The Christine Sling pattern pulls together a classic camera bag silhouette with a modern wide statement strap. The possibilities of fabric combinations are truly endless. For a full rundown of pattern specifics, including features and where to source materials, check out the Christine Sling Intro here. TESTER BAGS As I develop a pattern, there are … Continue reading Christine Sling Tester Inspiration
It's been quite a journey, but I have finally written my Colleen Tote bag pattern! If you've been following me on Instagram, you know I've been making this bag for well over a year now, but always tweaked the design every time I made it. As a newbie designer, I just wasn't comfortable enough to … Continue reading Colleen Tote :: Pattern Release
Who loves a great stash-busting project? Well, Kimberly Jolly of Fat Quarter Shop, along with Sherri McConnell of A Quilting Life, have a great new tutorial of a super simple patchwork zipper pouch. This project is also mini-charm friendly which makes it even easier. Check out their easy to follow video below. I went the … Continue reading Simple Zipper Bag Sew-Along
It seems like all of my friends are all having babies right now. I try to hand-make at least one gift for each of them...but of course, time is usually too short. (Sound familiar, anyone?) My girlfriend, whom I've known since kindergarten (!!!) is pregnant and is expecting this week! Her baby shower has already … Continue reading Indigo Sky Quilt
Today, I'm going to share my own pattern for a padded laptop case. Every time I've had to travel, I've thought of how much I needed a cover for my MacBook. But with our recent trip to the lake, I actually made one...the night before we left...in true procrastinator style. How many times have you … Continue reading Padded Laptop Case Tutorial
