Easy Corduroy Slouchy Shoulder Bag
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1 Published on Sew4Home Easy Corduroy Slouchy Shoulder Bag Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 02 January :00 Let s kick off the New Year with a new bag! This slouchy shoulder bag is fast and easy but with a very stylish finish. We spotted the adorable corduroy pear print from our friends at Cloud9 Fabrics several months ago and knew it would be perfect for a casual tote. A mid-weight canvas in a coordinating solid adds extra stability for the base and strap, and the smooth surface of the canvas is a lovely complement to the texture of the corduroy. The cool strap-and-tassel closure is a look we spotted on some of this season s trendiest designer bags.
2 As with the majority of the Cloud9 fabrics, the Spring Quartet corduroy collection, from which we chose our pink Bartlett print, is an organic cotton. It also has a very fine wale, giving it a velvety finish that provides the bag s signature slouch. The construction is very straight forward with easy straight seams and boxed bottom corners to form the rectangular shape. If you re brand new to making boxed corners, we link below to our full, step-by-step tutorial on the process. It s a great technique to add to your sewing toolbox.
3 The bag is designed to softly fold in on itself along the top, so for a closure, we didn t want a rigid snap or zipper. Instead a pretty tasseled strap is secured into the top of the bag along the back panel. Because of the extra weight of the rivet, D-ring, and the tassel itself; you can simply drape the strap from back to front to hold the bag closed. Of course, if you want a bit more security, you could certainly add a standard or magnetic snap to the top. We wouldn t recommend a zipper as that would defeat the slouch.
4 Dritz Double Cap Rivets and Fashion D-Rings in an antique brass finish were our picks for hardware. They stand out very nicely against the solid canvas. Double rivets on the tabs and single rivets on the straps strengthen all the attachment points. And the heavy Fashion D-Rings are both great-looking and add that needed weight to the front strap-and-tassel closure.
5 We created our tassel out of a soft faux suede in a color to match the burnt scarlet canvas. This color match is important to the final look of the bag as adding in a third color would detract from the modern simplicity of the design. We have a link below to the faux suede we used from Tandy Leather. If you re unable to find suede or faux suede lacing in a matching color of your choice, consider going with something in the brown/tan family; it can be easier to find lacing in traditional leather tones. A deep chocolate brown would look terrific with our pink Bartlett corduroy. Our Corduroy Slouchy Shoulder Bag finishes at approximately 13 high x 12 wide x 3 deep. The 1 continuous over-theshoulder loop has an approximate 12 drop. Sewing Tools You Need
6 Sewing Machine and standard presser foot Walking or Even Feed foot; optional; we used the built-in AcuFeed Flex fabric feeding system on the Janome Skyline S7 Fabric and Other Supplies ½ yard of 44"+ wide printed corduroy or similar for the main exterior panels; we used 44 Bartlett in Powder Pink from the Spring Quartet collection by Jessica Jones for Cloud9 Fabrics an organic, fine wale corduroy; we found it in-stock at Fabric Depot and Hawthorne Threads ⅓ yard of 50"+ wide mid to lightweight canvas or similar in a coordinating solid color forthe exterior base panels, strap, strap tabs, and tassel strap; we used a mid-weight canvas (7oz) in Burnt Scarlett, purchased locally ½ yard of 44"+ wide quilting weight cotton in a subtle coordinating solid for the lining we matched the background color of the pear print; we used a pale pink quilting cotton, purchased locally ½ yard of 45 + wide fusible fleece; we used Pellon Thermolam Plus SEVEN Dritz 8mm Double Cap Rivets in Brushed Brass Dritz Cutting and Setting tools for Double Cap Rivets NOTE: We also recommend an Awl for help starting and opening the rivet holes in the thickest layers. THREE 1 D-Rings; we used Dritz Fashion D-Rings in Antique Brass 8-10 yards of thin (⅛ ) suede or microfiber lacing for the tassel; we used Tandy Leather s Eco-Soft Lace (a microfiber) in Red NOTE: Yes, 8-10 is a bit of a larger range, but it depends on the lacing you find. In general, we recommend erring on the side of too much over too little. Leather lacing should average just.59/yard in most situations. All-purpose thread to match fabric See-through ruler Fabric pen or pencil Seam gauge Seam ripper Scissors or rotary cutter and mat Iron and ironing board Straight pins Fabric Glue to secure the neck wrap on the tassel
7 Clip to hold the wrapped tassel while it dries; a simple chip clip works fine; we used a large Wonder Clip Seam sealant; for the raw, folded-back ends of the handles Small hammer to set rivets; we recommend a soft leather mallet or a ball peen hammer Heavy metal, stone or wooden block to use as a cutting and hammering surface Getting Started 1. From the fabric for the main exterior (the Pear corduroy in our sample), cut TWO 16" wide x 11" high rectangles. 2. From the mid-weight canvas for the exterior base panels, strap, strap tabs, and tassel strap (burnt scarlet canvas in our sample), cut the following: TWO 16" wide x 5½ high rectangles for the exterior base panels ONE 3 x 28 strip for the strap TWO 3 wide x 6 high rectangles for the strap tabs ONE 2 x 7 strip for the tassel strap 3. From the fabric for the lining (pale pink cotton in our sample), cut the following: TWO 16" wide x 15½" high rectangles for the main panels ONE 8 wide x 13 high rectangle for the lining pocket 4. From the fusible fleece, cut TWO 15" x 14½" rectangle 5. From the lacing, cut TWENTY 12 lengths. At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board Assemble the exterior 1. Find the main and base exterior panels. Place a solid base panel right sides together with each main panel. Align the top raw edge of the base panel with the bottom raw edge of the main panel. Pin in place. 2. Using a ½ seam allowance, stitch together.
8 3. On each sewn unit, press the seam allowance down toward the base panel. 4. If necessary, re-thread the machine with thread to best match the base panel in the top and bobbin. Lengthen the stitch. Topstitch approximately ⅛ from the seam within the base panel. 5. Find the two fusible fleece panels. Center a fleece panel on the wrong side of each sewn exterior panel. There should be ½ of fabric extending beyond the fleece on all sides. Following manufacturer s instructions, fuse in place. 6. Place the two fused exterior panels right sides together. Pin along the sides and across the bottom, being especially careful to align the base panel seams.
9 7. Using a ½ seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. You are stitching along, but not directly on, the fusible fleece. 8. With the sewn exterior still wrong side out, create 3" box corners, which means your "box" will be half that size or 1½". Measure a box at each corner.
10 9. Cut out both boxes. 10. Press open the seam allowances and align the side and bottom seams, flattening each corner into a little peak. Pin across the corner. 11. Using a ½" seam allowance, double stitch across the corner.
11 NOTE: If you are new to this technique, check out our tutorial: How To Box Corners for more details. 12. Turn the main bag right side out, push out the corners, and press. Prepare the lining with its pocket 1. Find the two lining panels and the lining pocket panel. 2. Fold the 8 x 13 pocket panel in half, right sides together, so it is now 8 x 6½. 3. Pin in place along the sides and across the bottom, leaving a 2-3 opening along the bottom for turning. 4. Using a ½ seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom. Remember to pivot at the corners and to lock the seam at either side of the opening. 5. Clip the corners and press open the seam allowance. 6. Turn the pocket right side out. Using a long, blunt end tool push out the corners so they are nice and sharp. A long knitting needle, chopstick or point turner works well for this. 7. Press the pocket flat, pressing in the raw edges of the seam allowance at the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam. 8. Find one of the lining panels. Place it right side up and flat on your work surface. 9. Place the pocket on the lining panel. It should sit 3½" up from the bottom raw edge of the lining panel and be centered side to side. Pin in place along both sides and across the bottom. 10. Re-thread the machine with thread to best match the lining fabric in the top and bobbin and slightly lengthen the stitch. 11. Edgestitch in place along both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. Use a substantial backstitch at both top corners to help reinforce these stress points on the pocket.
12 12. Place the front and back lining panels right sides together, sandwiching the sewn pocket between the layers. Pin in place along both sides and across the bottom, leaving a 5-6 opening along the bottom for the final turn right side out. 13. Re-set for a normal stitch length. 14. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom. Remember to pivot at the corners and to lock your seam on either side of the 8" opening. 15. Following the same steps above as for the exterior, box both bottom corners of the lining. 16. Remember, if you are new to this technique, you can check out our full, step-by-step tutorial: How To Box Corners for more details.
13 Create the strap and tassel 1. Find one of the D-Rings and the twenty 12 lengths of lacing. NOTE: The number of tassel strands may vary based on the width of the your lacing, the width and height of your D- Ring, and just the overall look you like best. 2. Keep back ONE length to use as the neck tie for the tassel. 3. Loop all the other tassel strands through the D-Ring. They should be butted up against one another across the straight edge of the D-Ring. We wanted a substantial tassel and so also allowed the loops to overlap. The ends of each each strand should be approximately even at the bottom. They needn t be perfect; they ll be trimmed flush later. 4. Clamp the tassel strands in place below the D-Ring with a clip (we used a large Wonder Clip). 5. Find the remaining length for the neck of the tassel. Wrap it around 4-6 times (we wrapped 6 times). 6. Knot the free ends at the back
14 7. Cover the knot with a dab of fabric glue. Let the glue dry, then trim the ends close to the knot. NOTE: The glue looks a little messy in the photo, but it dries quite clear, which means you do want to purchase/test your fabric glue beforehand to make sure it will dry clear. 8. Trim the ends of the tassel flush. Our tassel finished at approximately 5½.
15 9. Find the 2 x 7 tassel strap. Fold it in half, right sides together, so it is now 1 x 7. Pin across one end and down the side. The opposite end remains raw. 10. Re-thread the machine with thread to best match the strap fabric in the top and bobbin. 11. Using a ⅜ seam allowance, stitch across one end and down the side, pivoting at the corner. 12. Clip the corners and press open the seam allowance. 13. Turn the strap right side out through the open end. As above, use a long, blunt end tool push out the corners so they are nice and sharp. Press flat. Our strap finished at approximately ⅝. 14. Find the finished tassel on its D-Ring.
16 15. Wrap the finished end of the strap through the D-Ring, bringing it back on itself about 1. Pin in place. 16. Find one of the double cap rivets and the rivet tools. 17. Mark for the rivet point, centering it on the 1 pull back. 18. Because the canvas is rather thick, we unpinned and cut two holes rather than trying to cut through all the layers at once. 19. Re-fold and re-pin the strap, aligning the cut holes. Set the rivet in place from front to back and snap the back rivet cap into place. Using the tools, hammer to seal.
17 NOTE: If you are brand new to working with rivets, have no fear. Simply review our full tutorial on How To Attach Metal Rivets to Sewing Projects. 20. Find the exterior bag. Pick which side you want to be the back. Center the raw end of the tassel strap along the top raw edge of the back exterior. Pin or machine baste in place. Assemble lining and exterior 1. With the lining wrong side out and the exterior right side out, slip the exterior inside the lining so the two are now right sides together. Align the side seams and the bottom boxed corners. Position the lining so its pocket is against the back of the exterior. Pin together all around the top.
18 2. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch all the way around the top edge. 3. Press open the seam allowance all around to ensure a nice, sharp seamed edge. 4. Turn the bag right side out through the opening in the bottom of the lining.
19 5. Push the lining down into position inside the exterior. Press again all around the top seam. 6. If necessary, re-thread the machine with thread to best match the main panel fabric in the top and bobbin. Lengthen the stitch. Edgestitch all around the top. 7. Gently lift out the lining. Pin closed the opening at the bottom and either hand sew or machine stitch closed. We used a hand slip stitch. 8. Push the lining back down into place. Strap tabs and strap to finish 1. Find the two 3 x 6 strap tab strips and the two remaining D-Rings. Fold each in half, right sides together, so it is now 1½ x 6. Pin across one end and down the side. The opposite end remains raw.
20 2. Re-thread the machine with thread to best match the strap fabric in the top and bobbin. 3. Using a ½ seam allowance, stitch across one end and down the side, pivoting at the corner. 4. Clip the corners and press open the seam allowance. 5. Run a generous line of seam sealant along the raw end of each tab. 6. When dry, trim away any loose threads so the cut is nice and clean.
21 7. Turn the strap tabs right side out through their open ends. As above, use a long, blunt tool push out the corners so they are nice and sharp. Press flat. 8. Wrap the finished end of each strap tab through a D-Ring, bringing it back on itself about 1½. Pin in place. When looped through the finished length of the tab should be 3½. 9. Center a strap tab over each side seam. The finished end of the tab should sit 3 down from the top finished edge of the bag, which means there will be ½ plus the D-Ring itself extending above the top of the bag. 10. Pin each tab in place.
22 11. Secure each tab with a 2 open box stitch. You are stitching through all the layers so re-thread the machine with thread to best match the tab fabric in the top and to best match the lining fabric in the bobbin. 12. Mark for the two rivets on each tab. The lower rivet should be centered side to side within the tab and ¾ up from the finished bottom end of the tab. The upper rivet is ¾ from the first rivet.
23 13. Find four of the double cap rivets and the tools. As above, cut the holes at each marked point. With the multiple layers it can help to use a standard awl in addition to the rivet cutting tool. 14. Insert each rivet from front to back and, using the rivet tools, set and hammer to seal. NOTE: Don t forget to check out our Metal Rivets Tutorial if you are brand new to the technique. 15. Find the 3 x 28 strap strip. Fold it in half so it is now 1½ x 28. Pin along the long edge only; both ends remain raw. 16. Using a ½ seam allowance, stitch the one long seam. 17. Press open the seam allowance and turn the tube right side out. Press flat. 18. Edgestitch along the seamed edge.
24 19. Finish the raw ends in the same manner as the raw ends of the strap tabs, with the seam sealant and then trimmed straight and clean. 20. Insert each end through the D-Rings. Double check there are no twists or turns in the strap loop. 21. Pull each raw end back on itself about 1¼ and pin or clip. 22. Mark for one rivet in each strap end. The center of the rivet should be 1 from the D-Ring. 23. Insert the rivets as above. Contributors Project Design: Alicia Thommas Sample Creation and Instructional Outline: Debbie Guild Storage Solutions This project and patterns (if any) may be downloaded for personal use only. No electronic or printed reproduction permitted without the prior written consent of Sew4Home LLC. Copyright Sew4Home LLC. All Rights Reserved. Source URL:
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Published on Sew4Home Uptown Pillow Trio: 9-Patch and Triangle Squares with Flange Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 17 May 2017 1:00 Is your sofa looking at you with big, sad eyes? Well, of course
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Published on Sew4Home Woven Border Print Pillow with Poms Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 11 February 2014 1:00 Border prints are exactly what they sound like they'd be: a wide motif band running the entire
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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 Keepsake T-Shirt Pillow with Knotted Corners Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 06 August 2014 1:00 We all have them: those "special" T-shirts from events, vacations or sports teams.
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Published on Sew4Home Double Layer Half Apron with Fancy Details Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 18 July 2017 1:00 With this design, we've packed a whole lot of style into one half apron. To start, why settle
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Published on Sew4Home Rip Stop Grocery Bags with Carry Pouch Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 28 October 2014 1:00 I want my grocery bags to work as hard as I do. That means I should be able throw whatever
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Published on Sew4Home Floral Apron with Curved Skirt and Button Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 20 July 2017 1:00 Celebrate the sweetness of summer with this lovely sweeping skirt apron. A nine-part
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Published on Sew4Home Elegant Fantail Kimono & Matching Obi Belt: TokyoMilk presents Neptune and the Mermaid by Margot Elena for Coats Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 19 June 2017 1:00 Welcome to our wonderfully,
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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 Stretchy Headbands: Pleated & Turban Styles Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 15 March 2016 1:00 You've seen these awesome headbands everywhere. They're a go-to solution for yoga class,
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Published on Sew4Home Learn To Sew: Xtra EZ Pony Tail Bolster Pillow Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 17 October 2013 1:00 This finished pillow may look complex, but the steps are... as the name promises:xtra
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Published on Sew4Home Baby Gifts: Pretty Bird Quick Trip Diaper Bag Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 14 July 2010 9:00 Our smaller (and cuter) diaper bag isn't meant to supplant the full-size, workhorse
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Published on Sew4Home Pinafore Pillow Jacket Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 11 June 2015 1:00 Sew4Home Creative Director, Alicia Thommas was pondering a pillow one day, as she is often known to do, when
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Published on Sew4Home Pretty Pleated Squares Table Runner Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 16 February 2018 1:00 The beauty of this runner is in the texture of the pleated squares side by side with the plain
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Published on Sew4Home Jumbo Round Storage Tote Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 12 March 2015 1:00 I think we can all agree little things tend to be pretty dang cute: babies, puppies, kittens, Barbie shoes...
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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 Makeup Brush Roll-up Case with Secret Pocket Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 22 June 2015 1:00 This is our second brush caddy design, the first one having held a firm place on our Most
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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 Reversible Knit Baby Blanket featuring Coats Eloflex Thread Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 13 September 2017 2:00 Soft and sweet describes this easy to assemble knit blanket. Made
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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 Valentine Drawstring Bonnet Basket Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 22 January 2016 1:00 Structured on the bottom, soft on the top. Sounds like the making of a comfy mattress, but it's
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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 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 Sewing and Craft Half Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 02 June 2016 1:00 We've always been partial to half aprons. Their smaller size tends to make them inherently more 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
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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 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 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 Woodland Delight: 9-Pocket Door Caddy for Jewels and Lingerie Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 29 March 2010 9:00 For years I had an "unmentionables drawer." This had a double-meaning
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Published on Sew4Home Last Minute Mother's Day Idea: Roll-Up Make-up Brush Caddy Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 05 May 2015 1:00 Wasn't Mom always the one reminding you to get things done early? Work before
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Published on Sew4Home Make Your Own Reusable Grocery Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 08 February 2017 1:00 Just when you think you're the reigning Queen of Green reusing and recycling your way through
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Published on Sew4Home Happy Mother's Day: Big & Little Pillow Pair With Ruffly Ribbon Ties Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 27 April 2011 9:00 Give Mom a pillow duo that will add an instant splash of spring
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Published on Sew4Home 30-Minute Neck Pillows: Go Back-to-School in Style Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 01 August 2016 1:00 These little bow-tie shaped neck pillows are super for proppin' up your noggin as
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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,
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1 2 A note on interfacing for this bag: This pattern is intended to produce a slouchy bag, so you will want to look carefully at your fabrics before you decide on which interfacing and stabilisers to use.
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Published on Sew4Home Double-Ended, Two-Handed Potholder Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 12 May 2016 1:00 We've cooked up a great kitchen project. Hot pads are are small, simple shapes that cry out for mixing
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Published on Sew4Home Toddler Booster Seat in 2 Sizes and with a Carry Handle Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 29 June 2017 1:00 Booster chairs are becoming more familiar in restaurants, but are still not
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Published on Sew4Home Velvet Cuff Christmas Stockings with Poms Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 28 November 2014 1:00 Our trio of soft stockings features handsome velvet cuffs and whimsical, dangling pom-poms.
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