Tutorial: Seal Edges of Cork, Leather or Vinyl

If you are looking for a simple way to finish the edges of your non-fraying substrates, this is it!  The following tutorial will help you seal the edges of cork, leather, suede and vinyl.  Many of the man-made substrates have a fabric backing which can still fray over time.  Sealing the edges with  paint ensures … Continue reading Tutorial: Seal Edges of Cork, Leather or Vinyl

Hardware || Install Rivets by Hand

Of all the things I'm asked about in my sewing, I get the most questions about hardware.  It's such an easy way to take a project to the next level like with the Megan Bucket Bag and Claire Foldover Clutch hack.  'Just an extra touch of metal can really take a bag from "homemade" to … Continue reading Hardware || Install Rivets by Hand

Megan Bucket Bag – Sewing Pattern

She is HERE!!!!!  What started as just a fun experiment in bag design (just for myself!) has turned into the latest new pattern, the Megan Bucket Bag.  This has been a labor of love with over a year passing since I first made it.....and then an extra month delay as the country locked down and … Continue reading Megan Bucket Bag – Sewing Pattern