tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17359887881712191362024-03-18T02:40:26.113-07:00The Nosy PepperThe nosy pepperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03830984348842253955noreply@blogger.comBlogger210125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1735988788171219136.post-67041771974263079192020-02-03T07:44:00.001-08:002020-02-03T07:44:30.875-08:00Minimalist Wallet 2.0 Collection Showcase: The Sterling Wallet<a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/sterling-wallet-pdf-sewing-pattern">The Sterling Wallet</a> is one of my faves in the new <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/minimalist-wallet-2-0-collection">Minimalist 2.0 Collection</a> because it has so many pockets! I love the traditional bi-fold style, with the addition of the accent on the front that doubles as an extra pocket! It's perfect for keeping your ID handy. This Beginner friendly pattern is designed to be made in any non-fraying material and sew up super quick. Most of my testers were able to go from cutting to trimming the final seam in less than 20 minutes.<br />
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The Sterling has a large cash pocket, and exterior accent pocket, and 4 internal card pockets. It measures 2.75" W x 3.25"H when closed, so it easily fits in your pocket or purse. As with all the wallets in the collection, it's perfect for using up your scraps that you can't bear to part with! My testers did some INCREDIBLE versions in various materials and I love them all!!<br />
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I love the color pairings on of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HandmadebyLoriUS/">Handmade by Lori</a>'s version, the floral with the orange just makes those pockets POP!<br />
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Leesh of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theroseofvalhalla/">The Rose of Valhalla</a> did a stunning white vinyl version, and I love how classy it turned out!<br />
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Pam of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluebyebye/">Bluebyebye </a>made not one, but THREE all in different materials: Cork, vinyl and Kraftex! If you look closely, you'll see she added a perforated detail on the Kraftex and it looks so cool!!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/sterling-wallet-pdf-sewing-pattern">The Sterling</a> is available as an individual PDF pattern or as a part of the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/minimalist-wallet-2-0-collection">Minimalist 2.0 Collection</a>, <span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15.4px;">Each pattern includes pattern pieces, instructions and color illustrations. Each Pattern is beginner friendly and is perfect to try your hand at sewing with a new material, in a cost effective way! Use up all those scraps you haven't been able to part with and always have a last minute gift on hand!</span></span><br />
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The nosy pepperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03830984348842253955noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1735988788171219136.post-21032883611879563342020-01-28T11:45:00.002-08:002020-01-28T11:45:22.560-08:00Minimalist 2.0 Collection Showcase: Introducing the Livre Wallet pdf patternFirst up in the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/minimalist-wallet-2-0-collection?_pos=1&_sid=e389d3a1c&_ss=r">Minimalist 2.0</a> showcase, is my favorite, the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/livre-wallet-pdf-sewing-pattern?_pos=1&_sid=768e43b38&_ss=r">Livre Wallet</a>. This small little guy is the perfect mix up of a coin purse and a wallet. With 4 exterior card slots and one deep zippered pocket, this little guy packs a lot for his small size!<br />
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As with all the wallets in the collection, you can make one up in scraps in less than 10 steps from start to finish. All you need are scraps and a 3" zipper. This wallet sews up beautifully in cork, vinyl, leather or any non-fraying materials.<br />
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Are you ready for the tester versions? They absolutely nailed it!<br />
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First up is Pam from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluebyebye/">Bluebyeye</a>, she made two jaw dropping versions! One in <a href="https://sew-hungryhippie.myshopify.com/">Sew Hungry Hippie </a>Vinyl and the other in patterned cork. I love how she added a zipper pull to both versions and really shows off how a small bit of bling can add so much to a project!<br />
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I love this vinyl version by Leesh at The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theroseofvalhalla/">Rose of Valhalla</a>, these novelty vinyls are so perfect!</div>
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This lace cork version is by the one and only Amy of <a href="https://offwiththeirthreads.com/">Off With Their Threads</a> Embroidery. I love this combo of different corks!</div>
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You can purchase the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/livre-wallet-pdf-sewing-pattern?_pos=1&_sid=768e43b38&_ss=r">Livre pdf pattern</a> individually or as a part of the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/minimalist-wallet-2-0-collection?_pos=1&_sid=e389d3a1c&_ss=r">Minimalist 2.0 Collection</a>. Each pattern includes pattern pieces, instructions and color illustrations. Each Pattern is beginner friendly and is perfect to try your hand at sewing with a new material, in a cost effective way! Use up all those scraps you haven't been able to part with and always have a last minute gift on hand!</div>
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The nosy pepperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03830984348842253955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1735988788171219136.post-66677795768635580722020-01-27T19:04:00.001-08:002020-01-27T19:04:56.296-08:00Mnimalist Wallet 2.0 Collection Release<br />
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I'm excited to introduce the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/minimalist-wallet-2-0-collection">Minimalist Wallet 2.0 Collection</a> release! The new collection features 4 brand new pdf patterns all designed be as quick and easy as the first collection. In the next few days I'll show each wallet in turn, along with some awesome tester pics. I love each wallet so much that I want to be able to showcase each one on it's own! But, for the release I'll give you the snapshot version of what's in the entire collection.<br />
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<a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/livre-wallet-pdf-sewing-pattern">The Livre wallet:</a><br />
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I'm excited to be releasing the <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/amaya-messenger-bag">Amaya Messenger Bag</a>! This bag was the brain child of my dear friend Amy's daughter, as she wasn't able to find the exact style of bag she wanted for school. Amy is also an amazing bag maker and Embroidery Designer wiz, and also happens to be one of the most amazing people. If you embroidery or just like super cool stuff, you can check out her stuff <a href="https://offwiththeirthreads.com/">here</a>. I was excited to design a bag just for her daughter, Amaya. Thus, the Amaya messenger was born!</center>
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This is a messenger style laptop bag, that was designed for maximum functionality and organization. The two flap design allows you to keep a laptop up to 16" stored securely in the hidden pocket, and also keeps it separate from your folders, books and files. So often laptop bags are designed just to hold laptops, and leave very little room for any other items you need to tote with you. </center>
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The lining continues with more pockets! A large zippered pocket for important or discreet items, and a large divided slip pocket in mesh or vinyl, which is perfect for storing chargers or components neatly. </center>
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The approximate measurements of the finished bag are 16" W x 12" x 3" D. </center>
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I used Michelle of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Barabooboo/">Barabooboo</a> finished bags for the cover of the bag and in the shots above. If you haven't checked out Michelle's work, you are missing out! Her bags are always show stoppers and this one is no exception! She used waxed canvas and this stunning Tula Pink fabric on hers. </center>
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Barbara of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/madebythebaglady/">Made by the Bag Lady</a> chose to use cotton and denim on hers, and this robot print is adorable!! She also added a handle to hers, which is a wonderful touch! She also added a small hidden pocket inside the laptop pocket for a super secret surprise pocket!</div>
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Natalie of Sew Hungry Hippie made this super luxe faux leather version and it's so super HOT! If you don't know Natalie, you are missing out!! She is an amazing designer, a super inspiration and sells the most INCREDIBLE vinyl in her shop! It's so awesome to work with, and adds some posh to each bag! Check her out on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sewhungryhippie/?eid=ARDZs18HmTOTujUz5S2kPg9ZG2qt73-Fi-Tnum1O-3M17O-9NJLQL7ghEUVvPaBQ4cyicpXh8-XCeN1N&timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=701574009&fref=tag">facebook</a> for some serious eye candy, or check out her <a href="https://www.hungryhippiesews.com/">website </a>to get your hands on some awesome patterns and vinyls or just check out some of her awesome tutorials. </div>
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Tara of Uh-Oh Creations knocked it out of the park with this incredibly classy leather version! It's so perfect for a professional, and shows how this is a perfect unisex pattern! Tara just released her latest pattern, and it's so fab!! You can check out her makes on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UhOhCreations/">Facebook</a> or grab her patterns <a href="https://www.uhohcreations.com/?fbclid=IwAR3BBDU4VBshXOOFDazeo2JTf66I8SigBwElK4I9btu5iw6-wBAwqb_EJPI">here</a>. </center>
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You can grab this pattern on the website, and on sale for a limited time for 6.95 USD. The bag will go up to regular price on 8/26/19. The pattern includes full color photo instructions, and all pattern pieces to make this bag. </center>
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I do hope you like this pattern and I would love to see what you make!!! Grab your copy <a href="https://www.nosypepperpatterns.com/products/amaya-messenger-bag">HERE</a></center>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I am so excited to be releasing my next pattern, the <a href="http://shrsl.com/19z4w">North Shore Hobo</a>! This pattern was a labor of love and I am truly smitten with this bag. I am so fortunate to have an INCREDIBLE group of bag makers willing to test for me and I am truly honored that they are willing to sew up my patterns and their bags, just wow! Wait til you see them all!! </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The North Shore Hobo is a large sized bag, with two shapes and two ways to carry. Style A has a straight top and Style B has a curved top. Both are traditional casusal hobos, with a slouchy, soft style. They are designed to have a soft drape and a boho style. This is much different from my usual, structured style and I kind of love her. </span></center>
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Jenny from <a href="https://sincerelyjenpatterns.com/">Sincerely Jen Patterns</a> sewed up this gorgeous version with vinyl accents, and check out that fussy cutting on the front panel!! </center>
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This stellar orange vinyl version is by Charlotte of <a href="https://www.lesenviesdecharlotte.com/">Les Envies de Charlotte</a>, and isn't in incredible? Charlotte chose to add piping and studs and it's oh so perfect! This is a great example of what the bag looks like with a bit more structure. </center>
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I am in love with this version by Natalie! It's so perfect in that Tula and Essex! I love how she used the center panel to showcase a favorite print. Natalie also wrote up a post on her experience sewing up this bag, which you can read on her blog <a href="https://vegetablog.wordpress.com/2018/11/08/north-shore-hobo-bag-by-nosy-pepper-patterns/?fbclid=IwAR3SZleKUs0zzItNmv5ve8K9mibcDcZjJvJjH55XYDf1Lzy1e4iCIFGEV0s">here</a>. </div>
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Wendy of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wdhandbags/">W.D. Handbags</a> made up this sexy little hot pink number and it is HOT! I love her styling of the side connectors! If you know the story behind why she chose the pink and the ladies, it makes it even better! (Hint: it has something to do with the name of the pattern). </div>
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I hope you enjoy the pattern, you can grab your copy <a href="http://shrsl.com/19z4w">here</a> on Craftsy! Please let me know what you think! You can join my Facebook patterns group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880211468941245/">here</a>, and see what everyone is sewing up or what's in the works here. </center>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I released my second pattern, the <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/sewing/patterns/get-it-together-duffel/629112">Get it Together Duffel</a> recently and I'm excited (and late) to share the details about this fun travel bag and all the amazing versions my testers whipped up!! You can grab this pattern now on <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/sewing/patterns/get-it-together-duffel/629112">Craftsy</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/625678298/get-it-together-duffel-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=get%20it%20together%20duffel&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1">Etsy</a> for immediate download. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This pattern comes in Two sizes: Large and Small. Although, the large could be called jumbo. The large sizes in at 19" L x 14" H x 9" D and was sized to be compliant with most carry on size restrictions. It's quite a large bag, and as you will see, also works perfectly for a machine size travel bags for many domestic machines. The small is a more modestly sized traveler at: 16" L x 10" H x 9"D, perfect for an overnight bag, a quick weekender or even as a gym bag. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The design of this bag works well for a unisex bag, which means it's a great project for the boys in our lives too! The pattern includes full color, step by step illustrated instructions to make both sizes. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">1.5 Yards (1.5 M)
Lining Fabric</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">5.25 Yards (5 M)
1.5” (38mm) wide webbing (Please note this pattern is written using webbing. If
you would like to use fabric or vinyl, you will need an additional 7/8 yard of
fabric)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">6 Yards (5.75 M)
20” wide fusible woven interfacing (Pellon Shapflex 101, Wovenfuse, or equivalent)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">2 yards (2 M) 20”
wide Foam Stabilizer (By Annie’s Soft and Stable, Pellon Flex Foam, Bosal In R
Form, or equivalent. Fusible foam is not recommended)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">8” x 18.5”
(20.25cm x 46.25cm) Fusible Firm Stabilizer such as Peltex 71</span></li>
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<li>(1) 10” #3 Zipper</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">(2) 1.5” (38 mm)
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<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">(2) 1.5” (38mm)
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<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">(2) 0.5” (12mm)
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<li><span style="font-size: 11.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">(1) 1.5” (38mm)
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Meg of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hudson_valley_handbags/">Hudson Valley Handbags</a> made this incredible version with leather and Marimekko fabrics, she added piping to the side panels and I adore this version, it looks so high end! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My lovely friend Amy made this version in some fun AH comic prints and this knock-your-socks-off pink crocodile vinyl from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SewHungryHippie?ref=shop_sugg">SewHungryHippie</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">How about this sweet floral version by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JustAnESewing/?fb_dtsg_ag=AdyWAPXvVOMtsh_4DdVLJ6yVVarp3i7o0L3rx_wfdK8B8g%3AAdyyzuW28jxSxDaTAx4HzvoXWas9OYASZq8RoymfGUeLJg">Just an E</a>? Abbe has even made me love florals with this one!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Line Vienneau made this super sweet unicorn version for a little girl and it's adorable! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And last, but certainly NOT least, this INCREDIBLE all leather version by Laurie Dasso! She made some modifications to the small to use as a pet carrier and a convertible back pack, Isn't it amazing??</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /><br />This project is perfect for using up your scraps of cork, vinyl, leather or even Kraft Tex! You can use any non fraying material for this little gems! There are only two pattern pieces to cut and only two seams! Most of my testers made theirs in under 15 minutes from cutting to finishing! <br /><br />There is one deeper center pocket perfect for storing your cash and two smaller card slot pockets for your cards and ID. My testers did an amazing job of adding their own flair to them and showing how versatile this quick little project is! </span></div>
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I am loving seeing some of these gems pop up already! I can't wait to see yours! Go grab the free pattern and use up some of those scraps you've been holding onto. Please tag me on Instagram @TheNosyPepper and on Facebook, or use the hashtags #nickelwallet and #nosypepperpatterns so that we can all see your fab Nickel Wallets!</div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">service and prices. A few time in a pinch I’ve had to purchase hardware elsewhere and often I am </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> a glitter vinyl online to use in bag making and I hated my life when trying to sew a bag with it. It’s </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">I have two different punch sets and they are life changing! I have one </span><a href="https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-6588-Hollow-Punch-12-Piece/dp/B000NPPBYC" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">small set</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> I use to punch holes </span></div>
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About two months ago I excitedly recieved my new sewing machine, a Juki 8700H. Up until this point, I've only sewn on domestic machines. After much research, a lot of back and forth and conversations with sewing friends and the lovely people at <a href="http://sewinggold.com/">Sewinggold.com</a> I decided on this machine. The reason that I ultimately got the Juki was multi factored: 1) Cost 2) Information available on this machine 3) The ability to sew heavy materials 4) The reviews from other bag makers.<br />
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I purchased from <a href="http://www.sewinggold.com/Index.html">Sewinggold.com </a>and I am so pleased with their customer service and knowldge through the process. I spoke with them on the phone prior to purchasing and they graciously answered my questions no matter how silly, and helped me settle on one machine. I purhcased the machine on a Saturday afternoon and it was delivered on Tuesday morning.<br />
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I do admit that the boxes that were delivered were a bit daunting.<br />
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It came in 4 boxes of which none were light! The total combined shipment was about 160 pounds. Opening the boxes and really not understanding how things are supposed to go and what was what was a bit intimidating. The machine came complete with a set up DVD that went through step by step of how to assemble and set up the machine. Honestly, I think the idea of putting it together was more scary than actually putting it together. The whole process took two of us about 3 hours from start to finish. The table assembly was the hardest part! </div>
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Once the table is assembled at the motor is mounted on the table, pretty much all thats left to do is drop in the machine and connect the belt from the motor to the machine. I am actually really grateful for the experience of putting it together because I feel like I have a better understanding of how the machine and what all these parts are than if I had someone gotten someone to put it all together for me. </div>
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But to break it down, here's the good/the bad and the UGLY of switching from a domestic to an industrial.</div>
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-This machine is a BEAST. I have tested various materials: cork, vinyl, interfaced cotton and leather and it hasn't yet balked at anything I have been able to fit under the presser foot. </div>
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I haven't had it hesitate sewing anything yet. The only time I had an issue was when I attempted to sew some leather and forgot to change the needle out and tried to sew leather with a size 14 needle....it wasn't pretty, the needle revolted and broke in several places.<br />
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-<b>Automatic Bobbin winder</b> that fills bobbins as you sew, need I say more?<br />
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-<b>Ease of changing the bobbin</b>. I've found it actually easier to change the bobbin out in the juki than my domestics.<br />
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-<b>Stitch quality</b>: I do feel like when my tension is set properly for what I am sewing, my stitches are far more balanced.<br />
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-<b>Cost for accessories</b>: When stocking up on needles, bobbins and presser feet I was SHOCKED at how much less expensive it was for these items. Needles were less than 2 dollars for a pack of 20 and bobbins were about 4 cents each. Even the presser foot were only a few dollars each. Quite a change from the nearly dollar per needle costs for microtex.<br />
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-<b>The speed:</b> well not so much for me, because I slow at a grandma's pace but more confident sewists will appreciate the rate at which this thing moves. The speed goes up to 4,000 stitches per minute (OMG that like 70 per second....who sews that fast). I currently have the motor set to 350 stitches per minute as the top speed.<br />
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-<b>Servicing</b>: The way this machine is set up, servicing really isn't something that you do. All the parts are pretty much replaceable and relly not overly difficult to change out. Also, again they are not very expensive. The only servicing you really need to prepare for is to change out the oil on occasion and cleaning up your feed dogs and bobbin area.<br />
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-<b>Knee lift</b>: OMG, this has been the best thing ever! I just use my knee to lift the presser foot, allowing me to never have to take my hands off my project. Great for turning corners!. It also lifts so HIGH, fitting those bulky seams under is never an issue.<br />
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-<b>Needle Sizes: </b>I can get needle sizes up to 23 for my machine. 23!!!!!! From someone who could only get up to a 14 on my domestic this was an amazing game changer.<br />
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-<b>Thread sizes: </b>I always struggled to get my domestic to use topstitching thread or thicker threads, even with using a regular weight on the bottom and a top stitching needle. Now, I have to issues at all, even with heavier thread in the bobbin as well.<br />
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-<b>Frequent Adjustments</b>: unlike my domestic, the Juki is a lot more sensitive to changes in materials and bulk. Although it doesn't hesitate to stitch, it does require more frequent adjustments to the tension and presser foot pressure.<br />
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-<b>The Tension</b>: This is both good and bad. There isn't a handy dial nubered for you because the tension is SO adjustable. It generally requires a lot of turns to make adjustments in tension. Which is great because you have so much control, but when you find that perfect tension for say, cotton you gotta test that out on a scrap before you start sewing your project. I made the mistake a few times of not adjusting from materials and found that my stitches were loose, requiring me to adjust and resew.<br />
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-<b>Threading</b>: I wouldn't say that threading the machine is complicated at all, but it does require several more steps than a quick 4 step process that many of us are used to on domestics. It makes you think twice about the order in which you sew things because you inwardly groan when it's time to change thread colors.<br />
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-<b>No Bells & Whistles</b>: Love your automatic thread cutter? Automatic threader? Yeah, this baby is the stripped down version of your domestic with it's fancy features. No thread cutter, threader or needle up/down buttons. It sounds silly, but I didn't realize how much those features sped up the process. There are some industrials that you can get these features on, but those were not an option for many available options.<br />
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-<b>This is NOT a compound walking foot machine</b>. And unlike a domestic you can't just get a walking foot attachment for it (not that it's the same as a compound walking foot). I'm used to sewing with the walking foot on. I have to use care when sewing straps and long seams that it isn't getting all out of sorts.<br />
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-<b>No markings on the needle plate: </b>Those of us who are so used to this just being the standard, may be a bit dismayed to learn this is NOT the standard on many industrials. You can easily purchase one, but it's not something that you can expect.<br />
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-<b>Thread stays in the bobbin</b>: Often when finishing a seam, when you lift the presser foot the top thread will be in the bobbin casing. At first I thought there was something wrong, but I have been assured that this is normal. It just slows me down because I have to then turn the hand wheel to get the thread back up.<br />
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-<b>Lack of versatility: </b>I knew going in that this machine would be pretty much used solely for bag making. This machine is rated for heavy duty sewing. Although there are industrials that are rated for lighterweight materials such as garments, this machine is not one of them. I tried it on uninterfaced cotton and it quickly shredded that material. Industrials are typically meant to do one job only, and do that job well. Don't expect that any industrial will completely replace the versatility of a domestic.<br />
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-<b>The handwheel is "locked:</b>: I was completely shocked by how hard it is to turn! A friend explained to me that you have to put a slight amount of presser on the pedal (not enough to get it to sew, but enough to engage the motor), which is kind of tricky to do and takes a bit of getting used to.<br />
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-<b>Adjustments: </b>Again, be prepared to make more adjustments than you probably ever have. I have now had to get used to even adjusting my bobbin tension, which most owners of a domestic machine are told to never EVER touch it. Now, it becomes something you may need to do and do often.<br />
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-<b>It is HEAVY DUTY: </b>The main foot that came with the machine has a finger guard, why does it have a finger guard you ask? I know more people than I can count that have sewn clear through their finger, I don't think for a second that this machine wouldn't make it clear through my finger. The other feet that you will commonly use (zipper, piping, teflon, etc) will not be equipped with a guard.<br />
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-<b>Reversing: </b>There is a bar that you will hold down to reverse on this machine. The bar goes down about 2", if you do NOT hold down the bar all the way, it doesn't fully reverse. I couldn't figure out why I would be stitching along with a stitch length of 5, only to have my reverse stitches look like they had a length of 2. It was because I wasn't holding down the needle all the way.<br />
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Are you thinking about getting your first industrial? After having mine and using it consistently for the last two months I have to say I am sold and I wish I had taken the plunge a lot sooner. It's definitely made sewing many things a lot easier. It has been able to sew pretty much anything I can stick under the presser foot. The learning curve was a bit steep but after pushing myself to figure it out (I made myself sew ALL my bags on it, even though it slowed me down at first), I LOVE it and I am getting much quicker.<br />
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Interfacing is one of the most expensive materials that we put into our bags, and it is probably one of the most important. It seems everyone has their preferred place to shop and has their own "stock up price". Today, I'm going to try and work out where the best places to buy the most commonly used interfacings in bag making. As prices do tend to be fluid, the list is just a guideline and prices are subject to change. <i>For ALL products the prices per yard I am giving you are based on 20" wide widths, as that is the standard for the Pellon Products</i>. <i>Also, there are many sellers not listed, but I generally listed the stores with the lowest prices. This post contains affiliate links.</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Pellon Shapeflex 101</u></span></div>
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By the yard, Joann has a regular price of 6.99 per yard on shapeflex. This is marginally better if you buy a <a href="https://www.joann.com/pellon-sf101-shape-flex-fusible-interfacing-20x10-yds/13188750.html#start=1">10 yard bolt</a>, where the price per yard is 5.29. Joann's sale prices vary extensively and you can find interfacing anywhere from 30-60% off. The lowest I have seen it is when you are able to use a coupon for 60% off, bringing it down to 2.80 a yard at the per yard price or 2.11 by the bolt. This is the same deal as when they allow you to stack a 50% off sale with a 20% off coupon. Consider shipping cost into this if you choose to buy online. <b>LOWEST PRICE 2.11 per yard when you purchase a bolt.</b></div>
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The lowest price I have seen on shapeflex at Walmart is 42.00 for a <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pellon-SF101-Shape-flex-15-Yard-Bolt/29205340">15 yard bolt on Walmart.com</a>. This includes free shipping or free store pick up. Although I have seen this price fluctuate quite a bit as well, it tends to generally stay around this price. <b>LOWEST PRICE 2.80 per yard when you buy a 15 yard bolt.</b></div>
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Overstock is another popular option with bag makers. You can purchase a shopping pass for the year for 19.99 which would give you free shipping on all purchases. You can purchase a <a href="https://www.overstock.com/Crafts-Sewing/All-Purpose-Woven-Fusible-Interfacing-10-Yards/5123770/product.html">10 yard bolt</a> for 26.09 and not including shipping it would be 2.61 a yard.<b> </b>A <a href="https://www.overstock.com/Crafts-Sewing/All-Purpose-Woven-Fusible-Interfacing-10-Yards/5123770/product.html">10 yard bolt of 60" wide</a> runs 74.24 per bolt or 2.47 per yard (when adjusted to the comparable 20" wide). <b>LOWEST PRICE 2.47 per yard. </b></div>
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Oh how I love you Amazon Prime! But you let me down when it comes to my interfacing. There are no Prime options available for Shapeflex and the lowest price offered is 20.49 for a <b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pellon-SF101-Shape-Flex-Cotton-Fusible/dp/B008UDT0ZK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523895567&sr=8-1&keywords=pellon+sf101+shape-flex">10 yard bolt</a></b>. Which doesn't sound so bad until you factor in a minimum of 7.90 shipping, which I will include in this price simce there is no way around it. <b>LOWEST PRICE 2.76 per yard. </b></div>
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This product has seemingly taken the bag making world by storm. I use it and I personally love it. It gives all the body of Shapeflex and is easier to fuse and typically costs much less. At 45" wide you get 2.25 % more than the 20" Shapeflex. The only downside is the shipping costs. At 7.90 for a Flat Rate, it's not unreasonable but you don't get the perk of free shipping that you can get from other retailers, so I will factor the shipping into the costs. A <a href="http://gotinterfacing.com/wovenfuse-white-light-weight-fusible-interfacing-7-yards-45-wide-shipping-listed-for-this-item-is-for-usa-only/">7 yard pacakge of 45" wide woven fuse</a> will run you 32.40. Compared to the 20" wide Shapeflex, that's <b>2.05 a yard</b>. If you are able to purchase in bulk, you can get <a href="http://gotinterfacing.com/usa-only-special-bulk-order-37-yds-white-wovenfuse-in-3-cuttings-2-free-yards-18-65-large-flat-rate/">37 yards shipped</a> for 141.15 that works out to 1.70 per yard when adjusted to the 20" shapeflex. <b>LOWEST PRICE 1.70 per yard.</b></div>
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I used this product back before Wovenfuse was available and it's honestly 100% comparable to Shapeflex, except I always found that it was a consistent product (which has been an issue with some Shapeflex I have used). You can purchase it at <a href="https://www.wawak.com/Fusible-Fashion-Fuse-Woven-5-yds-x-46W">Wawak</a> in the US, and Cleaner's Supply in Canada. In the US it is 25.00 for a 5 yard bolt of 46" wide Fashion Fuse, you can get free shipping at orders over 99 so I am not including that in this price. That works out to 2.17 a yard. <b>LOWEST PRICE 2.17 a yard</b>. </div>
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The Winner: Wovenfuse at 1.70-2.05 per yard</div>
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Runner Up: JoAnn <b>COUPON ONLY</b> price or Fashion Fuse at regular price.</div>
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There are several options to use for foams, I can't tell you which is best, I think everyone has a preference. They are mostly the same product, my favorites are By Annie's Soft and Stable and Bosal In R Form. I personally do not like fusible foams, and I will not be including them here. I will break down the three types I know of and what the price points are. </div>
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JoAnn has Pellon Flex Foam 77 at regular price for 105.00 for a <a href="https://www.joann.com/pellon-flex-foam-stabilizer-board-ff-77/14517221.html#q=flex%2Bfoam&prefn1=prod_type&prefv1=Product&start=1">10 yard bolt of 20" wide</a>. That's 10.50 per yard....OUCH. Stack coupons, similarly to the Shapeflex deals and you can get this for <b>4.20 per yard</b>. </div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Winner: Joann WITH coupon deal</span></div>
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You can grab this <a href="https://www.craftmore.com/bosal-in-r-form-foam-sew-in-fusible-stab-58x36-wht/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos=1o2&scid=scplp96053&sc_intid=96053&gclid=CjwKCAjwk9HWBRApEiwA6mKWaeRweWKlYky-SZ4AT0ksi059bwevJIaLtuYHTJ1UJjENHlxd9hAkjBoC3m0QAvD_BwE">same package for 13.79</a> and get free shipping on orders over 75 dollars. Making this one <b>4.76 per yard</b>. <i>I am not certain if this is a regular price. </i></div>
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Bulk purchasers can score a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G2EQIF8/ref=asc_df_B01G2EQIF85441715/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=394997&creativeASIN=B01G2EQIF8&linkCode=df0&hvadid=194829648434&hvpos=1o34&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12075255691125254600&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015737&hvtargid=pla-309743263900">15 yard bolt of 58" foam for 229.95,</a> which breaks down to <b>5.23 per yard </b>with free Prime shipping. The only other option for sew in on Amazon is the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/R-Form-Unique-Stabilizer-18-White-492-18/dp/B00AVYDPTS/ref=sr_1_1?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1523898876&sr=1-1&keywords=bosal+sew+in">18" x 58" width for 9.82</a> with Prime shipping, making that <b>6.55 per yard</b>. <b>LOWEST PRICE 5.23 per yard</b>.</div>
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Amazon has been my go to for this product, you can score a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ByAnnies-Stable-Fabric-58-Inch-White/dp/B007F0Y8I8/ref=sr_1_1?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1523899025&sr=1-1&keywords=soft+and+stable">36" x 58" package for 18.99</a> with prime, making it <b>6.54 per yard</b>. Pick up a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Annie-S2072-Stable-Fabric-58-Inch/dp/B005571MPA/ref=pd_sbs_201_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B005571MPA&pd_rd_r=FT1MRXTVAFMKGR15BRSF&pd_rd_w=RbHSg&pd_rd_wg=PW7Lb&psc=1&refRID=FT1MRXTVAFMKGR15BRSF">72" x 58" package for 34.94</a> with Prime (I've actually seen this price flucuate between 30 and 36 dollars on this item), making it <b>6.02 per yard</b>. <b>LOWEST PRICE 6.02 per yard.</b></div>
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Walmart has various sizes of Soft and Stable, but the <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/ByAnnie-s-Soft-Stable-White-72-X58/38463926">72" x 58" package</a> is the same price as Amazon at 34.94. Making it <b>6.02 per yard</b>. </div>
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Connecting Threads frequently runs 30% off sales, and I know this is where some bagmakers get theirs and stock up during the sales. You can get a <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=761208&u=1551657&m=60894&urllink=www%2Econnectingthreads%2Ecom%2FSoftandStable%5FTDSoftandStable%2Ehtml&afftrack=">18" x 58: package for 8.37 </a>during the sales. Making it <b>5.58 per yard</b>, free shipping on all orders over 50 dollars. </div>
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<li><b>Winner</b>: Joann WITH COUPON ONLY at 4.20 per yard for Pellon when you purchase a bolt or Bosal at Craftmore at 4.76 per yard</li>
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<li><b>Honorable Mention</b>: If you are in need and can't wait for a sale or coupon, your best bet is to hit up Amazon or Walmart at 6.02 a yard for the 2 yard package of Soft and Stable.</li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Homemade versus handmade, some might argue that there isn’t a difference, but I think there very much is. Homemade is of course made by hand, but I tend to associate those things with the trinkets that my kids make me (which I love). However, when I make something, I don’t want it to look like I threw it together at mommy and me craft night. <br /><br /><br />When I make a bag, I don’t want it to look “homemade” but I will gladly tell others that it is handmade by me. There is a difference between those bags that look like they were bought in a store, and those that look like they were hastily sewn together. <br /><br /><br />We know how pricey sewing can be, and there is nothing worse than hating a bag that you spent so much time and MONEY on. If you want to up your bag game here are the biggest giveaways to homemade bags.</span><br />
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Now, I’ve seen some AHmazing bags with contrasting thread. It can make a bag absolutely pop. With that said, it’s something that you have to get 100% right. Any small error in stitching, even one wonky stitch, will stand out like a sore thumb. Back stitching, or even anchoring your pockets can be a big LOOK AT ME. Unless you are absolutely a beast, please just use coordinating thread. It’s so much less stressful and any small errors you make are hardly noticeable. </div>
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Not all of us can be as amazing as Jenny of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sincerelyjen/">Sincerely Jen</a> with this GORGEOUS example of contrast stitching done right.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Nothing says homemade like limp, wrinkly bags. Linings that sag or pleats that look like I just tried to squeeze myself into a size 0 pants because I used foam instead of fleece. I test for several designers and I can tell you that the interfacings they recommend aren’t just a random guess. It’s not unusual for it to even change up during the testing process when different combos are found to work better. They tell you what to use because, TRULY, it will get you the best results. So by all means once you have made a pattern and want to alter it, go for it, but understand that it will NOT give you the results that were originally intended for the bag. Sometimes that’s what you want, but always try it first….you’ll probably like it as is!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Hardware can make or break a bag. Sure, not all bags even NEED hardware to look fab. If your bag does call for hardware, please use the appropriate size. Straps that are 1” sitting in 1.5” rings are usually like the guy from accounting who has to cinch his belt up to keep his pants from falling down. The same can be said for cheap hardware, cheap hardware often LOOKS cheap.You don't need to spend a fortune, but there is a difference in quality. When you spend so much time on something, you don't want to make it look cheap</span></div>
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Pressing your finished bag can take it from blah to ahhhh in less than 10 minutes. No one wants to see your center crease on your final bag. Take the time to press your bag properly and it will thank you. Margareth of Maggie Made Bags did a wonderful post on how to get professional finishing by pressing your bags <a href="http://nosypepper.blogspot.com/2016/08/iitbs-margareth-of-maggie-made-bags.html#.WrkNii7wbIV">here</a>.</div>
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Ever notice a bunch of threads sticking out on a Coach bag? Nope. Trim your threads as you go. Cut off those long tails so they don’t get trapped in other seams and stick out of your bag. Once you are done, always do a final once over to get any of those orphan threads that always find a way to sneak out. Get a pair of thread trimmers, embroidery scisors, snips or anything that you will use!</div>
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Now, I don’t mean that every bag is perfect. I am yet to sew a perfect bag. In fact I can point out at least three (or 10) errors in every bag I make. What I mean is, those small errors you make when you are sewing that you don’t stop to fix. Crooked pockets, uneven zip panels, wonky connectors. Small things can quickly add up to big things. If you aren’t happy with your pocket placement when you sew it on your panel, you aren’t going to like it more when your whole bag is complete. If you think “should I fix it”, you probably should. I’ve never regretting going back and redoing a step but I’ve always regretting when I haven’t. </div>
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This pocket? It was the world's most uncooperative pocket. It took me 4 times of stitching and unstitching to get it straight. I had initially thought about leaving it, as it was only off a little bit, but I knew that it would stick out and look probably more crooked than it was due to the print. I'm so glad that I redid it, all 4 times. The fix maybe took 10 minutes total.</div>
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I totally get the irony here. But seriously, there is so much information out there and it can be hard to know what is good and what isn’t. I’ve seen everything from using sharpies, to change thread colors to using hot glue guns for bindings. If you don’t know how something could reasonably work, please don’t trust it as sound advice if you don’t know the source. Designers put a LOT of time, energy, and effort into developing their patterns. They don’t recommend something because they think it might work, they recommend it because they know it will. At the end of the day they want you to be happy with the bag you make. People always have advice, but as in all other areas, it's important to remember it's not all GOOD advice, even if given with the best of intentions. </div>
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I hope this doesn’t read as telling you to never experiment or deviate from a pattern or idea. I don’t mean that at all, but it’s always better to test something out before you start going all Frankenstein. The best way to learn is by trying new things, but please be careful where you get your information and consider the logic behind ideas and techniques. What else have you learned along the way? What tips worked for you and what didn't? I feel like I learn something new with almost every new bag I make. I'd love to hear your favorites and what you learned along the way!</div>
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Hello Bagineers! It's been a while since I have had a Bag Buzz for you, now that I have fully gotten back up to speed after the holidays, it's time to fill you in on what's going on in the Bag Making world! Grab a cup of coffee and a snack, this is a long one!</center>
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Waxed canvas has been on my "want to try" list for a long while, I absolutely love the look of waxed canvas and I'm intriqued by the water resistance and durability it offers. It's sat on this list for an embarassingly long amount of time until Blue Calla released the <a href="https://bluecallapatterns.com/products/the-waterlily-waxed-canvas-tote-pdf-sewing-pattern/?aff=4">Waterlily Waxed Canvas Tote</a>. Although the <a href="https://bluecallapatterns.com/products/the-waterlily-waxed-canvas-tote-pdf-sewing-pattern/?aff=4">Waterlily</a> can be made in any material, it's the perfect pattern to use waxed canvas, so when put out this pattern as a test pattern, this was my chance to finally do it.<br />
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If you look up waxing canvas there are about one million tutorials and recipes, but they all boil down to 2 essential ingredients and some optional ingredients: bees wax and parafin. Some recipes call for oils such as boiled linseed oil and turpentine, so really it's all about your preferences. I found that just the parafin and beeswax alone made a nice wax to work and yielded good results.<br />
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Since I waited to wax my tote until after I was done sewing, I had to use a little care when applying the wax to make sure it only waxed the areas that I wanted it to. It was surprisingly easier to control that I had thought it would be. The wax paints on and dries quickly, leaving a layer of wax on the top of the fabric that makes you wonder if you are doing this right. If you think this too, then you are doing it right. </div>
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There is really no exact science to how to apply the wax, I did small sections, but I imagine you could just as same do the whole bag. Once your applied wax has tried, take your heat gun to heat the wax you applied to the bag and then watch as MAGIC happens. Where the heat gun is applied, the wax will magically absorb into the canvas and take on a different look. </div>
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The finish look is that of a rugged, distressed bag. You'll notice in other waxed canvas bags the wax lightens in areas it has been folded. If you like this distressed look, crinkle up your bag. If you don't like this look, then just apply a bit more heat and the creases and lightening will fade until the bag is crinkled up again. Magic!<br />
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As for the <a href="https://bluecallapatterns.com/products/the-waterlily-waxed-canvas-tote-pdf-sewing-pattern/?aff=4">Waterlily</a>, I adore this pattern, and it isn't neccessary to use waxed canvas. It's a relatively easy sew, with the most complicated part keeping all the pieces sorted out with all the rectangles that you cut. I really like that the pattern includes a labeled photo as to which piece goes where, so you can plan out your fabric placement easily when cutting. I sometimes have a hard time visualizing where pieces go duing the cutting process, so this was a huge help for me.<br />
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It has a top recessed zipper, a zippered front pocket and a back divided slip pocket. Inside there are even more pockets! This bag came together so quickly, and I love the look of the rolled handles. This is definitely a great confident beginner bag as no steps are exceptionally challenging.<br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Welcome to the November 2017 installment of the Bag Buzz! Read on to catch up on the latest pattern releases, new products, sales, tutorials and more!</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sew Sweetness released her <a href="https://sewsweetness.com/products/minikins/?wpam_id=15">Minikins</a> earlier this month! Grab them while they are still on sale! The bundle comes with 12 patterns AND 12 videos to go with each one. Most of the patterns have several sizes each so it's a great value! </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://www.mrs-h.com/">Sewing Patterns by Mrs. H</a> has now released BOTH the <a href="https://www.mrs-h.com/jangles-anchor-pdf-pattern.html?___SID=U">Jangles Anchor Bag</a> and the <a href="https://www.mrs-h.com/squiffy-sling-pdf-pattern.html?___SID=U">Squiffy Sling Bag</a> as pdf patterns. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/mvl5" style="font-size: 14.6667px;">The Pretty Woman Bundle</a><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"> by Love M.E. Patterns</span></span> </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline;">Little Moo Has designed the<a href="https://www.onethimble.com.au/product/festival-clutch/"> Festival Clutch as Part of One Thimble Digital Sewing Magazine</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/myk4">The Stop, Dopp and Roll Bag</a> by Lean, Mean Sewing Machine</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/myk7">The Sweet Sunday Bag</a> by ToriskaPDF</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/myko">The Katelynn Bag </a>by iThinkSew</span><br />
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The nosy pepperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03830984348842253955noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1735988788171219136.post-55853062373109760512017-10-18T06:47:00.000-07:002017-10-18T07:30:15.266-07:00Adventures in Embroidery<div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">For those of you who follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you may have seen some new things popping up in my feed lately. I recently got a Brother se400 embroidery machine, and I have quickly developed a slight obession for machine embroidery. I received the machine as a gift for my birthday and in the less than 3 months I've had it, I have been pleasantly surprised by not only how easy it is to get started but how much fun it is! </span><i style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>***This point contains affiliate links****</b></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">At face value, the idea of getting into machine embroidery looks daunting. So many different settings, stabilizers and threads! </span><a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=253536&u=1551657&m=29190&urllink=www%2Ecraftsy%2Ecom%2Fembroidery%2Fshop%2Fembroidery%2Dclasses%3Ffilters%3D%257B%2522selectedFilters%2522%253A%255B%2522%257B%255C%2522filterSetId%255C%2522%253A307%252C%255C%2522facetName%255C%2522%253A%255C%2522techniqueFilter%255C%2522%252C%255C%2522filterOptionId%255C%2522%253A%255C%25222290%255C%2522%257D%2522%255D%252C%2522selectedSearchScopes%2522%253A%255B%255D%252C%2522sortBy%2522%253A%2522%2522%252C%2522page%2522%253A1%252C%2522contentType%2522%253A%2522filter%2Dgallery%252Fcontent%252Fkeyed%2522%257D&afftrack=" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Craftsy</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> has some great classes to get you started on your way to machine embroidering like a pro. There is a great class to cover the basics as you get started: </span><a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=253536&u=1551657&m=29190&urllink=www%2Ecraftsy%2Ecom%2Fembroidery%2Fclasses%2F20%2Dthings%2Devery%2Dmachine%2Dembroiderer%2Dshould%2Dknow%2F40791&afftrack=" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">20 Things Every Machine Embroider should know</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. It covers the essentials to give you a solid foundation as you learn. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Keyfobs are a quick and easy project, that I can't seem to stop making. There are hundreds of files available and each pattern costs only a few dollars. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've also had fun making some personalized trick or treat bags:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Towels are also a super fun project, and now I want to make some for all the holidays! You can pick up a pack of kitchen towels for a great price on Amazon or even at Target. I picked these up for 3.99 for a 4 Pack in the kitchen section. </span><br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/UhOhCreationsCA/listing/560434605/charlie-holster-bag-pattern-with"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Charlie Holster Bag Pattern by Uh Oh Creations: </span></a><br />
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<a href="https://www.craftsy.com/sewing/patterns/50-off-1320-myles-work-bag-pdf-pattern/513240"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Myles Work Bag by iThinkSew</span></a><br />
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Welcome back! Today is our 5th and final day of the sew along. We will be making our lining and putting it all together, so you will have your completed Luxie at the end of the day, yay! Let's get sewing.</div>
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If you find that your machine struggles to sew the PUL or vinyl, a walking foot can be super helpful. You can also use that annoying paper that comes with your interfacing between your presser foot and your fabric to help glide it along. </div>
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First, we are going to sew the bottom edge of our lining pieces together. don't forget to leave about a 7' hole along the bottom seam for turning your bag (don't short yourself here on making sure the hole is large enough, there are a lot of layers to fit through the tuning hole. Remember PUL is a knit fabric essentially so you don't want to use too short a stitch length or your stitches might pop when you go to put your bag together. I like to use about a stitch lenth of 3 when contstructing the lining, maybe it's overkill but better safe than sorry. (later when you sew your exterior and lining together you won't have to worry about things shifting so much, but the stretching is especially true when you are turning your bag, so also be SUPER sure to securely back stitch at each stop and start).</div>
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We will attach the side pieces to our main lining panels the same way we did our exterior bag. I am not ashamed to admit I like clips, and a lot of them. I probably would put clips on my clips if I could. Remember, if you are using PUL you want your SHINY side as your right side. This way, your bag lining is wipeable. If you aren't concerned with wipeability feel free to use whatever side you like. </div>
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Once we have stitched on the sides, your completed lining panel should look like this: </div>
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Yay!! Now we are going to put everything together!</div>
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Clip your lining to your exterior right sides together, aligning your side seams. </div>
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Clip carefully, there are a lot of layers here you don't want to have shift around. Using a walking foot can be helpful here if you have one. </div>
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Once you have stitched your lining to your exterior, it's time to turn your bag right side out. Using that hole you left in the bottom of your lining, gently coax your bag through. </div>
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Woohoo! We have almost completed our bag, it looks like a real bag now! Before stitching your lining hole closed, I like to do one final look over to make sure that the bag was behaving in while we were sewing that last seam. I always check to make sure that it wasn't tricky and shifted around and that I have everything stitched as it should be around that top edge. Once you are sure that your bag has behaved, pull your lining back up and we need to close the hole that you left for turning: </div>
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If you would like to, you can top stitch the top of your bag below the zipper casing. I don't find this worth the trouble, as I don't think it's necessary and as Janellle indicates in the pattern it's a pain to stitch through all those layers neatly and you are also adding more holes that make your lining less waterproof. </div>
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OUR LAST STEP!!! Still with us? This is the easiest part of the whole project. Remember the ends of your casing you left unstitched? This is where we are going to insert your frames. Just slide it on in, easing your casing around it as you go. Your frames should have caps on the end, leave those on because they will keep the ends of your frame from rubbing against your fabric. </div>
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Welcome Back! Today is a busy day! All of that pesky prep work is done and we are going to see our bag start to take shape!</div>
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By now you should a completed exterior zipper pocket, handles, and zipper casing. </div>
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Grab your completed handles and your exterior panels. </div>
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This pattern has two different styles of handles to choose from. I opted for the short style. You may also notice I chose NOT to roll my handles, it's just a personal prefrence, I find rolled handles uncomfortable to carry. Follow the directions to measure and mark the placement for the handle style you choose and attach your handles as directed. </div>
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We are going to attach or bottom panel to or exterior side peices to create one long exterior panel. Follow the directions in the pattern and you will end up with your completed panel looking like this:</div>
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First, lets baste the side exterior pieces to the insulated fleece we cut to match those pieces. Using a scant SA sew around the outside edges of the side panels to baste the insulation to your side pieces.</div>
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Next we need to attach our foam to the large exterior panel (DO NOT ATTACH YOUR INSULATED FLEECE UNTIL AFTER YOU BASTE YOUR FOAM TO YOUR MAIN PIECE). </div>
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Grab your 10" x 21.5" Piece of foam and center this to your exteior piece. The foam should have a 1/2' above and below to keep this out of your SA. Pin this in a few spots to keep it in place, then flip over and add some pins on the RS of the fabric and remove the pins you added on the WS of the fabric (you don't want to sew them up when we add the fleece in a a moment).</div>
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Now that we have our foam secured with some pins, grab your insulated fleece and place this on the WS of your exterior panel, with the foil side UP and the non foiled side against your fabric. Clip this in place all around the outside of the panel:</div>
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Sew along the outside edge using a scant SA to baste your fleece to the exterior panel. Your foam should be sandwiched between the fleece and your fabric panel. </div>
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Like I had mentioned before, I am hopelessly lazy and I always use prepackaged piping. Feel free to make your own, or use the premade stuff with no judgment here. We are going to be attaching the piping to the side edges of our front panel. Before attaching the piping, I like to clip about a half inch of the cording out, just so it lays flat at the bottom of the seam. </div>
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Just use your seam ripper to cut the last couple of stitches, then slide it past the cording inside. Then snip that last 3/8" off. It's not as necessary on this bag as we don't have to piece the ends together, but this can be super helpul on other patterns that you have to butt the ends of the piping together. </div>
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Woohoo! Now we get to attach the sides. Unfortunately, I think this was the point my two year old got a hold of my phone, cause all my photos for the sides were deleted. The pattern is pretty clear here, make the marks as indicated and pin or clip your side panel at the bottom at at the top edges. Then make a few clips around the curve, careful not to clip past 1/4" from the edge (you don't want this clip near your stitching line). once you've clipped around your curves as directed in the pattern, your piece should ease very nicely around the bag. Here's a shot of the lining done in the same fashion (I do love my clips lol). </div>
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This part seems to confuse some people, because it seems more complex than it is. You want your zipping casing RIGHT SIDE against the completed exterior of your bag. It almost seems contrary to what you want to do, but it is the right way to do it because your casing with flip UP on your exterior. See how the zipper is positioned against the exterior. Remember RIGHT SIDE FACING</div>
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Once you have basted your zipper panel, you'll know you did it right if it pops up like this: </div>
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You've now completed your exterior! Pat yourself on the back! Tomorow we will construct our lining and finish our bag! </div>
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Welcome back for day 3 of the Luxie Sew along! Today is a short day, and our last day of prep work before we start putting everything together. This will be a short day, so that anyone can catch up if they missed a day. </div>
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Grab your completed zippper with tabs attached and we are gonna make a pocket sandwich. </div>
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Take the lining piece of bottom of zipper pocket and place it on your surface right side up. The grab your zipper and place it right side up, aligning the top edge of your zipper to the top edge of the lining piece. I like to use double sided tape or glue instead of pins or clips, but use whatever you are comfortable with. Then take the exterior piece of your pocket and place this WS up (so that the fabrics are RST) and align the top edges. Again secure with your preferred method and then using your zipper foot, sew these layers together using a 1/4" seam allowance. </div>
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Fold your exterior and lining away from the zipper and press them well. Then top stitch along the bottom edge of your zipper. Your panel will now look like this:</div>
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Now, take the small piece of the exterior pocket, which is your top piece. and place it RS down and align the top edges of the fabric and the zipper. Secure and then again using your zip foot and a 1/4" seam allowance sew these layers together. Press this well so that on the top of your zipper there is one layer of fabric and below the zipper you have BOTH your exterior and lining piece. </div>
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Tomorrow we will start assembling our exterior and you'll see the bag starting to take shape. If you still need to catch up, you can use this day to do so. See you tomorrow!</div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Welcome back! Today is day 2 of our Luxie Sew along! By now you should have your pieces all cut and ready to start sewing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today we are going to focus on getting our zippers ready and making our handles. If you are choosing to make your own piping, today is the day to do that. Deep breath here, piping is NOT hard, I promise! Janelle gives great directions in the pattern for making your own. I am hopelessly lazy and would rather just pick up a pattern of premade from the fabric store. It runs about 2 bucks and I always use a coupon with it. If you are so inclined to make your own, there are some great tutorials out there if you need a little more help like this one from </span><a href="https://swoonpatterns.com/tutorial-how-to-make-piping/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Swoon Patterns</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> & this one from </span><a href="http://sewsweetness.com/2014/10/tutorial-add-piping-bag.html" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sew Sweetness</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Now, take one piece and fold it lengthwise RIGHT sides together. Press well and then slide your zipper INSIDE, sandwiching your zipper in the casing, with the edge of the zipper snug against the fold. Move your zipper pulls out of the way so you don't have to fiddle with them while sewing.</span></div>
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Welcome to the first day of the Luxie Sew Along! Today is all about the prep work. If you are like me, this is the worst part of bag making but it's a neccessary evil to get to the fun part. </div>
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Before we get started, make sure that you have your copy of Emmaline Bags Luxie Lunch Bag, you will need this pattern to follow along. As well as the following supplies:</div>
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<a href="https://emmalinebags.com/products/internal-wire-frames-style-b-10-x-3-1-2">Style B internal Style Wire Frames from Emmaline Bags</a></div>
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1/2 Yard exterior Fabric</div>
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1/2 Yard lining fabric (PUL or some type of water restant fabric such as rip stop nylon or laminate is HIGHLY recommended...you don't want something in your lunch bag spilling and ruining your pretty bag.)1</div>
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1/2 Yard Insulated fleece such as Isulbrite</div>
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22" or longer bag zipper...double pull is what I used. </div>
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<b><u>A note about lining fabrics:</u></b></div>
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I would advise against using a plain cotton lining for your bag because those dumb comtainers always seem to leak out into your bag at some point and no one wants some spilled Italian dressing ruining your beautiful bag. </div>
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PUL is what is recommended in the pattern and I agree that it is the perfect fabric for lining your luxie if you plan on using it as a lunch bag. It's easier to work with than a lot of vinyls and it is pretty water resistant and wipeable. The "shiny" side of the PUL is the right side of your fabric and the side with the fabric backing is your wrong side.You can generally find PUL in most big box fabric stores, on Etsy or even on Amazon. </div>
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Consider using some iron on vinyl, this is perfect if you have your heart set on a beautiful fabric print that you want to use. By using iron on vinyl, you can keep your fabric water proof but still use your favorite print. </div>
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My friend Jenny of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sincerelyjen/">Sincerely Jen Sews </a>is a genius (she really is!) and didn't have any iron on vinyl handy when she made her Luxie so she used some basic clear vinyl she had on hand and basted it around her lining pieces before she sewed her lining together. </div>
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If you aren't planning on using your Luxie as a lunch bag, feel free to use whatever fabric you want for the lining. You may also swap out the isulated fleece for fussible fleece as well. </div>
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Now, that's all out of the way, lets get cutting your bag!</div>
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Once you have your fabrics and interfacing cut, forge on and apply your fusible woven interfacing to the corresponding pieces. Hold off on basting or applying your fleece and foam, those will be applied in later steps. </div>
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That's it for today! I know, not very exciting but better to get the boring stuff out of the way first right? Tommorrow, we are going to focus on piping and prepping our zippers. </div>
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Thanks for joining!! </div>
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