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Bags, Pattern Hacks

Pattern Hack – Epicure Pouch with Strap

A great pattern hack is available for the Epicure Pouch (the Epicure Pouch is part of Minikins Season Two). The first modification is how to add a strap to the Epicure Pouch; there is also instructions on how to make a double-pouch, if you prefer. Thanks to Michelle Graham for designing this pattern hack! You can download Michelle's instructions for...

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Pattern Hack – Suffolk Coin Purse with Zipper

Here's a pattern hack for the Suffolk Coin Purse. This modification is for adding a zipper instead of the metal frame, and also an optional wrist strap. Thanks to Michelle Graham for designing this pattern hack! You can download Michelle's instructions for the pattern hack here: Suffolk Coin Purse with a Zipper and Wrist Strap Hack (you will also need a...

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Sew Sweetness Polaris Bag to hip bag pattern hack
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Pattern Hack – Polaris Bag into a Hip Bag

Here's a pattern hack for turning the Polaris Bag (either style of the bag - either the square version or the oval version from the pattern) into a hip bag/waist bag! Michelle Graham has designed this pattern hack and given you several options for attach the strapping that goes around your waist. You can download Michelle's instructions for the pattern...

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Pattern Hack – Paladin Crossbody Bag

A pattern hack is available for the Paladin Pouch. This modification is for a vertical zipper on the front and instructions on how to change the pouch into a crossbody bag. Thanks to Michelle Graham for designing this pattern hack! You can download Michelle's instructions for the pattern hack here: Paladin Pouch Hack (you will also need a copy of the...

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Bags, Pattern Hacks, Tutorials

Pattern Hack – Creative Maker Supply Case

  This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Creative Maker Supply Case. The modification is to make this case into a wallet! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Creative Maker Supply Case sewing pattern in order to complete the rest of the case. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify or write a sewing pattern in...

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Sew Sweetness Petrillo Bag pattern hack
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Pattern Hack – Petrillo Bag

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Petrillo Bag. The modification is to make this bag into a convertible backpackl! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Petrillo Bag pattern in order to complete the rest of the bag. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify or write a sewing pattern in a skillful or clever...

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Sew Sweetness Filigree Double-Zip Pouch pattern hack
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Pattern Hack – Filigree Double-Zip Pouches

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Filigree Double-Zip Pouches sewing pattern. The modification to the pattern is to add handy pull tabs at either end of the zipper! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Filigree Double-Zip Pouches pattern in order to complete the rest of the case. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify or...

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Pattern Hacks, Tutorials

Pattern Hack – Polaris Bag

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Polaris Bag. The modification is to add grab handles to the bag instead of a side strap. While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Polaris Bag pattern in order to complete the rest of the bag. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify or write a sewing pattern in...

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Sew Sweetness Park West Bag Pattern Hack
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Pattern Hack – Park West Bag

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Park West Bag. The modification is to use vinyl for the accents and straps of the bag, add a side-strap, and change up the zipper panel! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Park West Bag pattern in order to complete the rest of the bag. DEFINITION – Pattern...

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Sew Sweetness Lilium Bag pattern hack
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Pattern Hack – Lilium Laptop Bag

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Lilium Laptop Bag sewing pattern. The modification is to widen the bag for a diaper bag! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Lilium Laptop Bag pattern in order to complete the rest of the bag. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify or write a sewing pattern in a...

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Sew Sweetness Hey Mercedes Bag pattern hack
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Pattern Hack – Hey Mercedes Bag

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Hey Mercedes Bag sewing pattern, from the book Windy City Bags. The modification is for different pockets on the bag! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up Windy City Bags for the pattern in order to complete the rest of the bag. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify or write a sewing...

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Honeymooner Suitcase pattern hack, original pattern from Big-City Bags book
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Pattern Hack – Honeymooner Suitcase

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Honeymooner Suitcase sewing pattern, from the book Big-City Bags. The modification to the pattern is for luggage straps and a mesh zippered pocket! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up Big-City Bags for the pattern in order to complete the rest of the bag. DEFINITION – Pattern Hack : to modify...

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