Sunbonnet Sue and DIY KIT

I was going through my UFO bins last week and found one Sunbonnet Sue Applique which I did a couple of years ago. I think it must be around 2012 or so when I made my Sunbonnet Journal Cover. I love doing cute applique once in a while. I guess now I'm being too busy that sometimes I forgot to have fun.

Now what to do with this orphan block? Well, why not just frame it!! I bought a set of frames from amazon a few months ago and still have a few small ones that fit perfectly for my Sunbonnet. I simply cut the piece to fit in the frame and voila, I got a new wall decor. 

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Yesterday made another drawstring bag using Indian mulmul fabrics. I cut them into 2.5" squares and sew them together. Working with lightweight fabric is challenging, so always use a smaller stitch length and proper needle size.

I did hand quilting in this bag and I love how soft it is when finished. Hand quilting definitely gives a soft cuddly feeling. Love it! I must do more :)

This time, I made box bottom type and added a D ring on the side so that I can attach a long strap and carry it as a sling bag. I am inspired by the wuxia dramas that I’ve been watching for the past few months. The bag turned out so cute!!

See behind the scenes in this video below. 

If you want to learn how to make the bag and not sure about the materials, now you can purchase the DIY KIT in my webshop. In 

I will add more DIY KIT for beginners bag makers or quilters and some will come with Pdf Patterns.

I realized that many people hesitate to start because of the lack of information regarding bag making and quilting in India. Especially for bag making, it took me years to finally found the right materials that go into creating a decent bag. 

This week, I have a couple of hand quilting projects to complete. That's my main goal for this week. I hope I won't be distracting to making other things as I just got my new Quilts Japan last week! 

Thank you for stopping by!

Stay safe & Happy Sewing

Elvira

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Patchwork Drawstring Bags

What do you do when you're not in the mood to sew? Well, I took out my 2.5" container and admiring my neatly stacked 2.5" squares, and started piecing idly. I did not have any specific plan, but as I went on chain piecing a few ideas pop up in my head. I even have an ambitious dream of a scrappy quilt. Ha! 

But then I decided to do a humble small project as a mood booster and this cute small drawstring bag is born. It's made up of 64 pieces of 2.5" squares. Padded and quilted by machine. 

Each bag measured approximately 7.5" x 7.5" and it's fully lined. I used contrast stripes for the string/cord casing. I used a macrame cotton cord from Amazon India here and I kinda like the look of it. But next time I'll get a thinner one. For the stopper, I used Chandan wood (sandalwood) beads. 

(Update: If you want to make one the Pattern Kit available in the shop)

Patchwork Drawstring Bag

I was really inspired by Sensei Shizuko Kuroha's post on Instagram the other day. Well, I don't know how to read Japanese but from the translation, she more or less said "make everyday stuff that is small and useful". What she said really stuck in my head. I keep thinking, that often we make something that ends up piling up in the cupboard without being used (Like this quilt or this pillow). For me sometimes just for a sentimental reason :).  Although I also used my makes every day from bags, wallets, pillows, table runners, etc there are a few stuff that I still don't have the heart to use or give away. I guess I must learn to be more generous :D.

And when you're having fun, you cannot just make one bag, right? 

Another great news is the Kawandi QAL is officially started on Facebook Group. I'm so excited but still could not make up my mind what size I'm going to make. Most probably I will do a lap size quilt, cos  I plan to use my dupatta (Indian stoles) for the backing layers. Brinda ma'am explained in Facebook live session last Sunday how to go about it. Now all sorts of ideas running around in my head, so I'll just think about it slowly. I hope I can share with you soon about my progress. 

Thank you for stopping by,

Happy Sewing!

 Elvira

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Dotty Mini Purse Last Day!

Thank you so much Sequoia for hosting the sew along! I'm sorry for the delayed post  but things have been pretty stressful and hectic here.

If you've been here and wondering where is the final step, here is the video of Sequoia Lynn Sews YouTube Channel. 

I how the Denim Dotty turned out!  Now I regretted why I throw throwing away all my denim cut off pieces:(.

Thank you everyone who participated in the giveaway. I already emailed the patterns to the winner! yay!! 

The Dotty Mini Purse pattern is available at 

ETSY

WEBSHOP

DOTTY SEW ALONG :

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Last Day

Videos on YouTube

Make sure you check it out Sequoia's channel, like and subscribe!! Let's support each other more in 2020!!

Happy New Year!!

~ Elvira ~

Dotty Mini Purse Sew Along and Pattern Giveaway

It's finally happening, as I mentioned in the previous Post, now the first Video from Sequoia is live on her YOUTUBE channel and BLOG. Head over there to win Dotty Mini Purse Pattern. Three Patterns to be won and if you're already bought the pattern , if you win, you can choose any pattern you like from Chezvies Pattern.

Here's the first Video!

Dotty Mini Purse is so versatile. The size is perfect for a pouch! If you know someone who carry around essential oils, this will a perfect one!! 

Pattern available in 

ETSY

WEBSHOP

LINK :

SEW ALONG - DAY 1 BLOG

Let's start using those lovely scraps and make special handmade gifts this year!

Happy Sewing!

Dotty Purse ~ Tester Photos

Here I will share some Dotty Purse tester photos! These ladies are so talented and they really helped me to shape up the pattern and take it to another level!

I love Ulrike's  Denim and Leather version of Dotty Purse. The grid quilting in denim really pretty and the denim leather strap is really neat and professionally done. Check out more products The Busy Sewing Room, she makes lovely bags and wallets. 

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The #dottypurse by @chezvies is now available! Isn't this the cutest little purse 😍 #newpattern #patternrelease #chezviespatterns #denimpurse #denimhandbag #custommade #handmade #bagmaking #bagineer #madebyme #hmukfamily #hmukshop #hmuk #madeinyorkshire #justacard #smallbizuk #isewbags #smallbusiness #makersgonnamake #bagmaker #handmadeisbest #hellosmallshop #thebusysewingroom

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Maria's love for floral is contagious LOL. I just have to check her Instagram to be inspired! This Dotty Purse in Quilt as You Go Patchwork is really really pretty. Now you can turn those orphan blocks into something pretty and usable!

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It was so much fun testing this cute little purse by @chezvies_shop Can be used as a crossbody bag, clutch or makeup bag. The Dotty Mini Purse is the perfect pattern if you are looking to learn new techniques, patchwork, binding, recessed zipper, and cardslots.The pattern is available now at a 20% discount till the end of the week. #dottyminipurse #chezviespatterns #handmade #patchwork #crossbodybag #clutch #makeupbag #bagineer #florals #floralfabric #binding #cardslots

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And the Boho Style Dotty Purse by Madhavi! She used her Indian fabric scraps and it turn out very unique! She has more unique bags and purses on her Etsy Shop.

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New product. 😍 Dotty Sling Purse - a pattern by @chezvies_shop this is such a cute sling bag. Enough to carry your keys, goggles, wallet. Also has card slots inside. It's a lovely cute sling. We are now taking pre-orders for this one. #kaarukriti #creationsdilse #handmadebags #chucktheplastic #handmadegoodness #sewing #sewists #sewistsofinstagram #gothandsmake #supportmompreneurs #supportsmallbusiness #buyhandmade #handcraftedgoodness #grateful #bringyourownbag #sunglasspouch #sunnies #slingbags #crossbodybags #momlife #supportmompreneurs #empowerher #liftherup #bagmakers #workfromhome #imakebags #iamabagmaker #isewbags #lifeinuk

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This  classic beauty Black & White and Red patchwork Dotty from Crystal is a real winner! You must check her Instagram to see all her tiny patchwork blocks she made. They are gorgeous!!

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Such a fun sew!!! ❤️🖤❤️ I am SO HAPPY to share my #dottiepatchworkminipurse @chezvies_shop It’s the perfect size for a crossbody or a pouch to hold all of your essentials. ⏪⏪Swipe ⏩⏩ #bagmaker #bags #quiltedbag #sewing #diy #bonnieandcamillefabric #makersgonnamake #imadethis #isewbags #handmade #quilting #sewingpatterns #chezviespatterns #dottieminipurse #littlesnippetsfabric #patchwork

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That's all for today! More Dotty Purse photos, I will share in the next few post! I hope I can inspire you enough to dig out your scraps and start sewing those stash!! 

Thank you for checking in. 

Happy Sewing! 

- Elvira-  

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You can buy Dotty Mini Purse from : 

Etsy
Webshop