also get … Continue reading
I’m presently taking the Design your own Handbag class from Craftsy following my sad and tragic experiences with sewing the World’s Ugliest Bag. Here’s what I’ve covered so far in the class. If you are interested, you can also read Part 1 of my review. Class review – part … Continue reading
So we are one month in and one month to go. Your entries for the Make It Yours Contest must be in by 30th May 2014. Are you planning to enter – don’t leave it till the last minute! Sew the Make It Yours Clutch Bag from the free sewing … Continue reading
Was it your mother who taught you how to sew? Or a grandmother? If so, they gave you a precious gift of knowledge that makes every day better and will be with you forever. Perhaps one day you’ll pass on that knowledge to your own daughter or grand daughter. The … Continue reading
Entries are starting to arrive for the Make It Yours Clutch Bag Contest. Are you already sewing? Better start if you haven’t already, as all entries are due in by the end of May. Larissa from Australia has submitted this fabulous bag made from the most unusual materials: “This clutch … Continue reading
Need a new bag? Silly question – of course, we all need more bags and this one is practical and versatile. You’re probably already familiar with this bag design as it featured in the recent post ‘How a Sewing Pattern is Born‘. A lot of work and testing went into … Continue reading
Did you see the world’s ugliest bag I made? Yep, that’s what still happens around here from time to time. Most of my sewing disasters are hidden carefully away and never see the light of day, the outside world or the pages of the site. I still blame it on … Continue reading
‘Make it Yours’ Sewing Contest Open 1st April 2014 to 30th May 2014. Have you downloaded the ‘Make it Yours’ Clutch Bag pattern? While it’s entirely optional, you might like to consider entering your completed bag into the ‘Make it Yours’ sewing contest – there are prizes to be won! … Continue reading
A simple one piece only pattern that folds ingeniously while sewn to create a basic clutch purse. Pattern available in two slightly different sizes. Make the purse plain with some top stitching around the flap, add some piping, add decorations, ribbon, flowers or embroidery to the flap or body of … Continue reading
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