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Posted on November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 by chera — Leave a comment

[MY TESTER VERSION] The Stonecrop Satchel

Blue Calla Sewing Patterns just released a new pattern, it’s a satchel type, named The Stonecrop Organizer Satchel Bag.

The Stonecrop Satchel has a rectangular shape, medium size, two top carry handles, and a crossbody strap. With this size, this bag can be your everyday handbag, the perfect bag to go to work too. It can perfectly fit all the basics you need to survive the day, plus your gadgets too.

This Stonecrop pattern has many features. One of them, For the front pocket, has two options, an organizer pocket or a simple pocket with closure. My tester version of The Stonecrop Satchel was done with a simple pocket with closure used Tula Pink fabric and linen.

On the other exterior part has a zippered pocket. Inside the bag are two slip pockets and one zippered pocket.

[from Bluecalla’s website}
SUPPLIES: Exterior fabric:
1 Fat Quarter Exterior fabric 1
1/2 – 3/4 yard Exterior fabric 2 or cork/vinyl (will vary depending on the width of your cork/vinyl)Lining fabric:
1 1/2 yards Lining fabric (44” W)Interfacing:
4-5 yards Fusible woven interfacing (20” wide)
1 Fat Quarter Fusible fleece (45” wide)
15” W x 10” H Peltex or firm sew-in interfacing
1-yard Foam interfacing (20” W)
Notions and Supplies:
(2) 1” D-rings or triangle rings or other side connectors
(1) 1.5” rectangle slide
(2) 1.5” swivels
(1) small turn-lock
(4) 1” rectangle rings or small strap connectors
(4) purse feet (optional)
(1) metal zipper end (optional)
(2) 6” zippers #4.5 or #5 (or 8 inches of zipper tape)
(1) 14” zipper #4.5 or #5 for main closure (or 14” zipper tape)
(1) 9” zipper (any size will work) for the interior pocket (or 11” of zipper tape)
(1) 10” zipper #4.5 or #5 for the exterior pocket (or 12” of zipper tape)
(1) 6” #3 or dress zipper (or 8” zipper of zipper tape)

MEASUREMENTS: 12.25” W x 9.5” H x 3.75” D (31 cm x 24 cm x 9.5 cm)
SEWING EXPERIENCE: This bag with a regular pocket with flap closure would be considered intermediate however the version with the organizer pocket would be considered advanced as it requires precision with seam allowances to ensure a proper fit.

Here is the pattern’s link, click here!

Happy sewing!

I love handmade, I buy handmade, I make handmade and I sell handmade. Handmade is so special 🙂

Posted on October 24, 2020October 24, 2020 by chera — Leave a comment

“SANDHILL” Sling Bag

SLING BAG | SLING BACK BAG | SLOUCHY BAG | SANDHILL SLING BAG

A sling bag is a bag that’s designed to be worn comfortably across the chest or back and secured to the body with a cross-shoulder style strap. The buckle tends to be off-center, the straps connect diagonally, and the body of the bag tends to have an oblong shape (we say “tends to” because there are quite a few exceptions, which we’ll get into later).

Yes, that’s one of the definitions of the sling bag that I found.

This time I made this sling bag in the “Harry Potter” theme fabric because my daughter loves this theme and canvas for the exterior, cotton for the interior. The pattern of the bag is from Noodlehead, Sandhill Sling Bag, a compact hands-free sling-style bag. If you want to buy the pattern just click here.

A sling bag will change our way of carrying stuff, at least it makes us easier carrying the stuff, really! That was also one of the reasons why I bought this pattern and make this bag as soon as possible after I bought the pattern.

Sling Bags Are Perfect for Your Day Trip Essentials

This Sandhill is one of the perfect accessories for a day trip. As we know for a trip we need some essential things like a phone, keys, a wallet that should be easy to grab out and put in several times, and Sandhill fit for it! I really love this!

With this back bag, we can wear on the front and one on the back, so this bag also perfect to put in our flight essentials. This sling bag becomes a great place to keep your pocketable items, especially while in transit. Just toss all of your stuff in your sling.

For Sandhill pattern, there are features that I’ve got from Noodlehead, which are:

two fun views to sew! Choose a zippered front pocket (View A) or a patch pocket with a flap (View B)
large interior pocket
zip-top closure keeps your important belonging secure
adjustable strap
perfect for carrying your everyday needs without getting in the way

THAT’S PERFECT!

So let’s just toss all sorts of fun goodies into our sling bag just because we can! Yes, sling bags provide us easy access to our things inside! We can wear this bag to festivals, exploring places, parks, hiking or other outdoor activities, everyday use, and many more! Have fun!

FYI, the “Harry Potter” fabric I bought at byTheYard 😉

I love handmade, I buy handmade, I make handmade and I sell handmade. Handmade is so special 🙂

Posted on October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 by chera — Leave a comment

“Deyjon” Bucket Bag

BUCKET BAG | SHOULDER BAG | SLOUCHY BAG

There are many types of bags. The bucket bag is one of my favorite types. The bucket bag trend is always alive and thriving. Bucket bags will carry all the essentials with the toss-it-in ease of a tote but in a more tidy, chic package. That’s why I love this kind of bag. But the bucket bag doesn’t necessarily look like buckets. The flat bottom can be round/oval or square. Typically have a top drawstring closure, but the most important is how easy and secure when you access your bag’s contents.

If you would like to make this kind of bag, you can search for the pattern and start to make it. This time I would like to share there is a bucket bag pattern from Country Cow Designs, that called “Deyjon” Bucket Bag.

I made the “Deyjon” Bucket Bag and I love it! I am sure for you all who loves bucket bag type also will love it! The pattern you can find here (just click):

The “Deyjon” is a great sized bucket bag. It holds loads of stuff inside but it doesn’t feel like you’re carrying the world with you. It features two exterior zip pockets which are ideal for holding your keys, phone, or sunglasses. The interior has a zipper pocket and slips pocket.

The pattern provides two options for the top closure. You can choose between a draw-string and a recessed zipper panel. They look so different that it’s almost like getting two patterns in one! The pattern is ideal for canvas, cork, vinyl, or leather. You can even make it using cotton but I’d recommend adding some fleece for stability.

Finished size: 12 1/2″ tall x 10″ wide x 5 1/2″ deep.

The pattern is suitable for ambitious beginners. It includes a full video tutorial as well as a 20-page step by step photo guide and a printable pattern for all pattern pieces in both A4 and “letter” paper sizes.