When I first designed the Emma Stadium bag, it was solely for attending football games. I remember making the bag the night before we had to go out of town and was trying to save as much time (and money - in eliminating hardware) by adding in these leather hooks in lieu of D-rings. But … Continue reading Add a Leather Hook to the Emma Stadium Bag
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Add a Phone Zipper Pocket to the Abbey Convertible Backpack
The Abbey Convertible Backpack is my go-to bag when taking day-trips with my kids. I like having it out of the way but still being able to hold the essentials. But being a designer, I constantly have new ideas and wish there were different features with every bag I own. On the back of the … Continue reading Add a Phone Zipper Pocket to the Abbey Convertible Backpack
Size Down the Maya + Harper Travel Changing Set for Playtime!
All of my sewing patterns are named after my nieces. Once a pattern releases, the namesake always gets a complimentary bag of her very own. But then, I was in a bit of a predicament when I named the Maya + Harper Travel Changing Set after my 4 and 2 year old nieces. What were … Continue reading Size Down the Maya + Harper Travel Changing Set for Playtime!
Guitar Strap Tutorial with the Claire Fold-over Clutch
The Claire Fold-over Clutch was my very first published pattern just over a year ago. I can't believe it's been that long already. I put my own twist on the popular bag style with a large easy access pocket on the back and the simple use of leather one side of the bag - making … Continue reading Guitar Strap Tutorial with the Claire Fold-over Clutch
Peppermint PJs Review
What great timing on the launch of these Peppermint Pajamas by Blank Slate Patterns. We're heading into holiday season and I've always sewn family PJs for Christmas Eve. I've also always drafted my own (making different tweeks every year) and have yet to add pockets. Well, now I actually have a pattern (that fits!) and … Continue reading Peppermint PJs Review