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

New Pattern - Dotty Mini Patchwork Purse and Giveaway Link

Dotty Mini Pure
ETSY  | WEBSHOP

If you love sewing, the chance is you have lots of fabric scraps! Now, here's one pattern that you can make totally from scraps. This Dotty Mini Purse  really need very little  fabrics. Barely one FQ for lining and the rest you can use the scraps. 

Add long strap for crossbody bag

I am a scrap hoarders, as you may see in many of my posts. Scrappy quilts always amaze me and now I can turn them into pretty bags!! Yay! This pattern is super easy that you can get it done in one afternoon (if the family leave you alone :D ). I made 5 so far with denim, linen, yarn dye fabrics, etc. I will share them in my next few posts along with the fabulous talented tester whom without them, this would not be possible! Stay tuned for the tester photos! 

The Dotty Line Up

Truly, writing pattern is not easy. I told Namrata of Bagstock Design, that I wish I paid more attention during the English class LOL. This bag pattern is written in a simple English, that I hope people whose English is not their first language can understand. 

The bag itself is pretty basic. I included basic patchwork piecing technique for those who wants to learn making patchwork/quilt bag. Really, it's not a rocket science. 

The lining is pretty straightforward, with card slot pocket. I took this out several times and got a lot of compliments! 

By the way Sequoia Lynn Sews is going to have sew along in her brand new YouTube Channel and we'll have giveaway on her Blog and Youtube! Be sure you'll check it out. I will re-post it here, once it's live!! So excited!! 

Happy Sewing!

- Elvira -

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Sequoia Lynn Sews

SUNDAY STASH 11 - PATTERNS SALE

Hello and welcome to Sunday Stash!

This will be a quick post. It's a long weekends here in India so decided to have a pattern sale in my Website and Etsy too. Long weekends is a perfect day to take out your sewing machine and sew your fave projects.

All patterns are on 10% OFF. You can purchase directly from this page, just look at the right panel of the blog and add to cart. You don't even have to leave the blog!!  Don't forget to use code SEWLW10 while checking out. If you're purchasing from ETSY, there is no need for the coupon. 

What's on SALE?

Family Passport Holder with Lots of compartment to keep your family travel documents organized. 

Purchase in ETSY

A favorite among the handmade seller - versatile wallet that can be used as a phone wallet or a bank wallet. 

Purchase on ETSY

Another favorite. This pattern comes in 2 sizes which is a perfect size to take for a walk or a quick errand or while traveling. Everyone needs one of a kind crossbody bag. It's always a best seller in craft shows. 

Purchase on Etsy

Mother's day is just around the corner. Grab this trifold pattern and make one for your mom or mom-in-law. My mom loved hers, since she can keep her phone in it too. No more lugging handbag for a quick errand. The pattern has many compartments for bills and zipper pockets. You know, we - women - loves to keep everything in our wallets :D 

Purchase on Etsy

Need a quick gift or to use your scraps? This will be a perfect project for you. A mini zipper pouch with a tissue holder. 

Purchase on Etsy

Don't forget to check the Pattern Updates and additional FREE TUTORIALS - link is on the right panel of this blog. 

Have a great long weekends!!

Handmade Happiness 01

Hello,

It's not happiness that brings gratitude, it is gratitude that brings us happiness.

One of the thing that bring me happiness is when someone tag me on social media - facebook or Instagram - with their handmade wallets and bags made from my patterns. I started this series for Handmade wallets and Bags that are made from Chezvies Patterns. 

For Handmade items made with Chezvies Fabrics, I will feature them on the Sunday Stash Series. 

If you want to be featured, play along! Tag me on my Facebook Page or Instagram! I hope the series will help the maker to get wider exposure for their handmade and crafting journey. 

Here are some of them from last week:

Ulrike of the Busy Sewing Room  made this pretty Family Passport Holder. I always love her works. They are neatly made and always give a feeling of happiness. A cheerful feeling. Check out her Instagram and her Etsy shop to place your order if you are in the UK. 

The Busy Sewing Room

 Arnelsmommy shared this Travel Wallet last week! Did you notice that glitter in the background? That's her binding piece! Isn't that cool??! Shweta's works always show her enthusiasm and energy. Do check out her works in her Instagram  and to place your wallet orders. 

Arnelsmommy

This pretty family passport holder is made by Noorjahan. It's indeed a Pretty Sew! If you live in the gulf countries, do check out her Facebook Page  to check out her handmade prettiness. 

Family Passport Holder by Pretty Sew

Aren't they lovely? Prabha of Quiltaholic did it again. Love how she mix and match Denim and Print  for these pretty Mini Sling Bags. It's a perfect size to carry around to your morning walk or gym. Keep a phone or cash and keep you hands free. 

Mini Sling bag by Quiltaholics

A couple of weeks ago, Kausalya of The Turquoise Paisley shared this beautiful Card Wallet Organizer. 

I love the pink Paris print and grey polkadots! Kausalya's works always beautifully made, be it a bag or quilt. Always show how much love she put into each of her creation. 

That's all for this first Handmade Happiness. Don't forget to tag me or share your creations in my Facebook Group to be featured. 

Thank you for sharing!!

Until next time!

Happy Sewing

Shop Links:

The Busy Sewing Room

Arnel's Mommy

Pretty Sew

Quiltaholics

The Turquoise Paisley

Pdf Sewing Pattern Sale - Holi Special!

Hello,

Happy Holi to my Indian friends! And if you plan to sew something this long weekends, I am currently running a HOLI special for All the Pdf Sewing Pattern in my shop! Grab one and start sewing for your loved ones! Ah the coupon code is HOLIHAI.  The sale will be valid through Monday! 

You also can find the link on the right panel of the blog. And if you have any question, you can always email me! 

In the meantime, I almost finish with my pending orders. Well, February indeed was a busy month for me. I thank God for that.

I made a few family passport holders as custom orders from my Etsy Shop.

I am also happy that I finished off a couple of prints. Those who know me, I hoarded quite a lot of  fabrics whenever I travel abroad with the plan to make wallets. Well, the plan is still on, but the sewing has been very slow lately. 

This travel print is the new print and I will be listing it in the shop shortly. Sewing the same pattern using different print really made me so happy. Because I get to use up my stash! Ha! 

Now, I have this log cabin bag to complete. I'm a little bit behind the schedule this time. I always love the patchwork making process, but when it comes to quilting it, I always think like 100 times even for the smallest project. After perusing pinterest, youtube and blogs and asking opinions from my expert friends, I finally decided to do the echo quilting!..well, more about it in the next post. Now, I better finish the bag! 

Here is the sneak peek

Stay tuned for the bag photo in the next post!

Until then,

Happy Sewing