Crossbody Canvas Bucket Tote
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1 Published on Sew4Home Crossbody Canvas Bucket Tote Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 16 May :00 This modern canvas bucket bag has great slouchy style and tough construction details, making it a good choice for men or women. It's a serious shoulder bag ready to head out into the elements. Load it up for a weekend adventure, use it as a holdall for gym gear, or simply sling it crossbody or over your shoulder for the trek into work each day. We were inspired by vintage rucksacks and European satchels to create a rugged design with strapping, topstitching, and an interesting lining fabric that adds a bit of fun on the inside.
2 Part of the secret to our perfect slouchy finish is the washed heavyweight canvas. We always recommend pre-washing your fabric when appropriate, but for this cool, already-worn-in look, pre-washing is the ticket.
3 We chose a neutral palette for our sample, but the selection of canvas at most retailers is quite wide and varied. We show you two additional color combinations below as bonus inspiration. We've also included an alternative for the lining in our Supplies list below since our original selection of Urbanista by Michael Miller Fabrics is an older collection that isn't readily available. Navy-Emerald Combo Cocoa-Denim Combo
4 Our bucket bag finishes at approximately 12" wide x 14" high x 6" deep. The strap is fully adjustable
5 Sewing Tools You Need Sewing Machine and standard presser foot Quarter Inch Seam foot; optional but helpful for exact topstitching 100/16 Denim Needle Fabric and Other Supplies
6 ½ yard of 60" wide medium to heavy-weight cotton canvas or similar for the main bag exterior panels and the exterior pockets; we used 60" 9.3oz 100% Cotton Canvas Duck in Khaki ½ yard of 60" wide medium to heavy-weight cotton canvas or similar for the bag exterior accent panels and straps; we used 60" 9.3oz 100% Cotton Canvas Duck in Moss 1 yard of 44"+ wide standard weight cotton for the bag's lining, the exterior pockets' lining, and the lining pocket; we used 44" 20/20 Glasses in Neutral from the Urbanista collection by Michael Miller Fabrics, which is no longer readily available this is good current option: Whistles in Neutral from the Trinket collection by Cotton + Steel TWO 1-9/16" plastic grommets; we used Dritz Home Plastic Curtain Grommets in Rustic Brown TWO 1¼" D-rings; we used Dritz D-rings in Charcoal Scrap of lightweight fusible interfacing (you need just an 8" x 4½" piece); we used a scrap of Pellon Shir-Tailor All purpose thread to match fabrics All purpose thread in a slightly contrasting color for all topstitching; we recommend Coats Dual Duty Heavy thread or Coats Dual Duty Jeans Topstitching thread See-through ruler Fabric pen or pencil Seam gauge Seam ripper Scissors or rotary cutter and mat Iron and ironing board Straight pins Getting Started 1. From the fabric for the main bag exterior panels and the exterior pockets (Khaki Canvas in our sample), cut the following: FOUR 10" wide x 13½" high rectangles for the main panels TWO 5½" wide x 6" high rectangles for the exterior pockets ONE 3" wide x 1¼" high rectangle for the optional label backing 2. From the fabric for the bag exterior accent panels and straps (Moss Canvas in our sample), cut the following: FOUR 10" wide x 4¼" high rectangles for the upper accent panels TWO 19" wide x 6" rectangles for the bag base panels ONE 3½" x 58" strip for the long shoulder strap ONE 3½" x 9" strip for the short shoulder strap TWO 3½" x 12 strips for the grommet-side body panel straps TWO 3½" x 8½ strips for the plain-side body panel straps 3. From the fabric for the bag's lining, the exterior pockets' lining, and the lining pocket (Neutral 20/20 Glasses in our
7 sample), cut the following: TWO 19" x 19" squares for the lining ONE 8" wide x 10" high rectangle for the lining pocket TWO 5½" wide x 6" high rectangles for the linings of the exterior pockets 4. From the interfacing, cut ONE 8" x 4½" rectangle. At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board Create the horizontal upper accent panels 1. Find the four 10" x 4¼" panels. 2. On two of the four panels, insert a grommet. The grommet should be centered top to bottom within the panel with the center point of the grommet 3½" from one raw end of the panel. 3. Use the provided template to mark the grommet hole. If you are new to using these grommets, check out our step-bystep tutorial: How To Use Snap-On Grommets. 4. If you'd like to add your own label to your bag, find the 3" x 1¼" backing rectangle, center your label on the right side and stitch in place. This backing rectangle is designed to have raw edges. 5. Stitch the label rectangle to one of the two plain 10" x 4¼" accent panels, placing it to match the grommet: centered top to bottom within the panel with the center of the rectangle 3½" from one raw end of the panel. We used a simple decorative stitch in the gray thread we will use for all the topstitching accents.
8 6. On each of the four panels, fold back the 10" raw sides ½" and press well to create two finished edges on each panel. Create all the straps 1. Find all SIX 3½" strap strips. Fold each strip in half lengthwise, right sides together, and pin in place. 2. On the 58" and 9" should straps, use a ¼" seam allowance to stitch down the long side and across one end. Clip the corners on the one stitched end. 3. On the remaining four body panel straps, use a ¼" seam allowance to stitch down the long side only. Both ends of each of these strips remain open and raw. 4. Turn all six straps right side out. Press flat with the seam running along the side edge. 5. With your machine threaded with the topstitching thread in the top and bottom, topstitch down the exact center of each strap, then topstitch ¼" to the left of the center seam and ¼" to the right of the center seam, resulting in three topstitching seams the length of each strap. NOTE: Throughout our project, we lengthened our stitch for all topstitching.
9 Assemble the front and back upper panels 1. Find the four 10 x 13½" main body panels. Place them in two pairs right side up on your work surface. 2. Find the four horizontal accent panels. Place a grommet panel right side up on each RIGHT panel of the pairs. The top folded edge of the horizontal panel should sit 2" down from the top raw edge of the body panel. The sides of the panels should be flush. Pin in place. 3. Place a plain horizontal panel right side up on each LEFT panel of the pairs in the same position. Pin in place. NOTE: Remember that these grommet panels will be opposite one another on the bag, which means (wrap your head around this one!) they are on the same side as you look at the bag. The grommet panel is the right panel on both the front and the back. Then, when you place the completed front and back panels right sides together to sew together, these panels/grommets are opposite one another. This seems counter-intuitive when you are making the bag, but try it with a couple sheets of paper, it really does work allowing you to thread the final strap from one side to the other. 4. You can simply leave the panels pinned in place, however, we chose to machine baste our panels in place to insure there was no shifting during the construction process. It's super important the panels remain perfectly horizontal. 5. Pin each pair of panels together along the center 13½" edges, being very careful to line up the horizontal panels.
10 6. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch each center seam. Press open the seam allowance. 7. Flip over each panel and topstitch ¼" to the left and ¼" to the right of each seam. Again, make sure your machine is threaded with the correct topstitching thread and that your stitch is slightly lengthened.
11 Attach the body panel straps and the handle straps 1. Find the front and back body panels. If you machine basted the panels in place as we did, use your seam ripper to open up the basting seam directly above and below the grommet. 2. Find the four body panel straps two are slightly longer than the others. The longer ones will loop through the grommets. Start with these longer straps. 3. Place one end of the strap through the bottom portion of the grommet, bringing the strap over the grommet, behind the grommet and the panel, coming out about ½" below the folded edge of the panel. 4. Pin the strap in place. The inner edge of the strap should sit 2¼" from the center seam of the panel. It's very important the strap is perfectly straight and parallel with that center seam. 5. Repeat to attach the remaining longer body panel strap through the grommet on the back bag panel. 6. Find the two shorter body panel straps. These go below the plain panels. As above, if you machine basted the panels in place, open up a bit of the seam at the center of the panel along the bottom edge. Slip the raw edge of a strap into place under the panel about ½". 7. Just like the other side, the inner edge of this strap should sit 2¼" from the center seam of the panel. Pin in place. Triple check that both straps on each panel are super straight and evenly spaced.
12 8. Find the front panel and the SHORT handle strap. Slip the raw end of the strap around the top portion of the grommet in the same manner as you attached the strap through the bottom, bringing the raw end up from beneath the folded edge of the panel by about ½". Again, opening up any basting stitches. 9. Pull the strap straight up into position. It should be directly above the bottom strap and perfectly straight. Pin in place.
13 10. Repeat to attach the LONG handle strap around the grommet on the back panel. 11. When all SIX straps are pinned in position, topstitch across the top and bottom edges of the horizontal accent panels through all the layers. This secures the panels in place and all the strap ends. Remove any machine basting that still shows after topstitching. 12. When the topstitching is complete, pull back the four grommet straps and cut away the excess raw edge, trimming each strap as close to the accent panel as possible.
14 13. Place the bottom straps back down into position against the bag. Re-check your measurements to insure everything is still straight and parallel. Pin all four straps in place. 14. Topstitch each strap in place along the OUTSIDE of each strap, staying as close to the edges of the straps as possible. Stitch from the bottom raw edge up to the where the strap disappears under the horizontal panel. Do not stitch onto the horizontal panel. Leave the inner edges un-stitched. Create and place the exterior pockets 1. Find the exterior pocket panels and the lining panels. Place each pair right sides together; all edges should be flush. Pin in place along the top and bottom (the 5½" sides).
15 2. Using a ½" seam allowance stitch along the top and bottom. Press the seam allowances open and turn right side out through the open sides. Press the pockets flat. 3. Flip both pockets to the right side. 4. On each pocket, topstitch horizontally across the top edge ½" down from the top seam. 5. Using a fabric pen or pencil, draw an "X" across the pocket. The lines should go from the horizontal seam down to each corner. NOTE: Remember, you are working on the right side of the fabric. Make sure your fabric pen or pencil will easily wipe or wash away or disappear with exposure to the air or the heat of an iron. 6. Topstitch along each drawn diagonal line. Then topstitch ¼" below to create double topstitching lines. You could also use a double needle if you have that option. 7. Find the front and back bag panels. Place a topstitched pocket on each panel. The top edge of each pocket should sit 1½" down from the bottom edge of the horizontal accent panel. The sides of the pockets will be concealed under the body straps. Make sure the middle "X" on each pocket sits right on top of the center seam of the panel. 8. Fold back the straps and topstitch each pocket in place across its bottom edge.
16 9. Place the straps back into position, coving the raw sides edges of the pockets. Pin in place, then topstitch the straps in place along the entire length of the inner edge of each of the four straps. This secures the remaining side of each strap as well as both pockets. As above, do not stitch up onto the horizontal panels. NOTE: If you have a lock stitch, use this for your strap topstitching. If you do not have this option, leave your thread tails long and pull them through to the back, then hand knot to secure. Assemble the exterior and box the corners 1. Find the front and back exterior panels and the two 19" base panels. Place a base panel right sides together with each exterior panel. Pin in place along the bottom of each panel.
17 2. Using a ½" seam allowance stitch each base panel in place. Press the seam allowances down towards the base panel. 3. Flip each panel to the right side and topstitch close to the seam within the base panel. 4. Place the front and back exterior panels right sides together. Pin along both sides and across the bottom.
18 5. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. 6. Create 6" box corners, which means your "box" will be half that size or 3". 7. If you are new to this technique, check out our tutorial: How To Box Corners. 8. Turn the main bag right side out, push out the corners and press. Lining 1. Find the 8" x 10" lining pocket panel and the 8" x 4½" piece of interfacing. 2. Center the interfacing on the wrong side of the pocket panel. It should be positioned on the top half of the panel, ½" down from the top raw edge and flush with the outer edges. Following manufacturer's instructions, fuse in place. 3. Fold the pocket in half, right sides together, matching all the raw edges. Pin in place along both sides and across the bottom. 4. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom, leaving a 3 opening along the bottom for turning. 5. Clip the corners and turn each pocket right side out through the bottom opening. Push out the corners so they are nice and sharp. A chopstick, long knitting needle ot point turner works well for this. Fold in the raw edges of the pocket opening so they are flush with the sewn seam. Press the pocket flat. 6. Find one of the two lining panels. Place it right side up on your work surface. Position the pocket on the lining piece. It should sit 3" down from the top raw edge of the lining panel and 6" in from each side.
19 7. Pin the pocket in place along both sides and across the bottom. 8. Edgestitch the pocket in place along both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. This secures the pocket and closes the opening used for turning. 9. Using the see-through ruler and a marking pen or pencil, find the exact center of the pocket and draw a vertical line to divide the pocket into two sections. 10. Stitch along the drawn line. For the cleanest look, use a lock stitch at the beginning and end or leave your thread tails long and hand knot at the back to secure. 11. Place the two lining panels right sides together, sandwiching the pocket between the layers. Pin along both sides and across the bottom. 12. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. 13. As you did for the exterior bag, create 6" box corners, which means your "box" will be half that size or 3". 14. As mentioned above, if you are new to this technique, check out our tutorial: How To Box Corners. 15. Leave the lining wrong side out. 16. Fold back the top raw edge of the lining ½" all around. Press well. Final assembly of bag and strap 1. Find the exterior bag. It should still be right side out. Fold down the top raw edge ⅜" and press, then fold an additional ⅜" and press again.
20 2. Find the lining; it should still be wrong side out. 3. Slip the lining inside the exterior so the two bags are now wrong sides together. The lining pocket should be against the back panel of the exterior. 4. Slip the top folded edge of the lining between the folds of the top of the exterior bag. 5. Pin in place all around, adjusting the folds as necessary to keep everything even all around. 6. Pick a decorative stitch (we used the same simple "x-type" stitch that we used to stitch our label in place). Topstitch around the the entire top of the bag.
21 7. Find the two D-rings. Slip the finished end of the short strap through both of the rings. Bring the finished end around to the back of the strap approximately 1" and pin in place. 8. Topstitch in place with a single short horizontal seam, running it as close as possible to the bottom of the D-rings. 9. Thread the finished end of the longer strap through the D-rings and adjust to fit. Contributors Project Design: Alicia Thommas Sample Creation and Instructional Outline: Debbie Guild
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Published on Sew4Home Summer Fun: Outdoor Padded Roll-up Cushion Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 22 July 2011 9:00 Around these parts, Summer is prime time for outdoor concerts. Seating for these events is
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Published on Sew4Home Kitties-To-Go Handbag Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 21 February 2018 1:00 Tabby Road is a classic collection from Tula Pink that debuted well over a year ago, but has continued to
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Published on Sew4Home Double-Sided Cook's Apron with Handy Towel Loop Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 28 July 2016 1:00 Bold blocks of color define this classic cook's apron. It's a great project to take
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Published on Sew4Home Digital Device Sleeve Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 22 September 2015 1:00 Finding great gift ideas for guys is tough, starting with the search for the perfect fabric, which can be
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Published on Sew4Home Vintage Style Sweetheart Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 18 August 2016 1:00 This apron is another Sew4Home design original, complete with a downloadable pattern that allows you
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Published on Sew4Home Creativity is in the Bag: Toile Tote with Button Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 09 July 2013 1:00 Today, we're talkin' toile... actually, we're talkin' toile de jouy. It's a
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Published on Sew4Home Make Your Own Grocery Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 24 January 2011 9:00 Just when you think you're the reigning 'Queen of Green' reusing and recycling your way through the day,
More informationSlightly Slouchy Storage Baskets in Burlap & Cotton
Published on Sew4Home Slightly Slouchy Storage Baskets in Burlap & Cotton Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 20 April 2015 1:00 "Stand up straight!" That admonition rang in my ears throughout my childhood. And,
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Published on Sew4Home Nautical Ahoy! Appliqué Pillow Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 25 May 2018 1:00 We are always a little startled by how expensive simple pillows can be to purchase. Browsing online or
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Published on Sew4Home Coin Purse with Pleated Front Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 20 March 2014 1:00 If we must say so ourselves (and sometimes we must), these little coin purses are about as adorable
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Published on Sew4Home The Perfect Damask Duffle Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 01 June 2018 1:00 When packing for a short trip or weekend getaway, it can be hard enough to choose what to bring. Why add the
More informationHanging Sewing Caddy with Clear-View Vinyl Pockets
Published on Sew4Home Hanging Sewing Caddy with Clear-View Vinyl Pockets Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 13 June 2017 1:00 "Where did I put my...?" Sewing projects are full of little bits and pieces, including
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Published on Sew4Home Canvas Bucket Bag with Drawcord Top and Two-Piece Snap Strap Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 10 July 2017 1:00 This crisp, cute bag looks like we grabbed it right off the shelf of the
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Published on Sew4Home Farm Girl Vintage Style Reversible Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 19 May 2015 1:00 Sometimes our aprons are frilly, fun, and pretty enough to work as an "outfit-topper-offer."
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Published on Sew4Home Tailored Linen and Ribbon Half Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 28 December 2017 1:00 When we're young, our parents are just our parents. Often, it's not until we're looking back
More informationMeasuring Tape Neck Strap Sewing Caddy
Published on Sew4Home Measuring Tape Neck Strap Sewing Caddy Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 31 May 2017 1:00 How many of you loop a tape measure around your neck while you re sewing? I m pretty sure there
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Published on Sew4Home Skirted Sewing Machine Cover Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 18 September 2014 1:00 In honor of National Sewing Month, maybe you should do something sweet for your trusty sewing machine,
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Published on Sew4Home Quilted Yo-Yo Tote in Metallic Linen Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 13 February 2017 1:00 The front of a bag is a bit like a blank slate. It s a lovely flat surface that can evolve into
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Published on Sew4Home Flat Bench Cushion with Buttons & Piping Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 02 March 2018 1:00 A bench cushion is one of the top projects new sewers list as the decorating puzzle that finally
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Published on Sew4Home Bound Gauze Towels for Drying Crystal, China & Flatware Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 07 May 2018 1:30 The dishwasher is my friend. I put just about everything in that puppy and it
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Published on Sew4Home Accent Rug with Little Sunshine Appliqué Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 04 October 2017 1:00 The majority of nurseries we reviewed for our original Little Sunshine series opted for
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Published on Sew4Home Tall Wine Bags in Burlap & Cotton Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 11 December 2015 1:00 There is a French proverb that tells us, "In water one sees ones own face; but in wine, one beholds
More informationKids' Round Storage Bins with Appliques & Side Handles: Fabulous Fall with Fabric.com
Published on Sew4Home Kids' Round Storage Bins with Appliques & Side Handles: Fabulous Fall with Fabric.com Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 23 September 2014 1:00 Mary Poppins had a spoonful of sugar to work
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Published on Sew4Home Quilted Accordion Pouch for Jewelry, Lingerie & More Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 11 September 2017 1:00 This unique expandable pouch is based on a vintage silk stockings holder. Yep!
More informationDouble Layer Half Apron with Pockets, Tucks & More
Published on Sew4Home Double Layer Half Apron with Pockets, Tucks & More Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 24 February 2014 1:00 We're spending this week In The Kitchen. And today, we've packed a whole lot of
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Published on Sew4Home Mini Backpacks as Party Treat Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 07 July 2016 1:00 Birthday party treat bags are usually flimsy plastic things filled with candy and trinkets those
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Published on Sew4Home Lingerie Bag & Shoe Bag Travel Set Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 03 February 2014 1:00 With the wacky weather we've been having this winter, I think everyone's experiencing a bit of
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Published on Sew4Home Scrappy Patchwork Border Dish Towels Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 30 January 2018 1:00 If one of your New Year s Resolutions was to do a better job using up the fabric you have on
More informationSoft Sack Insulated Lunch Bag with Monogram: Janome America
Published on Sew4Home Soft Sack Insulated Lunch Bag with Monogram: Janome America Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 19 March 2018 1:00 Packing your own lunch for school or work saves money and very likely allows
More informationWhale Appliqué Hand Towels: Make Hand Washing Fun for Kids
Published on Sew4Home Whale Appliqué Hand Towels: Make Hand Washing Fun for Kids Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 29 September 2017 1:00 Wash your hands! As we move into cold and flu season, this is the strongest
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Published on Sew4Home Rustic Scandinavian Apron With Decorative Stitches Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 26 October 2011 9:00 Like whipped cream on a plain piece of pie or a marshmallow dropped in a mug
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Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: Hot Dots Pinwheel Coasters Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 16 January 2014 1:00 Winter is nature's neutral season. Apart from the sparkling blue sky of an occasional sunny
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Published on Sew4Home Long Ruffled Scarf in Luxurious Rayon Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 27 October 2015 1:00 What's the lifeblood of any wardrobe? Accessories! Why do we love accessories so much? Because
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Published on Sew4Home Sparkle & Shine Knit Infinity Scarf Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 17 January 2018 1:00 Infinity scarves are one trend that just keeps going and growing. You can find them in everything
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Published on Sew4Home Italiano Kitchen: Mama Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 25 October 2010 9:00 We love aprons here at Sew4Home. So we knew our Italiano Kitchen would not be complete without them.
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Published on Sew4Home Embroidered Teardrop Tote: Large Shopper Style Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 16 February 2017 1:00 February is National Embroidery Month, and this big, beautiful tote features one
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Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: Personalized Mug Rug Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 19 August 2014 1:00 My brother made me laugh out loud when he said a "mug rug" sounded like a bad toupee for an ugly
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Published on Sew4Home Decorator Pillows with English Paper Piecing Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 13 September 2018 1:00 English Paper Piecing was a new technique for us when we designed these pretty
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Published on Sew4Home Yoga Mat Tote Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 09 November 2009 9:00 You can't sit and sew home decor projects all day long. Sometimes you need an exercise break... but not a break from
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