Abbey Hacks by Love You Sew

Abbey Convertible Backpack Hacks with Welt Zipper Cover + Button Stud Closure

Hacking patterns is just so much fun when you can add more personal details to a project. Today, I'm sharing what I did for the backpack I made for real-life Abbey (the bag's namesake.)  This post includes a cover for the front zipper, button stud and leather accents, and where I've added rivets. The Abbey Convertible … Continue reading Abbey Convertible Backpack Hacks with Welt Zipper Cover + Button Stud Closure

Colleen Tote Bag - Add-On Pattern by Love You Sew

Colleen Tote Bag FREE Flap and Purse Feet Add-On Pattern

I can't believe a whole year has passed since I released the Colleen Tote Bag sewing pattern!  It's such a great classic carry-all style for the beginner bag-maker and I've been so happy to see all the different versions all over social media with #ColleenToteBag.  With the simple clean lines, this bag comes together quickly … Continue reading Colleen Tote Bag FREE Flap and Purse Feet Add-On Pattern

Make the Coziest Halifax Hoodie + Kangaroo Pocket Hack for View E

After the holidays, January is such a drag. Then, throw in the Polar Vortex that hit the Midwest this week and it's just downright depressing.  We can't go anywhere, school had been cancelled two-days in a row, I can't send the kids to go out and play....plus, it's just so friggin' COLD! I am thankful, … Continue reading Make the Coziest Halifax Hoodie + Kangaroo Pocket Hack for View E

Make Welt Zipper Pockets with the Skye Joggers

When joggers hit the market a few years ago. I was definitely into the look. They had the feel of my old Champion sweats from back in the day. (You know, the ones with the elastic ankle and all!) However, it seemed that the trend was not really feeling me. I tried on a few … Continue reading Make Welt Zipper Pockets with the Skye Joggers

Claire Fold-over Clutch :: Pattern Release

The Claire Fold-over Clutch with cross-body strap is my very first bag pattern release.  'Talk about  all the feelings right now!  There is so much to say about this bag, both in it's functionality and how it just came to be.  If you can bear with me, I'll dive into both 🙂 Many of you … Continue reading Claire Fold-over Clutch :: Pattern Release