Happiness Through Sewing
Up to now we made the handles, made the exterior of the bag, attached the handles, added shape to the bag and made the lining. Now let’s put it all together and be done. This goes fast. With the exterior of the bag inside out, place the lining inside the bag, right sides of both […] Read more…
This is part 4 in a 5 part series. Be sure to visit these earlier post: Part 1: Cutting Out The Bag and Stitching Up the Exterior Part 2: The Handles Part 3: Making It Stand On Its Own The lining. It’s like making a second bag but not having a second bag to use when […] Read more…
Up to this point the tote bag is flat. I do own a few totes that are flat and they’re fine, they just don’t hold much. This tote bag is meant to hold your lunch, your kindle, your small purse, a bottle of water, and of course, your sewing kit (just kidding). In order to […] Read more…
With the outside of the tote bag done, it’s time to make the handles. Be sure to read Part 1 here to see how to construct the tote bag up to this point. Your tote bag is inside out and the handles are sticking out as four separate pieces. The top 3 1/2″ of the […] Read more…
It took me years to admit I love those canvas tote bags from LL Bean. Except I don’t really. I love the shape and the size. I love that they’re well made. I love that is an everyday practical item with a smart design to it. I just didn’t care for the color choices. That’s […] Read more…
Sewing tutorials are abundant and then you lose the one you wanted to try and it’s like looking for a needle in a haystack to relocate it. This time I couldn’t find the tutorial I had printed off months ago for a rectangle shape toiletries bag. I searched and ended up finding a different tutorial […] Read more…
You know how the sequel is usually a disappointment? This second version of the drawstring bag is even easier to make than drawstring bag I just posted so I’m hoping you will not be disappointed. I’ve made this bag without a button hole. There is no figuring out the placement of the buttonhole or sewing the […] Read more…
Drawstring bags are under appreciated. It’s probably the unglamorous, homey vibe they give off but let’s not judge a book by it’s cover. Drawstring bags are practical, versatile and can be “dressed-up” with fabric choice or even trim but most importantly they are very easy to make. When my kids were little I used them […] Read more…
The diaper bag I owned when I was a new mom came with a small removable changing pad. It was super handy and as my baby grew into a toddler and I didn’t need to bring the whole bag, I would still take that pad and a couple of diapers. So when I saw Jordana […] Read more…
Gift giving season is approaching and every year I try to make some of the gifts I give. I do it because I enjoy making things. Long ago I thought it would save money to make some of the gifts I gave but with all the sales that go on this time of year, I’m […] Read more…