New Pattern - Viola Mini Backpack

Hello,

I'm so excited to introduce you to a charming sewing project suitable for everyone: The Viola Mini Backpack!!

Whether you're just starting out and need a simple, quick project, or you're an experienced sewist with fabric scraps to spare, this pattern is perfect for you. 

This delightful, micro-sized backpack is designed to carry small essentials and accessories, making it a versatile addition to your collection. Perfect for those who appreciate the art of creating miniature bags. Whether you use it as a doll accessories,  bag charm or for practical purposes such as carrying your daily essentials, this tiny backpack adds a touch of charm to your everyday life.

 

DETAILS

The pattern is perfect for beginners as well as seasoned sewists. This mini backpack comes with full scale templates and step by step video tutorial.

Dimension: 2.75” W x 3.75” H x 2” D (9 x 7 x 5 cm) -  It's compact in size but can fit in a lot of stuff! 

FEATURES:

QUICK & EASY: Designed for rapid completion, you can whip up this mini backpack in no time

SCRAP BUSTER FRIENDLY: Ideal for using up those fabric scraps you've been saving for the perfect project.

BEGINNERS FRIENDLY: Simple instructions make it accessible for beginners while still satisfying seasoned sewists.

CUSTOMIZABLE: Choose your favourite fabrics to create a mini bag that matches your personal style.

PRACTICAL USE: Perfect for holding daily essentials, money, makeup, charging cables and Air Pods, Emergency medicines, etc.

Great to store small items like Air Pods, charging cables, etc

Fully Lined - No bias binding involved :)

Faux Leather Version

Here's the video tutorial: 

Pattern details: 

• Cotton fabric scraps
• Zipper scraps (size5)
• Keychain or key rings
• Measurement in both Imperial and Metric
• The pattern comes with full scale templates that can be printed on home printer using A4 size paper. 
• Simple English instructions with clear step by step photo tutorial.

Whether you are looking to declutter your fabric stash or create a thoughtful handmade gift, this Viola Mini Backpack sewing pattern got you covered. This could the project to showcase those small fave fabrics pieces that you kept for a long time :)

The pattern is on 25% OFF from NOW to 13th March on both my WEBSITE and ETSY

HANDMADE Viola Backpacks are available on ETSY

Thank you so much for your continued support! 

Happy Sewing!

Elvira

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2024 Best of Five

I did not write much on the blog last year but I still want to join Cheryl at Meadow Mist Design for annual Best of Five Link Party. 

When I checked my blog stats, surprisingly the most viewed post was from 2010 about Tutorial making flowing skirt! Those were the days when  I used to make clothes. I keep thinking to start sewing clothes again at least for myself and even bought a couple of patterns. Insha Allah, I will start . 

Without further a do, here's the top 5 blog post from 2024

1. Scrappy Quilt

Frankly this is also my fave. The quilt is now being used everyday, it's perfect for our mild winter weather. Hopefully I can finish one or two big quilts in 2025 

2. Video Tutorial Making Scrappy Mini Pouch

This mini pouches are so much fun to make! The perfect project to boost your sewing mojo! 

3. More Tulip Wallets

This cute tulip wallet is my latest pattern. It's super easy to sew especially for beginners and it comes with video tutorial too. What's more? you can use left over fabrics to create fun one of a kind wallet! 

4. Patchwork Wallet with Keyring

Another personal favorite projects! These patchwork Rosie Wallets are one of the best sellers in the shop. Hopefully I can make more patchwork wallets and bags this year! 

5. Multi Zippered Bag Video Tutorial

I love this multi zippered bag as they are very versatile. Use it as make up bag, passports bag, or even pencil bag! I always carry one when I travel to keep my digital camera and other small essential items. You can get the pattern HERE. 

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog, reading, and leaving comments. It really means a lot to me. Here's to more fun adventures with fabrics, esp those overwhelming scraps!! May 2025 bring you joy and prosperity! 

Happy Sewing!

Elvira

Etsy Cyber Sale

Hello,

Just a quick pop in to let you know that Cyber Sale is now going on across my Etsy Shops! No code necessary.

Handmade Wallet - Indian Fabric  - Digital Patterns

Here are a few new items I recently added to the shop

Spacious Singer Mask in Fun Prints

available in various sizes

Bonjour Paris Bifold Wallet

Linen Jute Fabric in Teal with Roses Print

Black and White Block Print Fabric with Faux Kantha Stitch

and all Digital Patterns are also on Sale!

Dotty Small Handbag Pattern

Small Card Wallet Pattern

Make sure to visit the Shop Links above. 

The sale ends on 1st December 2020. 

Thank you for your support!

have a lovely weekends

- Elvira -

Bunny Mini Sling Bag for Toddler

Sewing for kids always brings happiness to me. So when my customer wanted a bag for her toddler, I said yes. She sent me a reference picture, a bag with bunny ears. Her daughter is only 2 years old so this bag is pretty small. I used the bigger size of the Mini Sling Bag pattern and trim the height a little bit. 

The picture below was the first set of ears that I did base on this bunny pencil case tutorial, but I was not happy. I found it too small. 

I remember I used to make flower brooch from fabrics, I thought that would be better for ears. I only need to cut the fabric larger. I cut 5" square fabric and cut them again to make 2 half square triangle. I used thin interfacing just to make the ears a little firm. Fold the triangle then sew the shorter side. Turn it inside out and hand stitch the straight side using running stitch and pull it tight and secure it. Tada! your fabric bunny ears are ready! 

Now place the ears on the bag exterior and make sure the ear's raw edges are placed at the edge. Baste stitch and you're ready to assemble the bag. 

Since I already sewed the sides seams of the bags, I decided to finish the bag using drop lining method. I little fiddly for a tiny bag but I managed :D.

I put the exterior bag in the lining, right side together, and clip it. I didn't trim the ears at this stage yet. 

Feed the bag under the needle and carefully sew using a 3/8" seam allowance. Once it's done, I trim the excess seam of the ears. 

Turn it inside out, topstitch the edge and voila! Bunny Mini Sling bag is ready to go! 

I really love how this turned out. I got this Riley Blake fabric for a long time and I'm so happy now I can use it. I hope this bag will bring happiness to her too! 

What do you think? What's your personal fave things to sew? Let me know in the comment below. 

Thank you for stopping by!

Take care & stay safe

- Elvira- 

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{NEW PATTERN} Smart Phone Sleeve & Kindle Cover

Hello,

I'm so excited to announce my new pattern! It's now available on special Price in  ETSY and CHEZVIES 

The phone pouch with a detachable strap is one of the popular items in my shop. I keep getting repeated orders since it's perfect for everyone.

Check out some of my generous Facebook and Instagram friends who's willing to test it for me. Thank you! xo 

Now let's see what these talented ladies have come up with!

Hanie of Arewhana  made this cute Phone Pouch and Kindle Cover. Red and blue never goes wrong. It's one of my fave color combos.

Sudesh Jangra of Stitch a Memory came up with this one too. Aren't they perfect as a gift for him? 

I love these classic Batik version by Hernik from Ninu Handmade  . She used a leather strap which made her pouch stand out more. Batik and Leather always perfect combo. 

Don't you love these cute Mickey Mouse pouch by Mini Nirmal of Totes N' Beyond ? 

Divya from M'seams The Creative Stitches came up with pretty stars and beige combo. She said she takes the phone sleeve when she goes for her morning walk. Well, you can make one too!

Who doesn't love the classic black and white? More so if it has these unique prints! These beauties are from Shruti Pothnis, a dentist behind pretty bags at Miz T  Handmade .

And other unique Indian prints are used by Prabha Mathew of Quiltaholics.

This is a perfect pattern to use all those scraps you've been waiting to use. A great personalized gift to make or make for your next market stall or your Handmade Shop.

Why wait, grab the pattern now while it's still on Special Price. Valid thru This Weekends! No Code is needed.

Happy Sewing

-Elvira-