This is the 3rd project for the Charming Project series,  and in this post I'm going to share this beautiful tote bag project with you.

The finished measurement of this tote is about 14" x 11.5", a nice mid size tote, that is not only adorable but also very functional.

Supplies 
16 pcs of Charm Pack
1/3 yard of fabric (for the accent and straps)
Fusible woven interfacing (I use Pellon shape flex 101) 
Fusible Fleece (I use thermolam Pellon TP971F) 
*Feel free to use interfacing of your choice 
1 Set of magnetic snap closure  
1 Nylon zipper (at least 7" long) 

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==Cutting==
*Front Exterior
Top accent strip 16.5" x 1.5" 

*Back Exterior
Top accent strip 16.5" x 1.5"
Lower accent 16.5" x 9.5"

*Lining 
16.5" x 15" (Cut 2x)

*Pockets 
Slip pockets 16.5" x 8" (cut 2x)
Zipper pocket 10" x 9" (cut 2x)

*Interfacing 
Fusible woven interfacing 16.5" x 15" (cut 2x for front and bag exterior)
Fusible Fleece 16.5" x 14.5" (cut 2x for front and bag exterior)

To start with, cut all 16x of the charm packs in halves

Piece them together with 1/4" of seam allowance

Sew the straps 

Attach the straps to the bag exterior pieces

Now work on the lining and the pockets

For detailed instructions, watch the video tutorial on my Youtube channel

Happy Sewing!

This is the 2nd project of the Charming Projects series, where I share with you four charming stuffs to make for this gifting season (although you can certainly make them for yourself ;)
1. The Charming Crossbody Purse
2. The Charming Pouch
3. The Charming Tote 
4. The Charming Wristlet Clutch

​In this post we will make this charming multi purpose pouch.

The finished measurements of this pouch is about 10" x 9"

Supplies 
10x pcs Charm Pack
1/3 yard lining fabric
Fusible Woven Interfacing 
Fusible Fleece
Nylon zipper (at least 12" long)  

Cutting
Lining 11.5" x 9.5" (cut 2x)
Fusible woven Interfacing 11.5" x 9.5" (cut 2x)
Fusible Fleece 11.5" x 9"

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Cut 2x pieces of Charm Pack in halves

Lay out the patchwork for both exterior pieces.

Piece them together with 1/4" of seam allowance

Apply the interfacing (I use the combo of fusible woven interfacing and fusible fleece), then quilt your fabrics (optional).
​Now prepare the lining pieces

For the zipper you will need at least a 12" long zipper, mine is a bit too long, but it's okay since this is a nylon coil zipper, thus I can easily trim the excess zipper off.

Now go ahead and assemble your pouch by attaching the zipper first.

Watch the full video tutorial on my Youtube Channel 

Happy Sewing!

In this festive season, I'm bringing you these four lovely projects that you can make for your gifting list, that are simple enough yet still so much fun to make. You will need one full pack of Charm Pack (5" squares) for this project, they are widely available at retail fabric/ quilting stores , and online as well.

These are the projects that I am so excited to share with you
1. The Charming Crossbody Purse
2. The Charming Pouch
3. The Charming Tote (my favorite!)
4. The Charming Wristlet Clutch

Let's start with this Charming Crossbody Purse

The finished measurement of this purse is about 7.5" x 7.5"

The Supplies that you will need 
10x pcs of Charm Pack
1/3 yard of fabric for the lining and pockets
1/6 yard of fabric for the straps
Fusible woven interfacing  (I use Pellon shape flex 101) 
Fusible fleece  (I use thermolam Pellon TP971F) 
1" d rings (2x)  
1" adjuster slider 
1 set of magnetic snap closure 

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Cutting

Lining 9.5" x 9.5" (cut 2x)
Strap 60" x 4"
Strap interfacing 59" x 2" (from the fusible woven interfacing)
Strap anchor 5" x 4"
Fusible woven interfacing 9.5" x 9.5" (cut 2x for the front and back exterior)
Fusible fleece 9.5" x 9" (cut 2x for the front and back exterior)
Slip Pocket 7.5" x 5.5" (cut 2x)

To make the patchwork you will need to layout 4 charm packs for both for both front and back exterior as shown below

Piece them together with 1/4" of seam allowance

Now apply the interfacing 

Use 2x pcs of charm pack for the flap (each for the exterior and the lining as well)

Attach the flap to the back exterior piece

Here is the measurements for the lining and the pockets 

Check out the full tutorial on my Youtube channel 

For the next project we will make this Charming Pouch. 
​Happy Sewing!

Got some Jelly Roll Strips left over from your quilting project? How about making this charming slouch tote that is so much fun and pretty simple to make.

The finished measurement of this bag when lays flat is about 16" (widest point)x 11" although when you wear it, the center is going to collapse, hence gives you that attractive slouchy look.

I used cotton batting for this bag, although other type of interfacing such as fusible fleece, thermolam, or felt fabric will work great as well.
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This bag comes with 4 interior pockets (3 slip pockets and 1 zipper pocket), adjustable strap, and magnetic snap closure.

For this project I use these lovely Jelly Roll Strips by French General from Moda Fabrics.

From each Jelly Roll fabric, you will need to cut 10" x 2.5" (2x) strips and 5" x 2.5 (4x) strips

Below is the lay out of the front and back exterior shells

You can watch the full tutorial on my Youtube channel for the detailed patchwork piecing and the construction of the bag.

Supplies 
4x jelly Roll Strips (2.5" wide strips)
1/3 yard of accent fabric (for the accent strips and strap
Quilt batting (or interfacing of your choice e.g. fusible fleece, felt fabric, etc)
5/8" quilt weight fabric for the lining, slip pockets, and zipper pocket 
Nylon coil zipper (at least 7") 
1" D rings (2x) 
1" adjuster slider  
Fusible woven interfacing (pellon shapeflex 101) 
Basic sewing notions

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Cutting 

The Jelly Roll strips patchwork
From each Jelly Roll Strip, cut the following 
-10" x 2.5" (2x)
-5" x 2.5" (4x)

From the accent fabric cut the following 
~Front Exterior~
Top Accent : 18.5" x 1.5" 
Bottom Accent : 18.5" x 2.5"

~Back Exterior~
Top Accent : 18.5" x 1.5"
Bottom Accent : 18.5" x 6.5"

***After quilting/ applying the interfacing, trim off both sides of the front and back exterior shell about 1/4", thus both of your front and back exterior should be measuring 18" x 13.5"

Strap Anchors : 5" x 4"

Strap : 42" (cut from the full width of fabric) x 4"
Strap interfacing : 41" (1" shorter from the length of the strap) x 2"

Lining : 18" x 13.5" (cut 2x)

Slip Pockets : 18" x 7" (cut 2x)

Zipper Pockets : 9" x 7"

Thank you for stopping by and Happy Sewing!

This patchwork double zipper purse is a practical and functional little purse that is sew-much-fun to make (pun intended).

It comes with 3 external pockets, and two internal pockets, and of course a zipper pocket. The finished measurement of this bag is about 9 1/2" x 10 1/2", a nice size to carry your necessities from wallet, phone, make up, sunglasses, etc.

For the patchwork you will need 2 1/2" squares in 3 different colors. This is a great way to use up some of those scraps, or leftover fabric, you can also use some fabric strips (jelly roll) one strip for each color will suffice for the patchwork.

I posted the full tutorial on my Youtube channel, go ahead and check that out, and consider subscribing so you won't miss any upload 

​Supplies
45 pcs of 2.5" squares 
     -Fabric A 14 pcs
     -Fabric B 16 pcs
     -Fabric C 15 pcs
1/3 yard of quilt weight fabric for the back exterior and strap
2/3 yard of quilt weight fabric for the lining
2 nylon coil zippers (at least 11" long) 
Fusible woven interfacing (pellon shapeflex 101) 
Fusible fleece 
*or use your favorite kind of interfacing :)
1" D- rings (2x) 
1" adjuster slider (1x)  
1" swivel hooks (2x) 
Basic sewing notions

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Cutting 

FRONT EXTERIOR 
-Lay out the patchwork as shown on the video 01:28
Front exterior interfacing
-Fusible woven interfacing 
Upper part 10 1/2" x 2 1/2" (cut 1x)
Lower part 10 1/2" x 8 1/2" (cut 1x)
-Fusible fleece 
Upper part 10 1/2" x 1 1/2" (cut 1x)
Lower part 10 1/2" x 8" (cut 1x)
-Front exterior pocket lining 
Lining 1 (for the lower part) 10 1/2" x 8 1/2" (cut 1x)
Lining 2 **cut exactly the same as the exterior piece's measurements after installing the zipper (mine turned out to be 10 1/2" x 11 1/4", yours may vary depending on the width of your zipper

BACK EXTERIOR
Back exterior piece : Cut exactly the same size as your front exterior 
Fusible woven interfacing : Cut exactly the same size as your front exterior
Fusible fleece : cut the same size as the fusible woven interfacing; trim off 1/2" from the length size to accommodate the zipper

Back exterior pocket: Lay out the patchwork exactly the same as the lower part of the front exterior
Back exterior pocket fusible woven interfacing  10 1/2" x 8 1/2"
Back exterior pocket lining 10 1/2" x 8 1/2"

LINING
Lining fabric : Cut two exactly the same size as your front exterior piece
Internal pockets : Cut two 10 1/2" x 7"

STRAP
Strap anchor 5" x 4" (cut 1x)
Adjustable strap 60" x 4" (cut 1x)
Adjustable strap fusible woven interfacing 59" x 2"

I hope you enjoy this tutorial, and Happy Sewing!!

This is another fun project using the oh so versatile jelly roll strips. The Jelly Glee tote is a charming slouch tote with quite wide base hence looking bucket-ish. To make the most of the patchwork fabric, I also include a cute matching zipper pouch that is perfect to put your cellphone, case, cards, etc.

Supplies 
4 Jelly roll strips (2 1/2" strips) 
3/4 yard main fabric
Fusible woven interfacing (I use Pellon shape flex 101) 
Fusible Fleece (I use thermolam Pellon TP971F) 
1 set of magnetic snap 
Nylon zipper (at least 7") - For the zipper pocket 
Nylon zipper at least 9" (for the pouch) 
Basic sewing notions

Cutting
Exterior Shell : See pictures below
Interfacing : Cut two 18 1/2" x 17" (fusible woven interfacing)
                       Cut two 18 1/2" x 16 1/2" (fusible fleece)
Lining : Cut two 18 1/2" x 17"
Slip Pockets : Cut two 10" x 7"
Zipper pocket : Cut two 10" x 9"

For the  zipper pouch 
Exterior main : measure 5" from the left over  jelly roll fabric and cut 2" (your fabric should measure 8 1/2" x 5")
Exterior accent strip : 8 1/2" x 1 1/2" (cut two)
Lining : 8 1/2" x 5" (cut two)

First thing first you will need to sew your Jelly roll strips together. I recommend to alternate the darker color from the lighter color, and of course you will need to sew them with 1/4" of seam allowance.

Measure 4 1/2" and cut, make 6x and you will end up with 6 rectangles measuring 8 1/2" x 4 1/2" 

For the accent fabric you will need to cut as shown below

Then lay out the patchwork of the front and back exterior shell.

Piece your patchwork with 1/4" of seam allowance, and once you've done that go ahead and continue with the rest of the bag construction as shown in thevideo tutorial.

Once your bag is finished, you may go ahead and sew the zipper pouch.

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Happy Sewing!!

This adorable Japanese knot bag will surely brighten up your day. Great for daily errands, coffee date, walk at the park, although this type of bag is pretty well known as the project bag.

The front exterior is made out of 14 pcs of charm packs (5" squares). Below is the diagram

I quilted this bag with left over quilt batting, and pretty pleased with the result, it gave enough body so my bag isn't too flimsy, yet still light weight to allow it to drape nicely.

You may watch the full tutorial on my Youtube channel (consider subscribing so you won't miss any upload ;)

Supplies and tools
14 x Charm Packs 5" squares
1/2 yard cotton fabric for the back exterior
5/6 yard cotton fabric for the lining
Quilt Batting or lightweight interfacing or fusible fleece
Basic sewing/quilting notions
Curve Ruller (optional)

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Happy sewing!!

If you are a quilter, the term "quilt as you go" might sound pretty familiar, and you probably  have made a few project with that particular method, which simply means piecing the patchwork directly on the piece of batting.

I love using this technique to make small projects such as coaster (mug rug), placemat, table topper, and of course this adorable tote bag that I made using my favorite scraps.

I posted the full tutorial of this project on my Youtube Channel, that you may watch below :

Supplies :
- Assorted strips of fabric scraps
- 2 x scraps of quilt batting (at least 13" x 13")
- Backing fabric (optional)
- 1/8 yard quilt weight fabric for the gusset
- 1/4 yard quilt weight fabric for the handles and binding
- Fusible fleece
- 1/2 yard fabric for the bag interior (lining, lining gusset, and pocket)
- 1 set of magnetic snap
- Nylon Zipper (at least 6")


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Measurements

~Exterior shell~ 

Front and back exterior :
Make two blocks measuring 12" x 12"

Gusset : 
Cut a strip of fabric 4" wide, and the length should be the same (or a bit longer) then the perimeter of the side and bottom exterior shell)

Gusset interfacing:
Cut a fusible fleece measuring 3" wide, the length should be the same as your gusset

Straps :
Cut two 24" x 4"

Strap interfacing :
Cut two from the fusible fleece 23" x 2"

~Interior~

Front and back interior :
Cut two pieces the exact same as the front and back interior

Gusset :
Cut one strip the exact same measurement as the exterior gusset

Slip pockets :
Cut two 12" x 8"

ZIpper Pocket :
Cut two 9" x 7"

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to leave me a comment below.
​Happy Sewing!!

Looking for a stylish clutch to go with your favorite outfit? Try making this foldover clutch purse that comes with metal zipper closure, a wristlet strap, and four card pockets to store your ID, driver's license, or credit card.

I have posted the full video tutorial on my Youtube Channel 
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SUPPLIES
1/2 yard main fabric (I use quilt weight fabric)
1/2 yard lining fabric
Fusible woven interfacing (I use pellon shapeflex 101)
Fusible fleece
9" metal zipper
1/2" D-Ring
1/2" swivel hook

CUTTING
Exterior front and back
Cut two 14" x 14" from the main fabric
Cut two 14" x 14" from the fusible woven interfacing
Cut two 14" x 14" from the fusible fleece (trim the upper top part 1/2" as instructed in video)

Lining :
Cut two 14" x 14" from the lining fabric

Card pocket :
Cut one 8" x 11" from the lining fabric 

Card pocket lining :
Cut one 8" x 4" from the lining fabric

Strap anchor :
Cut one 2" x 2" from the main fabric

Wristlet strap
Cut one 13" x 2" from the main fabric

Wristlet strap interfacing 
Cut one 13" x 1"

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If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Happy Sewing!!

The Improv slouch zipper bag, is a fun, yet stylish bag that is so much fun to sew. This is a great project to use up some of your scraps or left over jelly roll strips from your stash. You may experiment with different color range, use solid or prints, totally up to you.  

The construction of this bag is similar to the Marion bag that I posted a month ago, however since this bag is larger in size, the finished look is quite different than the Marion bag (this bag has more slouch look).

Watch the full video tutorial on my Youtube channel 

The Peony Slouch Zipper Bag Supplies and measurement :
Supplies :
Assorted quilt weight fabric strips (refer to measurements in the cutting instruction below) 
2/3 yard lining fabric
Nylon Zipper (at least 15" long)
1" D rings (2x)
1" Lobster clasp swivel hooks (2x)
1" adjuster slider 
Fusible Fleece
Fusible woven interfacing (pellon shapeflex 101)
Basing sewing notions

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Cutting 
~Front Exterior~
Cut 13-15 pcs of 18" x 2 1/2" strips 

~Back Exterior~
Cut one 18" x 9"
Cut one 18" x 12"

~Interfacing~
Cut two 15" x 15" fusible woven interfacing
Cut two 15" x 14 1/2" fusible fleece

~Lining~ 
Cut two 15" x 15" from the lining fabric

~Pockets ~
Cut two 15" x 8" from the lining fabric 

~Strap Anchor~
Cut one 5" x 4"

~Strap~
Cut one 60" (or desired length) x 4" strips

~Strap interfacing~
Cut one 59" (1" shorter than the length of your strap) x 2"

~Zipper Tabs~
Cut two 4"x width of zipper (fabric and interfacing)

If you have any questions about this project please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Happy Sewing!!