Follow me step by step as I show you how to sew a simply zipped purse in faux leather. You can of course sew this is any normal fabric using the same steps. I include top tips on working with zips and how to understitch your lining so that your zip remains snag free. For …
This tutorial takes you through the steps to make a nify little two zipped pouch.. perfect for anything. Aimed at beginners upwards. REMEMBER that if your zip is way too long, and a plastic coil zip, you can just sew over the end and chop off the excess.
Remember those purses from your childhood, the ones where when you squeezed the sides they popped open? Well this is a bigger better version and unlike other tutorials out there this one has no raw edges on the inside, it’s as neat as neat can be. You will need; Fabric & wadding 10″ x 16″ …
Would you like to know the best ways for sewing with Vinyl? Even if you don’t buy the vinyl brand new you’ll be amazed at how much vinyl packaging there is that you can repurpose. Garden covers, bedding and lots more are often packaged in vinyl wrapping these days. You will need; 1 x 10″ …
Ever carried around a big shopping bag, or a simple tote, and lost your keys and phones in those hidden depths? Yep I’ve been there too and this nifty 10 minute make will save you hours of searching. You will need; Pretty much any decent size fabric scraps work but during this tutorial I reference …
Download our free pattern with all the fabric requirements and full scale template to make one of these clever sliding pouches. Perfect for pencils, pens, makeup brushes, crochet hooks and more. It is a great little project bag and stands up nicely waiting for action. and it makes the perfect gift. We’ve also put together …
We are carrying it wherever we go and we need to have it easy to use…. this little pouch can attach to your bag for easy access.
You’ll need; 2 x fabric for the outside 5 1/4″ wide x 3 3/4″ tall, 2 x fabric for the lining the same 1 x fabric for the outside 1 3/4″ wide x 2 3/4″ tall, 1 x fabric for the lining the same 7″ zipper, 5 1/2″ ribbon and 10″ of binding.
You’ll need; 2 x strips of fabric 5″ wide by 22″ long 1 x wadding 5″ wide by 22″ long (optional)
You’ll need; Fabric for the front and back 13″ x 15″ (1 of each), Lining fabric above the zip 13″ x 2″ (2), Lining fabric below the zip 13″ x 14″ (2), Fabric for the side of the zips 12″ x 2″ (4), Zip tab 3.5″ x 2″ (1), 14″ zip and webbing for the …
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