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20 Jun

VIDEO: How to Sew a Hinged Zipper Pocket

June 20, 2024
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will demonstrate how to add a hinged zipper pocket to a small project like a pouch or wallet. This type of zipper pocket is great because it has a bit of dimension to it. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=If-XTlyxqBg?si=7KcftDqfnCRvVLbE]

19 May

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VIDEO: How to Sew with Waxed Canvas

May 19, 2024
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, join me as I discuss with Chanova from That's Sew Nova (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa8UzfiNrsPIvX8jbv5RUhw) all about waxed canvas. You can find waxed canvas in my shop here: https://sewsweetness.com/product-category/fabric/waxed-canvas [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz4p_WleslY?si=c5ytmJ7hgF4e41X7]

16 Oct

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VIDEO: Turn Your Bag into a Sling Style Backpack

October 16, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this demonstration, I will show you how to modify a bag to make it into a sling style backpack. Many sewing patterns can be used for this modification; in the video, I showed the Widget Messenger Bag sewing pattern. Download the template for the sling component here: Sling pattern piece This messenger bag sling backpack was sewn by Michelle of...

29 Sep

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VIDEO: Sewtites Magnetic Cutting Mat and Ruler

October 1, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will show what comes with the Sewtites Magnetic Cutting Mat. How does it make cutting easier? What types of fabrics can you cut with it? Use coupon code SARALAWSON for 15% off your order at Sewtites: https://www.sewtites.com/?ref=azayloiu (affiliate link) [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJaiM4rLN1M?si=NCeHS8FiBnpP8ttC]

29 Sep

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VIDEO: How to Use Flying Geese in Your Bag

October 16, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will demonstrate how to use foundation paper piecing to make flying geese as a decorative element for your bag. You can download the foundation paper piecing template here: FlyingGeese You can find the Chickadee Backpack sewing pattern here: https://sewsweetness.com/products/chickadee-backpack [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC_Tu777-YM?si=J4_5JHQ3XnkQPdY2]

15 Sep

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Quilt As You Go Patchwork Rainbow

October 16, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this demonstration, I will show how to create a patchwork panel for your bag; instead of all one fabric, you can piece several fabrics using the quilt-as-you-go method. It's fast, fun, and easy! The book cover in the example is the Goldenrod Book Cover from Minikins Season Four. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZo6U9DM8WI?si=u8nssGO2HFeBYXIp]

15 May

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VIDEO: Zipper Ends

May 15, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will demonstrate how to use Zipper Ends to finish the cut end of your zipper. Zipper Ends - https://tinyurl.com/3r2dch89 Screwdriver - https://a.co/d/0zzAaQG [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvQzgI6z2TI]

11 Mar

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VIDEO: Which is the Best Basting Tape?

March 11, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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Hear my thoughts about By Annie's new Double-Sided Basting Tape. Is it better than Dritz Wash-Away Wonder Tape?? You can find the Basting Tape in my shop here: https://sewsweetness.com/products/double-sided-basting-tape [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x3q9j2lcSs]

01 Feb

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VIDEO: Top 10 Items for Intermediate Bagmaking

February 1, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will discuss my favorite items for intermediate bagmaking. Want to see my list for the Beginner Bagmaking Toolkit? You can find that here: https://tinyurl.com/5emhe3uz Here are the items that I talked about in this video: Chicago screws – https://tinyurl.com/pzm96cwk Rivet press – https://tinyurl.com/yc6pfckm Rivet Centering Ruler – https://tinyurl.com/2p83fdk7 Purse Feet Placement Ruler...

09 Jan

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VIDEO: 10 Styles of Bag Flaps (free templates!)

January 9, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will demonstrate how to make a flap for a bag, including 10 printable flap templates. You can download the 10 Styles of Bag Flaps pdf printable template here: 10 Styles of Flaps The companion video for the bag flaps is How to Make a Cargo Pocket, which you can find here: https://tinyurl.com/b54myfcw [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5hMXEB2b6g]

09 Jan

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VIDEO: How to Make a Cargo Pocket for a Bag

January 9, 2023
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this video, I will demonstrate how to make a cargo pocket for a bag. You can download the Cargo Pocket pdf printable template here: Cargo Pocket The companion video for the cargo pocket is 10 Styles of Flaps, which you can find here: https://tinyurl.com/5xybkpd7 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LEANnnhfzE]

02 Dec

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VIDEO: Top 5 Tips for Sewing Curves

December 2, 2022
Posted by Sara Lawson
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In this demonstration, I'll discuss the Top 5 tips for sewing through curves. Have you had a difficult time sewing through curves in the past? Give one of these techniques a try on your next bag sewing project! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBoXgY696_o] Seam Allowance Disc Set – https://tinyurl.com/y6hnxhyf Nicole’s Instagram – https://tinyurl.com/pyfsy4m3 Video: How to Clip and Sew Curved Edges – https://tinyurl.com/36vtux6s