In this video, I'll demonstrate how to make a cotton double-sided strap. This is a really fun and easy way to use a different fabric on either side of the strap, allowing for some extra visual interest to your bag. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eohdYT_Rd4]

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What to do if you are using a sewing pattern but you need the finished bag or pouch to be larger or smaller in dimension? It's a tricky subject, and today I'm going to be discussing two different methods for doing so. Thank you so much to Karla Thomas for creating this helpful graphic to give an overview of the...

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In this video, I will discuss some options for overnight bags for a small child (room for clothes and toys). Tudor Bag - https://tinyurl.com/2p8cf2xw Coalition Bag - https://tinyurl.com/3h7s5scr Cumberland Backpack - https://tinyurl.com/py5b3xu8 Tortoise Bag - https://tinyurl.com/pmyy868a Marlin Backpack - https://tinyurl.com/2p9mrekn [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxLIEPmbN18]

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I would have to say, that in my sewing room at least, rotary cutters are like scissors. I have many pairs, and they all function at a good average, but I just have one scissor (Kai #7205!) and one rotary cutter that is the best and easiest to use. I recently started using the Martelli Ergonomic Rotary Cutter, and I...

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In this video, I'll demonstrate how to use the Zipper Jig for attaching zipper pulls to zipper tape (or zipper-by-the-yard). I have tried several ways to attach zipper pulls, and up until this point, the Zipper Jig is the best method I've used. You can pick up your own Zipper Jig here: https://tinyurl.com/yewse24v [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRoguXhxsbE]

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In this video, I will discuss some best practices for printing out a pdf sewing pattern, as well as what to avoid. While different devices or printers may show slightly different printer settings, I think this will still be helpful when printing out your pattern pieces to make sure that they have printed to the correct size. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHuoa36es0I]

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In this video, I'll discuss possible choices for your next knitting or crochet bag using a Sew Sweetness sewing pattern! To check out more Sew Sweetness bags that people made for their knitting, check here: https://tinyurl.com/49762kj9 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nY61gg68umM]

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In this demonstration, I'll show you how to plan for placement of purse feet in a bag that doesn't have a bottom panel (for information on how to install purse feet in a bag with a bottom panel, see below). This usually occurs in a different style of bag, most commonly in a bag that has a side panel...

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In this video, I'll demonstrate how to make and attaching binding to your bag. There are different methods for finishing a bag (birthing, drop-in lining, binding), and when using binding, you'll be sewing your bag together resulting in raw edges on the lining. These raw edges will be covered with binding for a finished look. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oNJIUbpjOo]

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In this video, I will demonstrate how to sew darts on a bag. Darts take a flat piece of fabric and give it a 3-dimensional shape. Sew darts without getting puckers in your fabric using these easy techniques. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLRQ2-JdSjs]

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